Category Archives: Parfait!

Stuff so tasty I keep coming back!

Parfait! The Return of a Classic

Posted on April 26, 2024 by tbuzzee

Back in the day, Swiss Chicken Casserole was a mainstay dinner at my Aunt Buzz’s house; and it was always welcomed. Well except for my dad, who did not eat chicken. Aunt Buzz would use poached chicken breasts, but I’ve … Continue reading →

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Parfait! Swiss Turkey Casserole

Posted on December 3, 2021 by tbuzzee

For me, one of the best things about Thanksgiving is the leftovers; and one of my very favorite things to do with leftovers is to make Swiss Turkey Casserole. Starting out about 50 years ago as my Aunt Buzz’s company-worthy … Continue reading →

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Parfait! Carrots Vichy

Posted on November 5, 2021 by tbuzzee

Normally made with sparkling water, some lemon juice, a dash of white vermouth, and sugar; this most excellent glazed carrot recipe easily adapts to using lemon-lime soda, thus cutting out the need for sugar and lemon juice; and, as it … Continue reading →

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Parfait! Crispy Smashed Potatoes

Posted on May 14, 2021 by tbuzzee

Yeh. No. I am not talking about fried mashed potatoes – not that there is anything wrong with that. These are those tasty tiny potatoes that, when I was a kid, my grandmother would call “new potatoes” and were always … Continue reading →

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Parfait! Guinness Cake

Posted on April 23, 2021 by tbuzzee

Rich. Dense. Chocolatey goodness. And, Guinness! This cake is not one of those light and airy confections. Nope, it is denser than your average fruitcake, but so loaded with flavor that you will not really care, so, let us explore … Continue reading →

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Parfait! Caramel Puff Corn

Posted on February 19, 2021 by tbuzzee

Also known as “Corn Crack” by some friends, because they simply cannot stop eat it; this really is a perfect, and perfectly simple to make, snack for most any time. A large, non-stick pan (I love my Copper Chef) and … Continue reading →

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Parfait! Jardinière Salad

Posted on January 22, 2021 by tbuzzee

Sure and all, pasta salad is a staple for summer meals, but it is also quite nice on a cold winter’s evening – and this pasta salad has a wee, tiny bit extra… Macaroni and cheese (Kraft Dinner), and Catalina … Continue reading →

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Parfait! THE Barbecue Sauce – Classic AND Zippy

Posted on December 4, 2020 by tbuzzee

And dear friend needed to get away to somewhere and so, after caution and testing, she drove out to spend Thanksgiving week with us. Unlike with past visits, there were no trips downtown, no extended shopping at galleries or the … Continue reading →

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Parfait! Swiss Turkey Casserole

Posted on October 23, 2020 by tbuzzee

We recently had some friends over for birthday celebrations, and the timing was perfect to do a Thanksgiving test-run while also celebrating Canadian Thanksgiving. Air Fryer Turkey Breasts and Italian Beef Stuffing were thoroughly enjoyed, but, as with most feast … Continue reading →

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Parfait! Waldorf Coleslaw

Posted on September 4, 2020 by tbuzzee

Big plans for the coming weekend? Socially distanced gatherings? Need to bring a salad, but tired of the same old, same old? Well, we can help! I came across this recipe for Waldorf Coleslaw in an old (1960’s, I think) … Continue reading →

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