I love fall. I love the changing leaves, the bright blue skies and cool crisp mornings. It’s a great time of year for pumpkin patches, corn mazes and most of all baking these Pumpkin Muffins. Continue reading Pumpkin Muffins
Sheet Pan Eggplant Souvlaki
Eggplant is in season and I have been having fun experimenting with new ways to use it and of course enjoying traditional recipes too. My favourite Eggplant dish is Baba Ganoush, often referred to as poor man’s caviar for its silky smooth texture. Lately, I am finding eggplant is surprisingly versatile and I’m excited by some new recipes I have been developing. I hope to post my Baked Eggplant Unparmesan soon. What is your favourite way to enjoy eggplant? Continue reading Sheet Pan Eggplant Souvlaki
Blueberry Lime Chia Jam
I first came across the combination of blueberries and lime from a very simple recipe in “Les Halles” cookbook by Anthony Bourdain. It is simple, easy, and delicious recipe with a surprising combination that is outstanding. I was smitten. When local blueberries are in season, I always make it again, many times more. Thinking about those flavours gave me inspiration for this Blueberry Lime Chia Jam. Continue reading Blueberry Lime Chia Jam
Apple Cider Baked Beans
Sweet, smoky and comforting, these Apple Cider Baked Beans are the perfect dish to set up in your crock pot or slow cooker to simmer all day. The slow cooking provides ample time for these beans to become rich and delicious with flavours of sweet apple cider and smoky paprika and rich depth from molasses and mustard. Continue reading Apple Cider Baked Beans
Aquafabulous! – Book Review and Roasted Carrot Dip Recipe
Aquafaba (chickpea or bean water) is something most of us have and would typically throw away. It is an amazing substance that can be a very useful and versatile ingredient that will have you eating more chickpeas and beans just to get and use the water! I’ve been fascinated with aquafaba ever since I heard of it being whipped into white fluffy stuff and was excited to learn more about it and to review Aquafabulous! – 100+ Egg-Free Vegan Recipes Using Aquafaba by fellow Vancouverite Rebecca Coleman. Continue reading Aquafabulous! – Book Review and Roasted Carrot Dip Recipe
Rhubarb Orange Slushie
We got a coupon in the mail for a FREE sour cherry Slurpee® and as much as my kids want to go and use it, I keep strategically forgetting. I was shocked to learn that one 355 ml serving of this Slurpee has 46 grams of sugar, almost 12 teaspoons. I’m also not crazy about the ingredient list: glucose/fructose and/or sugar, water, citric acid, natural and artificial flavour, colour, sodium benzoate, and acadian gum. So the question is – do we want a free Slurpee? Continue reading Rhubarb Orange Slushie
Black Bean, Corn and Red Pepper Tacos
This taco recipe started out as a dip. It was so popular and well liked it turned into a main mix for a few different Mexican style dishes. It has evolved a little over the years, but always starts with the same foundation. This versatile mix that can go a lot of different ways depending on what you have on hand, what ingredients are in season or what your preferences are. We use it for tacos, quesadillas, enchiladas, and as an ever popular dip for parties and potlucks. This recipe definitely has increased our use of black beans. Continue reading Black Bean, Corn and Red Pepper Tacos
Citrus Rosemary Roasted Almonds
Isn’t it amazing how fast the year has gone? It is time for the December Recipe Redux! This month we’re playing a little party game. We were instructed to reach for the nearest cookbook and redux the recipe on page 201, 16, 216 – or any combination of the number ‘2016.’ So fun! I chose “The Art of Simple Food” by Alice Waters. On page 216 I found the recipe, Roasted Almonds with Herbs. It is in the delightful chapter, A Little Something…., which is filled with terrific small meals, snacks, or appetizers. The ideas are simple and quick, easy and nutritious and perfect for entertaining and even gifting. Continue reading Citrus Rosemary Roasted Almonds
Molasses Gingerbread Cookies with Sprouted Spelt Flour
Spicy and sweet, these easy molasses cookies are filled with gingerbread spices. They are a delicious holiday cookie that is perfect with a cup of tea or to dunk into a glass of milk, a great after school snack or sweet addition to lunch boxes. They also pack well and would be a terrific holiday gift for neighbours or teachers. Continue reading Molasses Gingerbread Cookies with Sprouted Spelt Flour
Poached Pears with Blackberry Sage Sauce
Every time I make poached pears I don’t know why I don’t make them more often. They are such a lovely, light, elegant dessert, simple to make and gorgeous on the table. They can easily be made ahead and refrigerated until needed, making them a great choice for holiday entertaining. Continue reading Poached Pears with Blackberry Sage Sauce