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Living In: Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Member Since: Oct. 2008
Cooking Level: Intermediate
Cooking Interests: Baking, Slow Cooking, Kids, Quick & Easy
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Easy Blueberries And Cream French Toast Sandwich with Orange Maple Syrup
Pear and Blue Cheese Salad
Peppermint Drop Cookies with Peppermint Cream Cheese Frosting
Braised Radishes
About this Cook
My name is Rebecca. I am in my early 20's and have a passion for the culinary arts. I am a mother to one adorable little boy named Xavier. I have very mixed emotions about food in general, as I struggle with weight issues. I'm on AR daily looking for new recipes and (hopefully!) make some friends. You can reach me at x_xamethystx_x@hotmail.com if you have any questions or anything like that :)
My favorite things to cook
I'd rather bake, actually. I only started cooking because it became a necessity and over time grew to enjoy it. Either way, I like to make anything that's elaborate, like a layer cake with different fillings and toppings or main dishes that require prepping/cooking things separately then ultimately putting it all together and cooking. Hope that wasn't confusing, lol. I also like to try new things, though the family isn't too crazy about that.
My favorite family cooking traditions
The holidays (Christmas & New Year's Eve) are always a big deal for us. It's only the 3 of us, but I try to go all-out to make my son enjoy the family/holiday spirit I didn't have.
My cooking triumphs
Every time I make something that turns out great, especially if I've tweaked it to be healthier, is a triumph for me. I still have much to learn though!
My cooking tragedies
There have been many tragedies. Some were my own doing, other times the recipe failed me but I have taken each failure as a learning experience and have come to find what we like and don't like food-wise which is still a 'win' for me!
Recipe Reviews 536 reviews
Caron's Kickin' Quinoa Salad
It was just alright. I will try cooking the quinoa on the stove-top next time for better water absorption and texture instead of the microwave method. Opted not to use the wasabi (didn't have any anyway) and used a dash or two of cayenne powder. I highly recommend Hellman's mayo (I used Kraft mayo and I think that's why it didn't turn out so well)and adding other veggies like shredded carrot and cabbage.

0 users found this review helpful
Reviewed On: Feb. 4, 2012
Rich and Creamy Beef Stroganoff
Very tasty. Only had 1lb. of ground beef so I used that and doubled the mushrooms to compensate. Still used the red wine, but not as a marinade, simply straight into the sauce. Reduced the red pepper flakes. Added oregano and basil, may have used a little extra cream cheese. Served over elbow macaroni.

2 users found this review helpful
Reviewed On: Feb. 1, 2012
Beef and Walnut Stew
Made as directed, adding other veggies and served over rice. We didn't care for it.

2 users found this review helpful
Reviewed On: Feb. 1, 2012
 
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