Wouldn’t it be nice to have a personal chef who baked fresh muffins for breakfast and warm cookies for an afternoon snack every day? Unfortunately for one of my daughters, I am not that kind of chef. Despite claims that “all the other moms” bake treats for their kids on a more frequent basis, I suspect that the other ovens in town are not cranking … Continue reading Strawberry Kiwi Muffins and Donuts
This week I’ve got a great new recipe for homemade crackers, and I am sharing it as a guest post. My favourite version features cooked lentils, buckwheat flour, and brown rice flour. They are crisp, healthy, and delicious! You can find my recipe for Buckwheat Lentil Crackers at Whole New Mom. Enjoy! Buckwheat Lentil Crackers with Cilantro Olive Tapenade Continue reading Gluten-Free Buckwheat Crackers
Appetizers = one of the best inventions ever. In my ideal world, meals would consist of an endless array of appetizers and be eaten outdoors whenever possible. Though I have never had the good fortune of experiencing a tapas party, I suspect I would never wish to leave if I did. Furthermore, if you browse my recipe index, you’ll notice that there are far more … Continue reading Cilantro Olive Tapenade
Whether you’re ready for a party or in need of a boost, you cannot go wrong with citrus. The bright aromas are a natural mood enhancer! We’ve been drooping this week, with fluctuating weather, my husband not feeling well, and the kitchen in chaos. So as I suggested before, when life gets you down, make lemon bars. Amen? Last time I created Citrus Swirl Lemon … Continue reading Mango Lemon Bars with Coconut Crust
I was so excited about making homemade buckwheat noodles recently that I decided to try them out in lasagna. And since the noodles have a bit of sweet potato in them, Mexican lasagna was my first choice. I always thought that homemade noodles were somewhat difficult to make, but I realize now that they are really fairly simple. Take a look at my lasagna … Continue reading Lightened Up Mexican Lasagna
An aromatic Asian broth surrounds homemade buckwheat noodles in this comforting soup. Each flavourful spoonful is also healthy and gluten free, thanks to nutritious bone broth and magnesium-rich buckwheat. This month, in addition to fancier fare like clafoutis, I’ve intentionally shared more of my family’s favourite simple recipes. Tasty foods like Creamy Sweet Pea Salad and Paradise Fruit Salad appear on our table again and again in real … Continue reading Homemade Buckwheat Noodle Soup
Swirls and Spice 