Tangy, sweet, and chewy, a touch of lime transports these healthy treats into the ultimate snack realm. Elderberry and blueberries give added boosts of antioxidants and immune support. But once these gems are ready to pick up, everyone will be too busy biting into the flavours to notice the hidden benefits. This recipe is linked to Allergy Free Wednesdays and here. Continue reading Blueberry Lime Fruit Gummies
Taste the flavours of Tuscan cooking with a minimum of fuss. You can blend, heat, and serve this hearty Italian-style tomato soup in 10 minutes or less. From my mother I inherited a penchant for soups. She is a soup artisan, crafting homemade soups like Pasta y Fagioli on a regular basis. Her friends are often the ones who benefit from the big batches she cooks. We tasted … Continue reading 10-Minute Tomato and White Bean Soup
Loaded with tart rhubarb and tangy raspberries, sweetened with local apples and rich maple syrup, this fruit crisp celebrates the end of summer harvest. The topping is delightful, made with oats and ground almonds held together with coconut oil (or butter if you prefer) and a touch of sugar and spice. It also happens to be gluten free. But mostly it’s a dessert that I … Continue reading Raspberry Rhubarb Apple Crisp
Simple, zingy, and astonishingly delicious–this homemade blueberry applesauce with ginger tastes sublime! Another batch needs to be made soon, because we can’t get enough! A friend called me up last Friday and asked if I could go with her to gather some surplus apples in the neighbourhood. The funny thing is, I had been hoping to score some free apples in the coming weeks. I … Continue reading Blueberry Lime Applesauce with Ginger
September is nearly here, so bring on the apples! Add some savoury ham and/or cream cheese, roll it all up with a crêpe, and breakfast becomes almost as much fun as a Seuss book! In the house or in a car, eat them, eat them; here they are! Crêpes in a car? Is there a way? All you need is a stick I say. Crêpes … Continue reading Crêpes on a Stick with Green Apples and Ham
What was the last homemade lunch you truly enjoyed? I like to find a balance between variety and keeping things simple. Even folks like my husband, who are willing to eat the same sandwich five days in a row, appreciate an upgrade from time time. Whether you pack a lunch for work, make lunches for kids, or just want something different on the weekend, it is helpful to have … Continue reading 12 Fresh Food Pairings for a More Appealing Lunch
Swirls and Spice 