Carrot Spice Hot Cross Buns

Carrot Spice Hot Cross Buns

Can hot cross buns be made without raisins and candied citrus?  Yes, they can.  Pillowy, fragrant, sweet buns were what I was craving, and this recipe delivered all that.  Furthermore, you can enjoy customizing your own buns by adding: carrots only carrots and walnuts carrots and apples Finely grating the carrots provided colour, moisture, and a hint of texture with much less fuss than carrot … Continue reading Carrot Spice Hot Cross Buns

Ladybugs on a (Celery) Stick

Did anyone else grow up eating “Ants on a Log”? Here’s a colourful spin on that theme.  Keep the celery, spike the peanut butter with lime and honey, and trade out raisins for carrot rounds.  Sprinkle on some dark seeds, and voila!  Ladybugs (or ladybirds) appear, alighting just in time for the arrival of spring! Recipe for Ladybugs on a Stick Ingredients: celery sticks peanut … Continue reading Ladybugs on a (Celery) Stick

Paleo Artichoke and Greens Quiche

Before attempting this quiche, I thought needed spinach or baby kale.  But then I realized that St. Patrick’s Day is coming up soon. Why not use cabbage? It’s often on sale this time of year, and I had some Napa cabbage sitting in my crisper drawer already. For added colour, I tossed in some shredded Romaine. The point is that you can use whatever greens … Continue reading Paleo Artichoke and Greens Quiche

Raspberry Almond Muffins (or Cupcakes) with Orange Glaze

It turns out that raspberries and orange juice are a fun and entirely compatible flavour combination.  When I needed a taste of sunshine last month, these muffins were a perfect pick-me-up.  They are also a lovely addition to a weekend brunch, and are well-suited for Easter and other springtime celebrations. I wasn’t sure what to call this recipe.  Cupcakes or muffins?  Lightly glazed, these are … Continue reading Raspberry Almond Muffins (or Cupcakes) with Orange Glaze