We are big granola bar eaters in this household. They really are the perfect grab and go snack. And prior to our first homemade batch, I would scout out the grocery stores for when our favourite brands were on sale. But after seeing just how easy it was to make my own, no sales are…
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How To: Big Batch – Zucchini, Corn, and Mushroom Enchiladas
It’s often tempting when the summer heat hits to do anything in your power to avoid turning that switch on your oven. I’ve been there – a sandwich for dinner, a salad for lunch, and repeat. But what if I told you that you only had to turn your oven on once to produce a…
How to: Healthy Snack – Fruit and Yogurt Popsicles
The heat has officially arrived folks. And with it comes my cravings for all things cool and refreshing. I will not say no to a jumbo Mr. Freeze on a July scorcher. Especially a white one. The ice and sugar combo does make for a delicious cold treat. Perhaps not a ‘healthy’ one though. In…
How To: Snack Healthy – Blueberry Lemon Yogurt Muffin Tops
The smell of freshly grated lemon zest – is there really anything better? Well, maybe the smell of fresh out of the oven muffins might just top that. And to make it even better, how about just the top? I bet most of you out there could attest to eating the bottom of the muffin…
How to: Recipe Makeover – Fish Sticks
I have a confession. I, Dara Gurau, was a loyal follower of The Captain. Who could resist his smiling bearded face and oh so convenient frozen breaded fish sticks. All you needed was 20 minutes, a toaster oven, and you too could have a fish dinner on the table in a flash. But as I…
How To: Big Batch – Lentil and Vegetable Coconut Curry
Spring officially began on March 20th. And today is April 22nd. Did it feel like a spring weekend to you? When I saw the snow falling on Saturday morning here in Toronto, I had to double check the date because it sure didn’t feel like the end of April to me! So the days of…
How to: Quickie Meal – Carrot Ginger Soup
This past week has been a doozy. It was insanely packed with social events, a wonderful conference put on by Ontario home economists and a trip out of town to Atikokan, Ontario for a family funeral. Atikokan is north. We’re talking 250km outside of Thunder Bay north. It’s a very small community (and the canoeing…