Sweet maple syrup and crunchy pecans are a lovely combination in these healthy granola bars. 3 cups rolled oats 1/4 cup ground flaxseed 1/2 cup raisins 1/2 cup chopped pecans 1 mashed banana 1 egg, lightly beaten 1/4 cup maple syrup 1/4 cup honey 1 tsp maple extract Combine oats, flax, raisins and pecans in…
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Butternut Squash Pasta with Wonton Wrappers
Homemade ravioli or tortellini made easy with wonton wrappers, and a cheesy butternut squash filling. 1 1/2 cups butternut squash, cooked and mashed 1 cup ricotta cheese 1/2 cup parmesan cheese 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/4 tsp nutmeg 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper 1 package wonton wrappers In a medium bowl combine squash, cheese, garlic powder,…
Nutella-Filled Banana Muffins
Moist banana muffins filled with the chocolately goodness of nutella. 3 ripe bananas 6 tbsp vegetable oil 1/3 cup sugar 1/2 tsp salt 1 egg 1 tsp vanilla 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup whole wheat flour 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp baking powder 6 tbsp nutella Mash bananas in a medium bowl….
Strawberry Julius
A refreshing blender drink made with strawberries, ice, and a hint of vanilla. It’s a great way to get more fruit in your child’s diet, or your own! 1 1/2 cups strawberries 1 cup ice cubes 1/2 cup water 1 tbsp powdered milk 1 tbsp sugar 1/4 tsp vanilla extract Combine all ingredients in a blender and…
Homemade Ketchup
Why buy ketchup with so much sodium and sugar when you can make a healthier version at home in no time at all? Try this delicious ketchup recipe and see how great homemade can be. 1 can (5 oz) tomato paste 1/4 cup honey 1/4 cup water 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar 1/2 tsp onion…
Guest Post by Jay: Bok Choy and Bacon Chow Mein
My 4 and a half year old daughter Ariel is fascinated with wacky vegetables. It all started after her class took a trip to the market during a unit on fruit and vegetables. One that she found very funny was ‘bok choy’ or ‘butt choy’ as she kept accidentally calling it. Of course us laughing…
Baked Beans
A recipe for comforting baked beans made in the crockpot, plus an easy tutorial on how to cook dried beans. 1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes 6 cups cooked navy beans 4 oz salt pork, diced 2 cups chopped onions 1 can tomato paste 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup water 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp dry mustard…
Guest Post by Teresa: Branana Loaf
Who doesn’t like a good banana loaf recipe? This is one I found at least fifteen years ago when I was still single and fancy free, but have tweaked over the years to make lighter and healthier for the family, making sure it’s still full of that rich delicious flavour without the added fat or…
Lemon and Clam Vermicelli
An easy yet elegant pasta dish with the bright flavour of lemons combined with baby clams and spinach. 1 tbsp olive oil 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 lemon 2 cups fresh chopped spinach or baby spinach 1 can baby clams, drained pinch salt and pepper 150g brown rice vermicelli 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese Heat…
Guest Post by basilmomma: Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies
I tend to overbuy pantry items when they go on sale. From pasta to beans I have quite a selection. I just never know what I will need to have on hand and I like to be prepared 🙂 Last December there was quite a shortage of canned pumpkin around here. It seemed like every…
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