Main DishesMy Cornbread Catastrophe: A Lesson in MeasuringI grew up eating cornbread. It was the main course at breakfast, slathered in butter and homemade syrup. My mom called it “Johnny Cake,” and we adored it!! Cornbread was…Main Dishes
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Main DishesMy Cornbread Catastrophe: A Lesson in MeasuringI grew up eating cornbread. It was the main course at breakfast, slathered in butter and homemade syrup. My mom called it “Johnny Cake,” and we adored it!! Cornbread was…
Main DishesPumpkin Pie Bars for a CrowdI’ve been hunting down recipes with a vengeance lately! One night I was desperate for a quick and easy dessert for a group of 85. I had some cans of pumpkin in the…
Main DishesA Day in My Life in the Camp KitchenIt’s 8:05 pm, and I just got home from the kitchen. It’s been a good day. Our last group left after lunch yesterday, and today’s group (a ladies’ quilting group) arrived…
Main DishesShining Up the StoveOne of my favorite parts of this job is the cleaning up. I know, some of you might think I’m cuckoo for admitting that. But it’s true. I love those moments in the day…
Main DishesMore Math in the Kitchen: Printable Conversion ChartsI spent quite a bit of time with my calculator this week working out more conversions. Mostly, I was figuring out tablespoons to cups while revamping recipes (when you…
Desserts & BakesLasagne and Fruit Crisp for 66Today’s group didn’t arrive until afternoon, so we only had one dinner to prepare. That gave us a little extra time to prep for tomorrow and even tuck a few things in…
Main DishesTaco Bar for 50 with Homemade Taco SeasoningFind out how to put together an easy taco bar for 50, with homemade taco seasoning, simple prep tips, and practical large-group cooking advice for camps or gatherings…
Main DishesThanksgiving in Canada A Refreshing BreakOn the fourteenth day, Thanksgiving marks the occasion here in Canada. After a delightful three-day respite from the camp kitchen, I feel immense thankfulness for the…
Main DishesEasy Touches for a Simpler LifeMinor details often bring great ease to daily living. Consider these straightforward, transparent squeeze bottles; we stock some pre-filled with olive oil. They offer…
Main DishesFreezing Baked Goods for LaterPrior to the arrival of all the gatherings this Autumn, Connie and I prepared some baked items to store in the freezer. Certain foods freeze exceptionally well, offering…
Main DishesMorning Meal Plan for 55 PeopleRemember that all items marked with an underline were prepared the preceding day. This morning's selection includes Sunshine Muffins, Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Porridge…
Main DishesKitchen Math and French Culinary NotesPreparing meals for a large gathering requires significant calculations! I continuously pick up new insights and key advice aiding us when determining amounts for…