Paleo grits
I played with a paleo version of cream-of-wheat. This recipe can be accompanied with bold fruit flavours – peach, mango or citrus – and cinnamon. Alternatively, pair with left over vegetables and caramelized...
Cashew Yogurt
I heard about this whipped nut cream (or cashew yogurt) from my friend Christie. It is delicious and I could eat this every morning for ever! It would also make a...
Too much turkey leftovers?
Easter was relaxing and joyful. My sister-in-law brought walnut Baklava. Similar to the overwhelming desire to eat all her pumpkin bread, it was again a challenge to balance roast turkey and stuffing...
Turkey Cottage Pie
Cottage Pie combines the rich filling of a shepherd's pie (sans sheep) with an abundance of turkey leftovers, and is topped with low-glycemic white root vegetables to balance the body.
Fish Soup
This soup has healthy fats, minerals and vitamins - and it tastes light and refreshing. The cooking times preserve the flavour and freshness of the ingredients.
Heart & Stroke Deaths due to Preventable Factors
I had high cholesterol. A bit odd to admit since I am passionate about healthy eating. Familial hypercholesterolemia is a rare (treatable) condition but high cholesterol is quite common. My specialist...
Mung Bean Soup
This bean soup has quickly become one of my favourites. It is filling, warms you on the inside and the squeeze of lemon gives it a clean finish.
Creative Cooking
This weekend we used the recipe jar to choose what to eat for dinner. Steve chose Lamb Stew. I’m not cheap. I’m practical and economic (and Scottish). Veal was on...
Potato Salad
This make-ahead potato salad has the perfect blend of flavours, and lots of places to make it your own. Set aside a small portion before serving to make sure you...
Spinach and Rice Salad
My aunt brings this spinach-rice salad to family parties. It is always a hit and rarely has left overs.