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...
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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,...
May 1, 20113 min read
How Do You Like Your Cookie?…Crisp???
Probably not. Sometimes a nice crisp cookie…like a biscotti or shortbread is lovely. Some people like to eat flat cookies others prefer...
Mar 21, 20112 min read
Fresh Fava Beans… a Favourite
Fresh fava beans are in season. Yipee. I love the way they look and their slightly crunchy texture and fresh like spring taste. They...
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 16, 20113 min read
Mexican Power Lunch Salad Bowl…Pronto!
Both my young adult children have busy lives with work, play, and whatever else they do. We have many discussions about their trying to...
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 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...
Mar 7, 20112 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...
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 22, 20112 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 13, 20113 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 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. ...
Sep 16, 20101 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...
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 18, 20101 min read
Still No Groceries…Look Ma I Just Made Myself Lunch
No milk, no bread, few veggies, little fruit….oh my…guess who needs to go get some food stuff tonight?? Thought I’d share with you my...
Aug 15, 20102 min read
Schmaltzy Black Bean Pate Without the Schmaltz
Hunger set in Friday night and no groceries except a can of black beans. I threw this dish together with ingredients from my spice...
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...
May 18, 20091 min read
Creamy Roasted Eggplant Orange Pepper Dip
1 tablespoon (15 ml) + 1 teaspoon (5 ml) Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 small eggplant 1 orange bell pepper 1 small onion 4 large garlic cloves...
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