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Prince Charlie Cake – 1911
A spicy little crumb cake recipe from Nova Scotia in 1911! Nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger, and allspice – all the fall spices are here, and it’s moist and sweet and comforting. And who doesn’t love a crumb topping?!?
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Mrs. Ferguson’s Cheese Biscuits – late 1800’s
I LOVE BISCUITS! Light and savoury, these cheese biscuits come together very easily with ingredients that you likely have stocked. These are perfect with a cup of tea or with a bowl of soup or chili, or with a quiche or omelet.
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Sweet Potatoes Au Gratin – 1915
A beautiful sweet potato recipe that is easy-peasy and the perfect side dish with chicken or pork. And don’t you love anything with a crumb topping?!?
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Splendid Oat Cakes – 1881
Crispy, buttery, hearty crackers made of simple ingredients! These make the perfect snack or breakfast, and the toppings for these oat cakes are endless. Try them with apples and cheese, almond butter and banana slices, or keep it simple with a slathering of jam. YUM!
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Curry With Chicken – 1877
Hearty and comforting, this chicken curry recipe is a delight! It’s a very simple version of a pub-style curry, and has a sweetness that stems from the addition of sliced apples. Enjoy the sauciness of this dish with some naan bread or a ring of rice.
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Great Grandmother’s Ginger Snaps – late 1800’s
These Ginger Snap cookies have plenty of ginger, and plenty of snap. Crunchy and spicy, these tasty treats will melt in your mouth and are just as welcome on a Fall day as they are during the holidays. They make a perfect spooky Halloween cookie, too, with just a little bit of cookie icing and…
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Landmark Blueberry Muffins – 1909
These muffins are bursting with the gorgeous flavour of wild blueberries! Easy to make, perfectly sweet, moist, and tender, they’re wonderful with a cup of coffee and a slathering of butter.
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Sliced Apple Pie – 1890
It’s an irresistible and comforting apple pie recipe with a buttery crust and a soft and juicy filling. Spiced with a bit of cinnamon and nutmeg, and sweetened with brown sugar, this pie couldn’t be simpler. Don’t limit your apple pie making to just the fall season – this easy pie deserves to be made…
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Go To The Devil Cake – early 1900’s
Get in the Halloween spirit with this spooky Devil’s Food Cake! It’s a rich and chocolatey cake that pairs well with a marshmallow-y fluffy icing. Top it off with some fun meringue ghosts and it’s sure to be a hit at your Halloween party this year.
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Tilbury Raisin Scones – 1908
Raisin Scones – a classic recipe, and perfect as a weekend treat! These simple scones are fantastic straight from the oven and smothered in butter or jam, and you’ll love their crusty outsides and fluffy insides.
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Exploring our Canadian culinary past through tested and proven 'receipts' (recipes)
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