Homemade from the heart
Blueberry banana ice is a refreshing frozen dessert great for any time of year. Try replacing the blueberries with raspberries or strawberries for another treat.
1 1/2 cups cashew milk
1 1/2 cups mashed banana
2/3 cup frozen blueberries.
1 tbsp maple syrup Continue reading “Blueberry Banana Ice”
When the cold weather appears I long for comfort food. Vegetarian chili with mushrooms is one of my favourite recipes to make on a frosty day. The recipe is quick, easy and flavourful. Enjoy!
2 small chopped onions
1 chopped red pepper
1 chopped stalk celery
Olive oil to cover the bottom of a stock pot
8 sliced button mushrooms
1 540 ml can kidney beans
1 540 ml can chick peas
1 540 ml can black beans
1 796 ml can diced tomatoes Continue reading “Vegetarian Chili with Mushrooms”
My favourite apples are Spies. I like them in pies, crisp and just on their own. Occasionally, when I want to sweeten up the fruit I make this recipe of baked apples. Their sweet but tangy at the same time. Serve with coconut or whipped cream for an extra special treat.
2 spy apples
1/4 cup walnuts
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1/8 tsp ginger Continue reading “Baked Apples”
I don’t often eat cereal for breakfast but when I do I tend to eat granola. This granola recipe includes coconut oil, honey and dried apricots. For a surprise cocoa nibs are added for a chocolatey kick. Enjoy morning granola for breakfast or on top of your favourite crumble.
3 1/2 cups rolled oats
1/2 cup cocoa nibs
1/2 cup sliced dried apricots
1/2 cup unsweetened coconut
1/2 cup sliced almonds Continue reading “Morning Granola”
There’s no reason to go to the local coffee shop for a muffin when you have this recipe. This muffins have the classic paring of lemon and cranberries together. They’re tangy yet sweet and are sure to tempt your taste buds.
2 cups flour
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 cup melted butter
1/2 cup sugar
2 beaten eggs Continue reading “Lemon Cranberry Muffins”
At this time of year it’s nice to have a sweet treat in the house to share with visitors. One of my favourite sweet combinations is chocolate and peppermint. Chocolate Peppermint candy combines these tastes in a melt in your mouth confection. Enjoy!
1 bag milk chocolate chips
1 bag white chocolate chips
2 tsp vegetable oil
1 tsp peppermint extract
candy canes, crushed
On Christmas Eve my family celebrates with food and family. One recipe which turns up again and again is the cookie peanut butter bites. The chocolate and peanut butter are a great combination for celebrations or when you just want a decadent treat. Enjoy!
1 cup chunky peanut butter
3/4 cups icing sugar
1/2 cup white chocolate
1/2 cup milk chocolate
sprinkles
Mix peanut butter and icing sugar together in a small bowl until mixture is well incorporated.
Line a cookie tray with a silicone mat.
Pumpkin Cinnamon muffins are fresh and fragrant. When baking they fill the room with the scents of the holidays. For a special treat walnuts can be added to the batter.
2 cups pumpkin
2 cups sugar
1 cup oil
4 eggs beaten
1 cup wheat bran
2 cups flour
1/2 tsp salt
2 tsp baking soda
2tsp baking powder
3 tsp cinnamon Continue reading “Pumpkin Cinnamon Muffins”
Christmas chip cookies use rainbow Christmas chips for a unique flavour. They’re a little sweeter than your average chocolate chip cookie and the dough is soft and tender. They’re great with hot cocoa or cider.
3 cups flour
1 tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
2/3 cup veggie shortening
1/2 cup salted butter
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3 eggs
1 tbsp vanilla
2 1/2 cups rainbow Christmas chips
1 cup chopped walnuts
