Muffins are so versatile and they’re a great snack for daycare or work breaks. Here is a healthier batter option that uses less sugar and butter than most recipes (don’t worry, they’re still moist and delicious!). The batter stays the same but you can flavour them however you like! We’ve suggested three different flavours that [...]
Chicken, Broccoli, Cheese Soup This soup is hearty enough to be a full meal. Your kids will love it and they’ll see that most hated green tree-like vegetable with a little less disdain after tasting it in this yummy soup. Ingredients -Olive oil (about two tablespoons for sauteeing) -One (small to medium [...]
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 [...]
