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Sep 8, 20114 min read
Welcome Autumn, Seat Sales, and Meat Patties
Welcome to autumn. The fall brings back to school, seat sales, wild blueberries, and the start of the apple crops. Do you receive those...
Sep 8, 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...
Jul 13, 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...
May 11, 20112 min read
Whole Roasted Succulent Fish
It’s been about two months since I have been in my empty little nest. Turns out it hasn’t been very empty at all. My son, nephew,...
Apr 9, 20113 min read
Are You there Yet? First Meal in My New Home
I am so blessed to have friends that really do care. All week long I have been receiving emails and phone calls asking, “Are you moved in...
Mar 18, 20113 min read
Anything Can Be Soup?
We’re moving at the end of the month. Not far, just a couple of subway stops down. So to lighten the load, we’re trying to consume or use...
Mar 11, 20112 min read
Microwave Kettle Corn?
“Do you sell microwave popcorn poppers?”, I asked my guy at the health food store. He said, “Why bother.” Huh? He said “Just get an...
Mar 10, 20113 min read
Prime Rib Steak!…My Favourite Cut with Smoky Spicy Sticky BBQ Sauce
Some of us are more meat and potatoes oriented. I try not to eat red meat very often. I really love and sometimes crave it…so maybe...
Mar 10, 20114 min read
Honey Lemon Glazed Whole Roasted Chicken with Zucchini Walnut Apricot Spelt Stuffing
A couple of inspirations for this recipe… I purchased a Rowe Farms whole chicken, very economical for about $14.95. It was begging for...
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...
Feb 13, 20112 min read
Sher’s Xinxin de Galinha (Brazilian Braised Chicken and Prawns)
This dish is so fragrant and has the unusual pairing of prawns and chicken. It’s quick and one of my most satisfying comfort foods after...
Feb 11, 20112 min read
Organic Citrus & Pepper Cookies
I have been making these cookies for literally over a decade. I like to switch them up and use whatever citrus I have in the fridge. ...
Aug 18, 20102 min read
Raved About Vegan Quinoa Pilaf with Caramelized Dates and Pistachios
I developed this recipe for one of my Crash Courses in Smarter Eating at Ryerson University. I brought the dish to a family dinner and...
Aug 2, 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 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)...
Aug 13, 20093 min read
What The Spice Lady Typically Eats in a Day
Breakfast Every morning I eat my Steel Cut Oats, Berries, and Walnuts. Or on the weekends, 2/3 cup of President’s Choice Blue Menu Omega...
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...
Apr 19, 20092 min read
Chicken & Swiss Chard Verde Enchilada [..] w/Tree Nut Shallot Sauce
Chicken and Swiss Chard Verde Enchilada Casserole with Tree Nut Shallot Sauce 3 boneless chicken thighs, cooked and julienned or shredded...
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...
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