Category: Recipes
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‘Super-food’ Oatmeal
I love Oatmeal and have it most days for breakfast. It has a reputation for being boring and bland but I couldn’t disagree more. You can make it sweet, or savory, you can add cocoa or maple syrup (or both). I love playing with the ingredients I have on hand to create different variations to…
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Butterfly in the Garden Baked Potato
Sometimes it can be difficult to get kids to eat their vegetables. Having fun with your food and making it visually appealing can make a big difference. Also try including your little ones in the cooking process. Having them connect with the food makes it more likely that they will want to try it. This…
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Plant Power Nourish Bowl
V+          Makes: 2 servings          Cook time: 20 mins Ingredients 1 cup Quiona 1 cup Frozen Edamame 1 Tomato 24 Baby Carrots 1 cup Fresh Spinach Directions Cook Quiona (see directions for cooking it here) Boil Edamame for a few minutes until tender Once quiona has finished cooking, remove from heat and remove lid. Fluff grains…
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The Best Vegan Chilli
Anyone familiar with Canadian winters knows how cold it can get and this year is even colder than usual (-40c with windchill last night!). Today was my shopping and meal prep day and after all of this cold weather the hubby and I wanted something warm, protein packed and healthy. We decided on Chilli and…
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How To Cook Quiona
The ancient grain that packs a real protein punch. Quinoa is a versitle ingredient that can be eaten hot or cold in a variety of dishes including stuffed peppers, salads and casseroles. Cooked quinoa can easily last a week in the fridge stored in an air tight container. V+ Yields: 4 cups Makes: 4 servings…
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Cauliflower BBQ Wings
Cauliflower Wings are perfect as an appetizer with friends or as part of your main meal for dinner with potato wedges. This dish is deceivingly filling, while being low in fat and calories. V+          Makes: 4 servings          Cook time: 25 mins Ingredients 1 cup almond milk – unsweetened (or water*) 1 cup flour 2 tsp.…
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Basic Chia Pudding two ways
Anyone who knows me knows that I have a major sweet tooth. This pudding curbs my cravings while helping me to stay healthy. Below are two ways to make Chia Seed Pudding, try both to see which you like best! You can top it with so many delicious things like; Fresh Fruit, Dried fruits, Chocolate…
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My Favorite Spaghetti Sauce
My Spaghetti sauce is easy to make, nutritious, absolutely delicious and it will make your kitchen smell AMAZING! This is my go-to dish to make when I want something comforting but also healthy. Sometimes I add chickpeas, black beans, chia seeds or lentils if I want a punch of protein in it. You can easily…