It's about to get really, really hot here. Our weather forecasters are predicting we break all sorts of records later this week so in preparation of the hot weather and my pre-planned laziness, I've whipped up a huge bowl of one of my family's favourite summer time foods. I … [Read more...] about Macaroni Salad
Salads
Tomato, Basil, and Garlic Quinoa Salad
This is my new favourite thing. So simple. So good. Here's the great part. You know how some of these grainy salads have to sit awhile to marinate in their sauces before you eat them? Well with this one, you let the quinoa cool and mix and it's absolutely perfect. Delicious … [Read more...] about Tomato, Basil, and Garlic Quinoa Salad
Taco Fiesta Barley Salad
I don't know about you but there's nothing I love more than cold, zesty, healthy salads in the warmer months. I particularly like to make large servings of recipes that keep well in the refrigerator and can be eaten all week long. This Taco Fiesta Barley Salad fits the bill … [Read more...] about Taco Fiesta Barley Salad
Sesame Ginger Wild Rice and Barley Salad
Oh summertime. I have to admit, although my desire to eat great food hasn't waned, my desire to cook in this heat has. I like to cook the wild rice and barley for this early in the morning plunk it in the fridge and throw together the rest of the ingredients once I've finished … [Read more...] about Sesame Ginger Wild Rice and Barley Salad
Quinoa Tabbouleh
Man I live for the summer! We've been away camping and usually before we go I premake a bunch of cold salads, dips etc to get us through the first few days of traveling, lunches etc. Well I don't know what's happened but I am suddenly really loving and kind of addicted to … [Read more...] about Quinoa Tabbouleh
