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It’s April 1, 2012. A Very Special April Fool’s Day…No Yoke!
Today is a very special day for my whole family. It just happens to be my Mom’s 90th birthday! My Mom is an inspiration to all who know...
Apr 1, 20125 min read


Sunshine Fresh Cranberry White Chocolate Chunk Muffins
This muffin is scrumptious and so moist and melty sweet.. The nut struesel adds a lovely crunchy texture to the top. Remember that...
Feb 6, 20122 min read


Quick and Easy Dinner…Fresh Cranberry Nachos and Apple Dumplings?!
I’m back in TO from the ‘Peg and into full swing preparing for a new year. Happy 2012 to you and your loved ones! Speaking of loved ones…...
Jan 6, 20123 min read


Ahhh Mom this Smells Like Home
I was looking at my recipe archives, dating back to around 2002. I can’t believe another decade is passing. I resurrected this pecan...
Nov 21, 20112 min read


Dishes Delight Daughter Part I – Brunch in Winnipeg
My daughter took the Friday off of the September long weekend to spend with her Mom, Me. The day was glorious. Sun was shining as we took...
Sep 8, 20112 min read


One Bowl Wild Blueberry Pistachio Oatmeal Muffins
I had a carton of buttermilk kicking around in my fridge. I’m not in the habit of drinking it straight up so I decided to make some...
Jul 13, 20112 min read


Sprouted Whole Grain Stilton n Pear Stuffed French Toast Sandwich
I love brunch. I have whipped up many varieties in the past. This is a real wholesome and truly scrumptious version. I always have...
Mar 9, 20113 min read


Ricotta Muffins for Dinner
I left my parent’s home in 1978 to live with my fiancé in Calgary 33 years ago…yikes…yep it was that long ago. I went prepared to start a...
Mar 7, 20112 min read


Honey Nut Whole Grain Seeds and Berries Cereal
I have really been enjoying eating whole grain organic goodness for breakfast. Trouble is, purchased cereal smells like cardboard when...
Feb 27, 20113 min read


Meyer Lemon Muffins
I wish I could call this one my own. I have adapted this recipe from Bryan Chan’s of the Los Angeles Times. I was looking for an easy fix...
Feb 22, 20112 min read


Grape Skin Flour & Fresh Ginger Baking Powder Biscuits
I had such a fun time in the fall when I went with my friend Sue on a Niagara-on-the-Lake winery tour. The wineries we visited were not...
Feb 13, 20113 min read


Chunky Tequila Lime Basil Guacamole
Serves 2 (double or increase recipe proportionately if serving more people) 1/2 ripe firm tomato, medium dice 1 whole California Haas...
Sep 16, 20101 min read


The Spice Lady’s Toasted Granola with Roasted Dried Fruit
Serves 1 – multiply for number of people or freeze larger quantity 1 cup large flaked oats, we prefer organic 1/4 cup mixed nuts and...
Aug 2, 20101 min read


Wholesome and Sinful Nectarine Suzette Crepes for Two
Wholesome and Sinful Nectarine Suzette Crepes Serves 2 (about 8 small 4” crepes) Double the recipe for 4 people. 1/2 cups whole grain...
Aug 13, 20092 min read


Chunks of Cheese n Crunch… Colours of Spring Salad
Chunks of Cheese n Crunch...Colours of Spring Salad Serves 4–6 2 cups purple cabbage, coarsely chopped 1 cup baby arugula leaves 1 cup...
May 3, 20091 min read


Nutty Toasted Marshmallow & Green Tea Cookie Bars
Makes about 30 bars 1 stick butter 1 cup sugar 2 eggs 3/4 cup sifted flour 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. cardamom 1/2 tsp. coarse kosher...
May 3, 20091 min read


Creamy Steel Cut Oats with Berries
1 serving 1/4 cup steel cut oats 3/4 cups skim milk ½ cup of fruit 1 tbsp flaxseed oil 1 tsp maple syrup or honey, agave nectar, other...
Apr 18, 20091 min read
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