A smooth and tangy applesauce made in the crockpot. It’s a great healthy snack for kids and it makes wonderful baby food too. Printable Recipe 6 large apples (I used Royal Gala apples), peeled and sliced 1 cup strawberries, sliced 1 cup blueberries, fresh or frozen 1/4 cup unsweetened applejuice 2 tablespoons lemon juice Place…
Lazy Cabbage Rolls
This casserole tastes just as good as (if not better than) cabbage rolls without the hassle. Printable Recipe 1 1/2 lb ground beef2 medium onions, chopped1 clove garlic, minced1 14 oz can crushed tomatoes1 can water1 can condensed mushroom soup1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice1 tsp salt1/4 tsp pepper1/2 tsp nutmeg1 tsp worchestershire sauce4 cups cabbage, shredded…
Apple and Yam Muffins
Yams, apples and raisins provide the sweetness for these delicious and moist sugar-free muffins. Printable Recipe 1 1/2 cups cooked mashed yams (or orange sweet potatoes) 1 apple, grated 2 cups flour 1 tbsp flaxseed meal 1 tbsp baking powder 1 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp nutmeg 1/2 cup raisins 2 eggs 3/4 cup unsweetened apple juice Preheat…
Maple Quinoa Pudding with Ricotta
This is a lot like rice pudding, but more sophisticated. The quinoa and ricotta make this pudding a great source of protein and nutrients. It’s a nice dessert or even breakfast. The boys didn’t really love this pudding, they prefer just good old vanilla yogurt. Tony and I both really liked it though. We had some while…
Buttermilk Chicken Fingers
Homemade baked chicken fingers marinated in buttermilk and covered with crispy crushed cornflakes and breadcrumbs. They’re great for dipping in honey mustard sauce or ranch dressing. Printable Recipe 1 lb chicken breast, sliced into thin strips 1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk (or 1/2 cup milk and 1/2 tbsp lemon juice)1/2 cup crushed corn flakes 1/4 cup breadcrumbs…
Kale Chips
Crunchy, tasty chips that are actually good for you- it’s a miracle! Printable Recipe 1 bunch kale 1 tbsp olive oil 1/2 tsp seasoning salt Preheat oven to 350. Wash kale and remove stems by folding the kale in half and cutting the stem out. Cut kale leaves into bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl,…
Apple Pineapple Crisp
Here’s a healthy fruit crisp recipe with no added sugar, flour, or fat. It’s like a warm fruit salad with oatmeal topping, perfect for breakfast or a light dessert. Printable Recipe 3 medium apples 1 can of pineapple tidbits, drained1/2 cup quick oats1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 tsp cinnamon1 mashed banana Preheat the oven to 375 degrees….
My Favourite Sandwiches
Here are a couple of sandwiches I really like. They’re easy to make and taste so good! Grilled ham, cheese and guacamole sandwich: Pretty straighforward directions: place slices of cheese and ham on bread. Spread guacamole onto another slice of bread and place on top. Grill it like you would a grilled cheese sandwich (I use…
Mujadara
A Middle Eastern dish with lentils, rice and carmelized onions. 1 cup lentils (I used 1/2 cup red and 1/2 cup brown lentils)2 large onions, or 4 small ones3-½ cups water or vegetable broth1 cup white rice1 teaspoon cumin1 teaspoon salt½ teaspoons pepper2 tablespoons vegetable oil Slice the onions lengthwise. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil…
Fruity Granola Bars
These homemade granola bars are low in sugar and fat, and high in fruit and fibre. They’re perfect for lunch-boxes as an alternative to the sugary store-bought granola bars. Printable Recipe 2 1/2 cups Rogers Porridge Oats* 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 cup whole wheat flour 1 cup of dried fruit (I used 1/2 cup raisins and 1/2 cup…
Food and Whine 