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
Good bye gluten, hello easy lunch! These pigs in a blanket made with rice wrappers provide a superbly simple alternative to their doughy counterparts. Let the good times roll! Is avoiding gluten a good move? When I lived in Vietnam, I ate far less gluten than I do now. We also didn’t own a car, so I did a lot of walking, and I was ten … Continue reading Gluten-Free Pigs in a Blanket
Creamy coconut milk, naturally sweet bananas, and fresh B.C. cherries swirl together in this cool treat that offers guilt-free indulgence. Kissing sugar goodbye is a lot easier with ice cream like this! I’ve seen so many tempting ice cream recipes this summer, and I would love to try them all. Last week, however, I decided I needed to eat healthier so that I can keep … Continue reading Cherry Coconut Banana Ice Cream {Dairy-Free, No Added Sweetener}
Swirls and Spice 