Made with simple pantry ingredients, these oat bars and their peachy goodness are entirely within reach all year round!Finding a juicy fresh peach is not an easy thing. Last summer we struck out and were disappointed with the peaches available; I have craved good peaches ever since. Thankfully, canned and frozen peaches make it possible to taste one of my favourite fruits any time of … Continue reading Spiced Peach Oat Bars
Did you know that tomorrow is Lunar New Year’s Eve? Before I went to China and Vietnam, I was mostly unaware of this major holiday. Yet after spending seven years there, I now find myself wistful at this time of year, as I think of the friends, food, and festivities I left behind. Thankfully, through Facebook, I am still in touch with some of the … Continue reading Tastes of Asia: 14 Lunar New Year Recipes {Gluten Free}
For the month of January, I’ve been sharing a new salad recipe every weekend. Honestly, I could not pick a favourite! Each one is different, yet simple enough to pull together quickly from pantry ingredients (plus a bit of fresh produce). Here are the other three, which are well worth trying if you haven’t yet: Pesto-Dressed Three Bean Salad Sesame Black Bean Salad Glass Noodle … Continue reading Tuna and White Bean Salad with Tahini and Avocado
This pear bread truly lets the fruit flavour shine through, offering just a slight touch of cinnamon spice. Pears and vanilla pair well by complementing each others’ delicate aromas. We’ve enjoyed this delicious bread several times over the last couple of months and I plan on making it regularly, as I now prefer it to banana bread. Though it is an ideal way to use … Continue reading Very Vanilla Pear Bread
Holiday baking season is upon us, and easy recipes come in very handy when I am called to bring a plate of cookies somewhere. Last week I made some cookie brittle using hot chocolate mix and decorated it with colorful candy coated chocolate bits. Though I usually skip baking with food colouring, I could not resist their charms this time. My kids beg for coloured … Continue reading Hot Chocolate Cookie Brittle {Gluten Free Option}
When I saw this super idea at Hidden Ponies to make marshmallows pops with melted chocolate and assorted toppings, I knew we had to try it with bananas. Because I’m just not that into corn syrup. As much as we like sprinkles, to avoid artificial colours this time, I rummaged through my cupboards and the refrigerator and found a healthier array of coatings–pretzels, pomegranate fruit, … Continue reading Chocolate Dipped Banana Pop Bar
Swirls and Spice 