simple, fast, delicious
Peach, Blueberry and Coconut Crumble
Peaches and blueberries sprinkled with coconut crumble and baked until hot and bubbly. Frozen peaches and blueberries are used here. This is a wonderful way to enjoy seasonal fruit throughout the entire year.
During the summer, when peaches were in season, I purchased a 10 pound flat of Red Havens. …
Perfect Brownie Bites
Chocolaty, moist, dark, and delicious. Brownie bites are perfect for portable snacking or tossing into a lunchbox.
All you need is one bowl and a whisk to make these brownie bites. Simply melt the butter, then whisk in the rest of the ingredients….
Chai Tea Latte
Chai, from India, is a black tea with cinnamon, cardamon, ginger, and cloves, It is rich in antioxidants and promotes overall general health and well-being.
One of the best tasting chai tea lattes I had was at a creperie in Vancouver along Robson Street. …
Easy Chicken Salad Sandwich
Chicken salad is a dish you might take for granted as easy to make. And it is. But there are many versions. Some add grapes, raisins, walnuts or apples. I like mine straight-up. No fruit or nuts. Just tender, juicy and freshly cooked chicken with chopped celery….
Cheddar Cheese Puffs
Gougères, or cheese puffs. A delicate, light and airy bite size appetizer. This savoury version of choux pastry is mixed with spices, sharp cheddar and parmesan cheese. …
French Crepes
Crepes, or French pancakes, filled with macerated strawberries and blueberries. Dusted lightly with icing sugar and drizzled with chocolate.
Crepes are thin, light, delicate pancakes. Its batter consists of only 6 ingredients: water, milk, eggs, salt, flour and butter….
Brown Sugar Pecan Cookies
These brown sugar pecan shortbread cookies are seriously addictive! Buttery sweet, light, and crumbly. They practically melt in your mouth.
It’s been several years since I first discovered this recipe in the local paper. …
Gluten-Free Pancakes with Blueberry Sauce
Light and fluffy gluten-free pancakes with homemade blueberry sauce. Perfect for a lazy Sunday morning.
I’m always looking for ways to make a meal healthier. Even the smallest changes add up over time. …
Wonton Soup
Wonton soup is a dish I grew up with. Tender dumplings filled with lean ground pork and prawns in chicken broth. I found it to be rather comforting on a cold winter’s day. Now my kids enjoy it when it’s being served at their grandparents. It’s one of their favourite dishes. …
Spinach and Tomato Omelette
This spinach and tomato omelette is high in protein and contains two servings of vegetables. It’s super easy, fast and delicious. A great way to start your day.
Why did I start eating this for breakfast every morning? …
Gluten-Free Spiced Pumpkin Scones
Intolerance to wheat has become a well known health concern. Its been reported that up to one third of the American population may be affected. The only natural treatment is to go gluten-free. In my home, we’re learning more and more about this disorder. My daughter may be a sufferer.
Unfortunately wheat flour is used in most baked goods. And we love baking! So here is what I did. …