Fruit

Mar 7, 20172 min read

Kuchen, Buckle, Coffee Cake...They're One in the Same...ish

Have you ever tried a kuchen (German origin) or buckle (American)? Just old fashion terms to reference a coffee cake made with butter,...

Aug 21, 20162 min read

Ontario Peach Oatmeal Pancakes for Brunch!

It’s Ontario peach season. The organic carton of Ontario peaches I purchased yesterday were literally perfect. Juicy, velvety and...

Aug 26, 20153 min read

“Why Organic?” My Humble Opinion

Come autumn, my teaching kitchen becomes gluten free friendly and the produce purchased organic when it makes sense to do so. The EWG’s...

Mar 25, 20141 min read

Mid Day Snack…Raspberry, Pear, and Almond Smoothie

Eating even healthier: add pure extracts to enhance flavour even more! Yummy easy mid-day snack… In a blender, vitamix, or anything that...

Feb 6, 20122 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...

Apr 17, 20112 min read

The Spice Lady Food Safari…Fantastic!

The first Spice Lady’s Food Safari seemed to exceed the expectations of many of the attendees. I have been receiving emails with so many...

Mar 9, 20113 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...

Feb 27, 20113 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...

Aug 13, 20092 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, 20091 min read

Rhubarb Strawberry Pudding Cake

Makes 6 to 8 servings 1/4 cup water 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch 1/3 cup plus 1/2 cup sugar 2 cups chopped fresh rhubarb stalks (10 ounces)...

Apr 18, 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...

Nov 7, 20081 min read

Frangipane (Almond Cream) Turnovers with Strawberry Honey Lime Dip

Makes about 12 per sheet 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/4 cup granulated white sugar 1 large egg 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/2...