I have a long-ago memory of the first time I tried a stuffed bell pepper; a friend of my mother’s was Eastern European, and along with cabbage rolls and perogies, these bell peppers were one of her specialties. While I will never be able to fully replicate that flavour of that amazing, long-ago meal, it…
Category: Vegan
Recipe Post: DIY Mix-N-Match Ultimate Cookie Bars
The recipe below was based off Kraft Canada’s recipe for Rocky Road Bars and has been around for some time. However, if anyone has been reading my posts for a while, you will know I’m an inveterate, incorrigible, and unapologetic recipe tinkerer. I’ve made the original recipe many times for others over the years, so…
Back to Basics: Pantry Staples – Beans
Now we’ve been dealing with the Virus That Shall Not Be Named for several months now, I feel like I may be somewhat late to the table with this advice. However, I feel that in this new year there may be a few people still out there who have decided the drive-through and Uber Eats…
Recipe Post: A Tale of Two Chilis
One chilly, drizzly Friday afternoon a month or so ago had me jonesing for a fresh, hot dinner that didn’t take me too long to prepare. Something that both my husband and I would enjoy, and for which I had all of the ingredients on hand. And most importantly, something for which I didn’t need…
Recipe Post: Classic Hummus
Great for snacking while awaiting the arrival of holiday dinner, this easy to make hummus can be whipped up in less than 10 minutes flat, though I always advocate for some chilling out time in the fridge so flavours can get to know each other properly. Serve with crisp fresh vegetables, crackers, and pita triangles….
Recipe Post: Honeycomb Toffee and Vegan Sponge Candy
This candy is a lot of fun to make, and the payoff is SO WORTH IT, but it does require a candy thermometer for best results, and it’s also DANGEROUS AS HECK to make, so not a good choice for a group project by families of youngsters. I’ve included a recipe for both the regular…
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