Cantaloupe and Cucumber Salad
Turn ripe cantaloupe into a healthy and delicious gluten-free summer salad. Cantaloupe balls are plated with cucumber balls, fresh mint, tangy feta cheese and a squeeze of fresh lime. This salad does not need a dressing-just a drizzle of olive oil with the fresh lime juice is all that is needed. Sometimes, simple is the […]
SuperFood Breakfasts
I was asked awhile ago to review the cookbook SuperFood Breakfasts published by DK Canada and while I made quite a few of the recipes from the cookbook I forgot to write out a review. I am admitting I forgot about the review and that I am human.I am sharing my review of this mini cookbook with […]
Gluten Free Chocolate and Peanut Butter Oatmeal
This week I received a box full of Quaker gluten free goodies. It is always a treat for me to get mail such as this and the opportunity to try new gluten free products that are in the market now. I had not tried the quick cooking oats or the Maple and Brown Sugar Instant […]
Energy Bites Cookbook
I am not being paid for my review so my opinions of this cookbook are entirely my own. Okay I admit it I am a cookbook addict.I admit that when I am in my local Chapters bookstore I always check out the new cookbook section and I, truth be told, will buy a new cookbook more often […]
Mexican Chicken and Corn Salad
It is grilling season in Calgary right now and I am using every opportunity to use my barbecue. I love that grilling adds an extra flavour to meats but also makes cleaning up my kitchen very easy. No pots to wash at all-I love that! I am always looking for ways to jazz up my […]
Gluten-Free Muffletta Pasta Salad
This past week I was sent a box of goodies that included gluten free Catelli pasta, a bottle of olive oil and a gift card to purchase extra ingredients. I was not only happy to receive the box but the challenge to come up with a new pasta recipe to share with you. I knew […]
Crispy Cassava Blender Waffle Recipe by Laura Franklin
Today’s recipe is shared by a friend of my son Cam’s, Laura Franklin from Fresh and Frank. Laura is a Holistic Nutritionist and Wellness Coach, and this recipe of hers is incredibly popular. I know you will enjoy it a lot. Also, Laura has a Summer Kickstart Program. that is beginning May 1st so look for those […]
Gluten-Free Chocolate Banana Smoothie
A healthy and filling gluten-free chocolate banana smoothie that is great for breakfast, snack or post workout drink. 5 simple ingredients like milk of your choice, dates, cinnamon, cocoa power and a banana. That is it! A smoothie that has wholesome ingredients which provide vitamins, calcium and fiber. This gluten-free chocolate banana smoothie is a […]
Lentil Veggie Shepherds Pie
I’ve decided I really need to share more meal type recipes on this blog and will be starting with this new recipe for lentil veggie shepherds pie. If you are trying to get your kids to eat more veggies or another option for Meatless Monday this recipe will do the trick!Warm spices, butternut squash, lentils […]