Recipes

Date Paste – A Healthy Sweetener

June 29, 2018 |

No matter what kind of diet we might be following we can all agree that eating excess sugar is not healthy. It is not only the fact that sugar has no nutritional value whatsoever but overconsumption of sugar is an independent risk factor for increased risk of cardiovascular disease including heart disease and strokes. The…

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Stock From Scraps!

May 25, 2018 |

We’ve been in something of a quandary lately when it comes to vegetable stock, that important ingredient of most soups and many other savoury dishes. We’ve used powdered stock but it is high in sodium and many brands contain MSG (monosodium glutamate). Concentrated packets of stock contain slightly less sodium but are high in added…

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Vegetable Fajitas

January 8, 2018 |

There’s nothing like a little bit of heat to warm up your innards on a cold day. This recipe uses the smoky spiciness of chipotle, adding its mild heat to roasted vegetables. This recipe can be enjoyed on its own as a side vegetable or wrapped in a tortilla for a delicious lunch treat. INGREDIENTS:…

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Chilly Weather Comfort Food

January 1, 2018 |

This easy recipe can be prepared about an hour before suppertime or placed in a slow-cooker to simmer all day, filling your home with its savoury aroma.   CURRY VEGETABLE STEW 2 tbsp mild red curry paste 1 tbsp yellow curry powder 1 tbsp brown sugar 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 sweet onion, chopped 4…

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Grilled Asparagus

December 25, 2017 |

How would you feel about a recipe that is healthy, delicious, colourful and quick and easy to prepare?  Sounds perfect, doesn’t it?  Here is one of our favourite vegetable side dishes.     Aspargus spears with tough ends removed 1 small zucchini, cut in rounds 1 small onion, cut in rings ½ small bell pepper,…

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