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It is tough to find good snacks for kids in this day and age of highly processed, fast foods. Here are some healthy ideas for snacks...all organic of course. . These ideas are great for adults too! Need a little extra boost at the office between meetings and meals?...

Craving the bold flavors of buffalo wings but in a comforting pasta dish? This Buffalo Chicken Pasta delivers the perfect balance of creamy, tangy, and spicy goodness. Tender seasoned chicken is sautéed with hot sauce, then tossed with penne pasta in a luscious sour...

A classic Briam recipe makes the best Mediterranean roasted vegetables in rich tomato sauce and olive oil. This Greek casserole is vegan, healthy, and full of flavor! . For the Vegetables: 2 medium zucchinis, sliced 1/4-inch thick 2 medium potatoes, peeled and sliced...

Ingredients . 3/4 cup/72g all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon/2.5ml baking powder 1/2 teaspoon/2.5ml baking soda 1/2 teaspoon/2.5ml ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon/2.5ml ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon/1.25ml salt 3 large eggs 1/2 cup/100g granulated sugar 2/3 cup/150g pumpkin...

There is nothing better than a souffle'. Well, actually, there are a few equally as good foods. . Several evenings ago, we made for ourselves a cheese souffle' with turkey kielbasa. It was SO good! . For those unfamiliar with souffle' here is a brief description. A...

You can reduce cooking time using a pressure cooker. Add all the ingredients except for the cream. Place the lid and bring to full pressure. Lower the heat to stabilize and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and release the pressure. Take off the cover and simmer...

These Beef and Scallion Rolls (a simplified take on Japanese Negimaki) deliver tender, juicy beef wrapped around crisp vegetables and finished with a sweet-savory glaze. They come together in about 30 minutes and make an impressive weeknight dinner or fun appetizer. ....

Okay so technically this is more of a sorbet recipe, but there are some fruits, like peaches, pineapple and banana that become very “creamy” and you’d never guess they were dairy free.  You can make this with strawberries, but you will need some bananas to make it...

This is the perfect summertime and picnic salad. It has no dairy products, is easy t assemble and is tasty. Have as a starter or as a main with crusty bread and a chilled prosecco or rose wine. .Serves 4-6 .For the lemon oil:1/2 cup/125ml extra-virgin olive oil1...

Looking for a healthy way to get more from your garden? Like to know your food is free of the pesticides and other nasties that are often sprayed on commercial crops? Re-growing food from your kitchen scraps is a good way to do it! . There’s nothing like eating your...

On August 6, float a scoop of vanilla ice cream in an ice cold mug of frothy root beer. It’s National Root Beer Float Day! . Also known as the “Black Cow,” the root beer float got its start in Colorado in a mining camp. Frank J. Wisner of Cripple Creek, Colorado, gets...

If you’re under the impression that living a healthy lifestyle requires a padded wallet, think again! From eating well to getting exercise to sleeping soundly and more, the cornerstones of a fit and healthy life don’t have to break the bank. Whether you want to take...

Baking time will depend on the ripeness of your apples.  We say 50-60 minutes, but start checking after 30. We used a housemade olive oil and egg custard (mayonnaise) ice cream.  It is unbelievably rich and delicious. Vanilla, or caramel would work well too. Pears...

This classic Kotopouloo Kopita (also known as Kotopita) is a hearty Greek chicken pie with shredded chicken, a light béchamel-style sauce, fresh herbs, and creamy feta cheese, all wrapped in golden, crispy filo pastry. It’s like a Greek version of chicken pot pie —...

This Allergy-Free Sweet and Sour Chicken delivers all the sweet, tangy, crave-worthy flavors of the classic Chinese dish without gluten, soy (unless you choose), dairy, or nuts. Tender chicken strips, vibrant bell peppers, onions, and juicy pineapple come together in...

If a fruity pie is your answer to a delicious dessert, then you will LOVE this one! The following recipe, we used four different types of berries. Use what you can find, either frozen or fresh - there is no right or wrong answer. If you like your pie more tart than...