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Summertime Sweet Potato and Black Bean Bowl

July 3, 2019 By Tara Leave a Comment

In all seriousness, this Summertime Sweet Potato and Black Bean Bowl will be included in my meal rotations FOREVER!!! This simple sauce is nothing short of magical. It’s sweet, tangy, savoury and oh so fresh. Not only is this bowl absolutely delicious, but it’s also super healthy and packed full of everything you could possibly […]

Coleslaw With a Kick

May 16, 2019 By Tara Leave a Comment

I don’t know about you but I love a good coleslaw and this recipe takes a traditional favourite but kicks it up a notch with Old Bay Seasoning. With a whole lotta flavour and a hint of heat, this coleslaw is perfect for barbecues and potlucks. Just make sure you allow enough time for the […]

Blueberry Lemon Muffins

March 12, 2019 By Tara Leave a Comment

These delicious, lemony, blueberry filled muffins are a huge hit with my family. They are so quick and easy to whip up so you can make them in a pinch for unexpected visitors or pop them into your kids’ lunch boxes. They also freeze well and make a great snack. Hope you like them as much […]

Cauliflower Walnut Taco Meat Quesadillas

November 26, 2018 By Tara Leave a Comment

These quesadillas are my new favourite thing as in.. I just can't get enough of them! They are so, so, so delicious and the recipe makes a bunch that … [Read More...] about Cauliflower Walnut Taco Meat Quesadillas

The Chopped Leaf’s Bangkok Wrap with Evil Peanut Sauce Copycat Recipe

May 28, 2018 By Tara 6 Comments

Ok, when The Chopped Leaf finally opened up a franchise in my small town, I couldn't have been any happier. Although they have a large selection of … [Read More...] about The Chopped Leaf’s Bangkok Wrap with Evil Peanut Sauce Copycat Recipe

Carrot Cookies

January 23, 2019 By Tara 5 Comments

When I picked up my kids from school today, the first thing my oldest said was, "Those cookies in our lunch … [Read More...] about Carrot Cookies

Zucchini, Carrot, Walnut Loaf

September 5, 2018 By Tara Leave a Comment

Yay!! The kids are back to school!! Of course I'm a bit reluctant to say good bye to summer but it WAS … [Read More...] about Zucchini, Carrot, Walnut Loaf

Apple Spice Cookies

September 26, 2016 By Tara 4 Comments

Cookies are just cookies but when they start creating mental conflict, I'm not really sure that I should … [Read More...] about Apple Spice Cookies

Instant Pot Corn Chowder

The last few weeks have been a bit cold for my liking and I don't know about you but for me cold weather demands soup. In my teenage years, my bestie … [Read More...] about Instant Pot Corn Chowder

What The Heck Will They Eat? Traveling With Fussy Vegan Kids

If you're the parent of fussy vegan kids, guess what? You're not alone! And if you're holding back on traveling and experiencing life because feeding … [Read More...] about What The Heck Will They Eat? Traveling With Fussy Vegan Kids

Chunky Toor Dahl Soup

This is fall/ winter comfort food at it's best. If you aren't familiar with split yellow lentils (otherwise known as split yellow mung beans), you're … [Read More...] about Chunky Toor Dahl Soup

Sweet and Spicy Thai Mango Salad with Cashews

Which mangoes do you prefer? Yellow Ataulfo mangoes from the Philippines or red Tommy Atkins? I don’t know about you but when I see fresh, ripe, … [Read More...] about Sweet and Spicy Thai Mango Salad with Cashews

Spring Pasta Salad with Fresh Baby Asparagus

Yay! Spring has finally arrived and THIS delicious, fresh Spring Pasta Salad is my new favourite thing! With fresh asparagus, crispy snap peas, cherry … [Read More...] about Spring Pasta Salad with Fresh Baby Asparagus

Hearty Red Lentil and Sweet Potato Instant Pot Soup

Why, oh why, oh why am I adding new SOUP recipes in April?! For God's sake...Enough with this wet, dreary weather, right?!! We finally got away … [Read More...] about Hearty Red Lentil and Sweet Potato Instant Pot Soup