The great taste of sushi without all the hassle! 1 1/2 cups sushi rice1 1/2 cups water3 tbsp cup rice vinegar3 tsp sugar1/4 tsp salt1 avocado, chopped1/2 an english cucumber, chopped1 carrot, shredded1 small pkg of imitation crab, chopped3 tbsp mayonnaise3 dried seaweed sheets, cut into small squares Wash rice in a large bowl with cold water and drain. Combine rice…
Chickpea Vegetable Sauce on Polenta
A wholesome tomato sauce with chickpeas, broccoli and red peppers served over fun heart-shaped polenta. Chickpea Vegetable Sauce2 tsp olive oil1 onion, diced1 clove garlic, crushed1 red bell pepper, diced1 cup broccoli, chopped1 19 oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes1 14 oz can diced tomatoes1 tsp oregano1 tsp basil1/4 cup…
Wheat Bread with Flax
Here is one of my favourite bread recipes to make in the bread machine. 1/3 cup flaxseed meal1 cup milk1 egg2 tablespoons margarine or butter, cut up2 1/2 cups bread flour3/4 cup whole wheat flour3 tablespoons brown sugar3/4 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon active dry yeast or bread machine yeast Add the ingredients to a 1-1/2- or…
Sticky Chicken, Quinoa Stuffed Peppers and Corn on the Cob
A fun and healthy dinner that’s a cinch to make. Sticky Chicken1/2 kg boneless skinless chicken (breasts or thighs)1/2 cup plum sauce1/4 cup teriyaki sauce1 tbsp cornstarch2 tbsp water Place chicken in a baking dish. Combined plum sauce and teriyaki sauce then pour over the chicken. Bake at 375F for 35-40 minutes until chicken is…
French Toast for Dinner
This post is dedicated to my older son Cole, who is 4 years old today. Happy birthday little man! Cole LOVES french toast, so much so that sometimes we’ll have it for dinner, usually on an evening when Tony is working and it’s just the three of us. This is one meal that Cole will always…
MIni Meatball Sandwiches
Pioneer Woman’s recipe for the cutest and tastiest little sandwiches around. Recipe found here. My sister-in-law told me she had tried this recipe and her kids flipped over it, so I just had to try it to see if mine would have the same reaction. Cole was very excited at the idea of mini burgers, but he…
Bear Paws
Homemade bear paw cookies with oatmeal and chocolate chips, in regular and mini sizes! 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup applesauce2/3 cup brown sugar1 tsp baking soda2 tsp hot water1 egg1 tsp vanilla1 cup all purpose flour1 tbsp flaxseed meal3 cups rolled oats1/2 cup mini chocolate chips Cream butter and sugar together, then mix in applesauce….
Mexican Rice and Bean Casserole
A simple and healthy one-dish Mexican meal with rice, kidney beans, veggies and cheese. This is one of my go-to recipes when I can’t think of what to make and I don’t have a lot of time. t’s similar to my chili recipe, where there are several different cans that you throw into one big…
Pineapple Carrot Squares
Sweet and juicy pineapple with nutritious carrots make one delicious snacking square! 1/2 cup packed brown sugar2 tbsp coconut oil1 tsp vanilla1 egg1 cup whole wheat flour1 tbsp flax seed meal2 tsp cinnamon1 tsp baking powder1 tsp baking soda1 cup finely grated carrots2/3 cup drained crushed unsweetened pineapple1/2 cup raisins1/4 cup milk In a large bowl…
Bow-Tie Pasta with Tuna
A really fast stovetop meal of pasta, tuna and veggies in a creamy cheese sauce. 3 cups bow-tie pasta2 tsp olive oil1 red pepper, chopped1 clove garlic, crushed1 can condensed mushroom soup1 cup cheddar cheese1/4 cup light sour cream1/4 cup parmesan cheese2 tbsp sundried tomato pesto1 tbsp fresh basil leaves, minced2 green onions, sliced1 can flaked…
Food and Whine 