Peanut Butter Cookie ‘n’ Brownie Bites

What could be better than a homemade peanut butter cookie or a rich chocolate brownie? Both, fused together in one sweet bite! No one else will notice the healthy ingredient hidden in the dark side of these tempting treats. Brown sugar, honey, and (spoiler alert) carrots lend sweetness to the two-in-one bites you see here. The results are healthier than your typical candy, yet still delicious–and, I would … Continue reading Peanut Butter Cookie ‘n’ Brownie Bites

aiming4simpleOctober 2014October 201416 Comments

12 Fresh Lunch Pairings (Including Many Gluten-Free)

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12 Fresh Food Pairings for a More Appealing Lunch

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

aiming4simpleAugust 2014August 2014Leave a comment

Trio of Strawberry Kiwi Muffins with Lemon Glaze

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Strawberry Kiwi Muffins and Donuts

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

aiming4simpleMay 201424 Comments

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An Easter Buffet Roundup

What’s for Easter dinner? Lemon and lamb and lots of spring salads I hope! Here I have collected 12 delicious options for a special meal that’s not too stressful. Of Easters past I have fond memories that include visits from my grandparents and singing hymns together in church, as well as hunting in the backyard for Easter candy and eggs. Worship and feasting are still the most important … Continue reading An Easter Buffet Roundup

aiming4simpleApril 2014April 20145 Comments

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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

aiming4simpleMarch 2014March 201413 Comments

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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

aiming4simpleMarch 2014March 201415 Comments