This is a crockpot meal made with meatballs and mushrooms in a creamy sauce. Nutmeg and allspice give the meatballs that little something extra. Printable Recipe 1 tbsp vegetable oil 6 cups sliced mushrooms 1 tsp dried dillweed 1/4 tsp each of salt and pepper 1 cup beef broth 1 can 2% evaporated milk 3 tbsp flour 1…
Yam Gnocchi
Since the Ricotta and Spinach Gnocchi I made was such a big hit with my family, I decided to try this yam version, topped with a creamy pesto sauce. Printable Recipe 3 medium yams1/4 cup parmesan1 egg1/2 tsp nutmeg2 1/2 cups flour Peel and chop yams, then steam them until soft. Mash yams in a large bowl,…
Tiramisu
A non-alcoholic version of this classic Italian dessert. It’s heavenly! Printable Recipe 4 eggs, separated 3/4 cup sugar 2-8oz packages of light cream cheese, softened 3/4 cup coffee 3 tbsp hot chocolate mix 1 pkg lady fingers 2 1oz squares semi-sweet chocolate, finely grated Beat yolks in medium size bowl, adding sugar gradually until well…
Cereal Crunchers
Here’s an addictive snack that’s sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike. Printable Recipe 2 cups cheerios (can be regular, apple cinnamon or honey-nut) 1/4 cup honey 3/4 cup quick oats 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tbsp flaxseed meal 1 tbsp bran 1 tbsp brown sugar 1/4 cup melted margarine or butter Combine cheerios…
Lunch Box Muffins
Savoury spinach, ham and cheese muffins that are perfect for packing in lunches, or if you don’t have time for breakfast just grab one of these on the way out the door. Printable Recipe 1 pkg frozen chopped spinach 1 1/2 cups chopped cooked ham 1 small onion, thinly sliced. 1/4 cup feta cheese 1/2…
Lord of the Breasts
Ok…that title sounds bad! This is recipe was originally called ‘Lord of the Wings’ but I’m using chicken breasts instead. Recipe adapted from Eat, Shrink and Be Merry (Lord of the Wings) Printable Recipe 3-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/3 cup BBQ sauce 2 tbsp soy sauce 2 tbsp dijon mustard 2 tbsp liquid honey…
Ukrainian Mac & Cheese
This meal isn’t exactly Ukrainian, but it reminded me a lot of nalysnyky (Ukrainian crepes), so that’s what I’m calling it. Like nalysnyky, this dish has cottage cheese, eggs, and sour cream. Unlike nalysnyky, this is very simple to make. Just toss everything in a crockpot and in a few hours you have a great dinner. Printable…
Tropical Mini-Muffins
Sweet and moist bite-sized muffins made with tropical fruits. You won’t believe these have no added sugar or fat! Printable Recipe 1 cup dried mango slices 1 1/2 cups unsweetened pineapple juice 2 ripe bananas 1 egg 1 cup flour 1/2 cup oat bran 1 tbsp flaxseed meal 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda coconut…
Mexican Lasagna
This is the best mexican casserole I’ve ever tasted. It’s become a favourite among my family and friends. I’ve brought it to a few friends when they’ve needed a break from cooking dinner (like after just having a baby), and everyone always wants to know the recipe. I got the recipe from Eat, Shrink, and Be…
Rancher’s Pork Chops
Pork chops simmered in a zesty sauce. This is a crockpot recipe from my dad that we used to have a lot when I was a kid. 6 pork chops 1 onion chopped2 tbsp brown sugar4 tbsp Ketchup2 tbsp Mustard (I used dijon, but regular mustard works too) Put onions on bottom of the crock pot….
Food and Whine 