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Michael Laxer
Feb 1, 20212 min read
Oven-roasting a stuffed whole salmon
Here we look at making a whole salmon stuffed with red onion, jalapeno, garlic and lemon. The technique could not be easier and produces...
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Michael Laxer
Jan 28, 20211 min read
Try Eating the Azerbaijanian Way, USSR 1968 -- Vintage Cookbook TBT
w. Pilau Turshi, Kyufta-Bozbash Soup, Azerbaijanian-Style Fried Meat & more. The Soviet English language magazine Sputnik often had a...
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Michael Laxer
Jan 26, 20211 min read
Spicy Ramen Salad Wrap
By Julia Laxer Asian style salad rolls are a refreshing and relatively easy thing to make at home. Here I am jazzing the standard roll up...
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Michael Laxer
Jan 24, 20212 min read
Montreal Steak Spice Frenched Pork Rack Roast
Today we are going to look at a very flavourful and relatively easy way to make a "frenched" pork roast. A frenched pork roast is like...
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Michael Laxer
Jan 23, 20212 min read
Hot Italian Sausage and Vegetable Sheet Pan Roast
Simplicity itself this is more a technique almost than a recipe. You can make countless variations. Today we are going to look at a very...
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Michael Laxer
Jan 17, 20212 min read
Zippy Pickle Soup
Zippy Pickle Soup- Adapted from a Ukrainian Pickle soup that my Dad, Greg used to make Submitted by Natalie Ingredients: -1 medium onion...
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Michael Laxer
Jan 8, 20212 min read
Spicy Spinach Curry
By Natalie Today we are making a spinach curry that is fiery and that makes the most of a variety of spices, chilies and peppers, as well...
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Michael Laxer
Jan 7, 20211 min read
Mme Benoit makes brioche, the "Bread Like No Other" -- Vintage Cookbook TBT
w. True French Brioche, Cheese Brioche, Brioche Patissier and more. Iconic Canadian chef and and cookbook writer Jehane Benoît...
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Michael Laxer
Jan 5, 20212 min read
Caribbean Style Baked Macaroni and Cheese
A take on the ultimate comfort food inspired by Bajan style Macaroni pie. By Natalie Here I am doing a take on the ultimate comfort food...
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Michael Laxer
Dec 19, 20202 min read
Spicy Beef, Cheese, Tomatillo & Hominy Chili Casserole
Today we are going to look at making a beef and hominy chili that is then covered in cheese and baked in a casserole for a truly...
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Michael Laxer
Dec 17, 20201 min read
The Christmas Cookie Book -- Vintage Cookbook TBT
w. Butterscotch Cutouts, Raspberry Marzipan Cookies, Sour Cream Cookies and more. Vintage Cookbook: The Christmas Cookie Book- Virginia...
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Michael Laxer
Dec 12, 20202 min read
Fried Chicken Strips Spanish-Style w. Spicy Mayo
Today we are going to take a look at making Spanish-style fried chicken strips. These are crunchy and spicy with bold flavours that are...
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Michael Laxer
Dec 6, 20202 min read
Butternut Squash Pumpkin Bars
By Natalie Today we are going to look at a fall pumpkin and squash treat. Crust Ingredients: 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/3 cup brown...
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Michael Laxer
Dec 5, 20202 min read
Pepper Goat Soup
Today I am going to share a recipe that is inspired by two widely disparate dishes. This combines the spiciness and use of goat found in...
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Michael Laxer
Dec 3, 20201 min read
Soviet Life Russian Cuisine 1968 -- Vintage Cookbook TBT
w. Pirozhki, Shashlik, Beef Stroganoff, Chicken Kiev and more. Vasara Restaurant, USSR 1978 In July, 1968 the English language magazine...
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Michael Laxer
Nov 22, 20202 min read
Beef Chuck Chili with Homemade Jalapeno Cornbread
Today we are going to take a look at a classic style of chili with beef and vegetables that gains a wonderful texture from the addition...
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Michael Laxer
Nov 19, 20202 min read
The Oliver: Reinventing a 1950's Colossal Salami Sandwich
Vintage Cookbook TBT This week I am going to do something a little different for our The Left Chapter occasional "Vintage Cookbook TBT"...
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Michael Laxer
Nov 17, 20202 min read
Quick and Easy Pan-Fried Salmon Burgers
Today we are going to take a look at how to make salmon burgers that uses mayonnaise and Dijon mustard to deliver up very moist patties...
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Michael Laxer
Nov 13, 20202 min read
Deep Dish Pizza Sandwich
Today we are going to look at a perfect party, movie night or game day sandwich that is fun, easy to make and a neat take on deep dish...
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Michael Laxer
Nov 12, 20201 min read
Family Circle Fast Meals Cookbook -- Vintage Cookbook TBT
w. Deep South Ham and Sweet Potatoes, Confetti Frank Casserole, Dagwoods & more. Vintage Cookbook: Family Circle Fast Meals Cookbook...
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