Reasons store-bought granola bars are good: -Convenient lunch snack Reasons store-bought granola bars are bad: -Many unknown ingredients -They pretend to be “natural” when they often have tons of sugar and extra unknown ingredients -You can’t tailor them to suit your needs (allergies, dietary restrictions, taste) -They are wrapped in excess, wasteful packaging -You can’t [...]
Looking for a super simple but creative idea for a holiday hors d’oeuvre? Try this delicious and different twist on bruschetta! It’s served warm and is oh-so satisfying – it’s perfect for the season! Ingredients 1 tbsp butter 1/3 cup finely chopped yellow onion 1 pint mushrooms, coarsely chopped (you can use a mixture of [...]
This is one of the most flavouful appetizers I’ve ever tasted, let alone made myself. It is a recipe by Ina Garten (the Barefoot Contessa on the Food Network) who usually makes butter-filled, rich and creamy dishes. This dip is a nice alternative to her usually heavy (although always delicious) cooking. This vegetable dip is [...]
Using cinnamon and maple adds a subtle depth of flavour to your basic sugar cookie recipe. These cookies are amazing all on their own but would also take nicely to decorating with icing. Enjoy! *Hint: you will get better results with baking if all of your ingredients are at room temperature. Take the eggs, butter [...]
A friend recommended this recipe to me and she originally found it in Canadian Living magazine. It’s delicious, full of nutrients and oh so comforting as the weather gets cooler. Makes a perfect lunch or appetizer at dinner, either way it will warm you from the inside out. I have tried throwing a few twists [...]
Whenever I buy cilantro, I only ever use a little bit and then end up throwing the rest of the bushel out. Making a dressing is a great way to use up your leftover herbs. This dressing would also work very well with parsley. Try this over salads or cold pasta. Use it as a [...]
When your kids come home from school they’re sure to be starving! You don’t want to spoil their dinner or fill them up on sugary treats so here’s a creative way to give them a satisfying snack with lots of nutritious ingredients. lots of vegetables are hidden in this delicious Mexican inspired snack and disguised [...]
Want an easy, healthy snack that is filled with protein? This super-simple dip is exactly that and goes perfectly with crackers, veggies, pita, or on a sandwich. It’s got lots of flavour despite only having four ingredients and it only takes about five minutes to prepare. Try making this dip for your lunch or serve [...]
This recipe is a tasty way to work vegetables and fruits into a one-pan meal. Kids can help by cutting the veggies with a safety knife and mixing the sauce ingredients. Ingredients 1 can (14 oz/398 mL) pineapple chunks, drained, reserving 125 mL (½ cup) juice 30 mL (2 tbsp) brown sugar 30 mL (2 [...]