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Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookies - buttery, slightly crispy, chewy goodness. No need to spend...

Instant Pot Almond Milk Rice Pudding
Instant Pot Almond Milk Rice Pudding 2 3/4 cup almond milk unsweetened plain (unflavoured) I...

Irish Cream White Chocolate Cranberry Pistachio Fudge
This fudge is smooth and creamy - the salty of the pistachios beautifully offsets the...

The Value of Community
My spouse went to check on a rustic metal bench we were having made by...

Pan Roasted Cauliflower
This is the pan version of Roasted Cauliflower that is every bit as scrumptious as...

Zucchini Greek Salad Recipe | Summer Squash
Part of – What to do with 70 zucchinis saga Feel free to double triple...

Gluten Free Lasagna Recipe – Bake-able Noodles (NO BOIL)
Hallelujah! Finally 1 dish for the WHOLE family… Yep, you heard right, gluten free lasagna…...

Gluten Free Chicken Hash Brown Potato Casserole Recipe
These are great hash brown casserole recipes for the "what to make for dinner?" Question...

Sweet Matcha Tea Powder by Lemon Lily Review
Lately, in order to reduce the acidity of coffee and curb my dependency on black...

Mount Hagen Organic Cafe Review
Smooth, mild, everything you’d want in an organic breakfast coffee, with this pre-ground non-bitter roast....

Gluten Free Carrot Cake Recipe Delicious
Delicious is a common adjective we hear from this gluten free carrot cake recipe....

Fluffy Gluten Free Pancakes Recipe
It’s true, although fluffy and GF usually never go together, they do today, with this...

Baked Wings | Chicken Wings in the Oven
Yes you heard right and they are every bit as good, without the added deep...

Review | Udi’s Gluten Free Pizza Crust (Pre-made)
10min gluten free dinner, can this really be true? These wheat free, dairy free, soy...

Review | XO Baking Co | Gluten Free All Purpose Flour | Gourmet Flour Blend
This Gluten Free All Purpose Flour boasts cup for cup substitution, such as not to...

Review | Compliments Gluten Free Chocolate Cake Mix
A solid choice, Compliments Gluten Free Chocolate Cake Mix found at Sobeys and other stores...

Review | Pamela’s Gluten Free Classic Vanilla Cake Mix
Wasn’t sure what to expect with this gluten free vanilla cake mix… the bag says...

Review | Bio-Vert Natural Orange Cantaloupe Hand Soap Refill 2L
I love this natural liquid hand soap, great scent, not too bright, not too soft,...

Review | Cinnamon Sugar Doughnut Mix | Stonewall Kitchen
Hmmm, I really wanted to like these, as I’m a definite old fashioned doughnut fan…...

REVIEW | Gluten Free Pasta | PC Fusilli
PC Gluten Free Fusilli Pasta was pretty good. Cool spirally noodles. Don’t overcook and don’t...

Review: PC Gluten Free Chocolate Cake Mix
It was really good! Lets just jump out of the gate on this one. Not...

1 Pot 15 Minute Chicken Taco Soup – Tortilla Soup Recipe (or Beef or Turkey)
Yes you read right a 1 pot fun hearty soup dinner that’s ready in 15...

Two Bite Brownies Recipe
Two Bite Brownies Recipe Everything you want in a two bite, that crispy/chewy combo. 6...

Gluten Free Dairy Free Ginger Cookies
Our version made with gluten free flour similar to Starbuck’s chewy original non-gluten free big...

Fish Cakes with Cheese and Spelt Breadcrumbs
My mom makes this recipe for when she feels like something different than the usual...

Spelt Yorkshire Pudding Recipe
No sacrificing on the height of yorkshires with this recipe using spelt. This Yorkshire Pudding...

Fragrant Saffron Jewel Rice Fusion
This is a Canadian fusion variation on the traditional saffron jewel rice of the middle...

Review: Alice’s Village Cafe in Carp Ontario (near Ottawa)
Didn’t expect THIS in CARP! That’s what you’ll be saying once you survey this establishment....

Spelt Brownies Recipe
Original recipe from my mom’s (who’s now 80! at the time of this post) calls...

Honey Oatmeal Pecan Spelt Cookies
Working late this week, we needed a chewy pick-me-up… and since dad likes oatmeal cookies...

Chewy Chocolate Chip Spelt Cookies
I made these on Friday, and was going to take some to a function –...

Review: Canada Science and Technology Museum
After much optimism – it was an utter disappointment (especially after a 4 hour drive)....

Review: VH Orange Ginger Sauce (& Recipe)
Review: Review: VH Orange Ginger Sauce (stir fry sauce) 5 Minute Dinner – two pots,...

Julia Child Music Video
Check out her knife and rolling pin solos...

Pleasantly Surprised! Gogo Quinoa Red & White Macaroni (Gluten Free Noodles GF)
We tried these noodles because of the gluten free properties of quinoa and rice, even...

Quinoa Recipe Curry
We cook the quinoa in the rice cooker - just like you would rice Great as...

Spelt Bread Recipe for Bread Machine
In 2hrs 46min we get beautiful loaves that rise above the top of the pan!...

West Coast Style Salad with Goat Cheese and Chicken
Salad As a family favourite, we know when we say salad, this is what we mean....

Chocolate and Peanut Butter Bars Recipe
Super easy to make, no fussing, just throw a few ingredients in a pot, stir...

Review: Coffee Culture Tuscan Salad
Tuscan Salad at Coffee Culture YUM… on a bed of lovely mixed greens, craisins, tomatoes,...

Review | Swiss Chalet West Coast Salad
Review: Swiss Chalet West Coast Salad Was freakin awesome! At least mine was… Fresh mixed...

Gluten Free Pasta Reviews
Corn Pasta is an excellent direct pasta substitute that can be used for any recipe...

Roasted Cauliflower Recipe
I've always found roasted vegetables to have the most flavour. Here is an easy roasted...

Nachos Recipe | Easy Restaurant Quality
This is a super easy nachos recipe, with restaurant quality melted cheese stacked high, ground...

Mini Cheesecake Recipe | Easy and Very Elegant | Can Make Ahead
This super easy make ahead mini cheesecake recipe takes all the “fuddling” out of the...

Rice Pudding | Dairy Free, Gluten Free Desserts, Vegan Pudding
Old Fashioned Rice Pudding Recipe updated, made Dairy Free, Egg Free, Gluten Free without sacrificing...

Muppets Swedish Chef Does Music Video
- blue man group Swedish Chef Muppets style - this is brilliant, never gets...

Make Ahead Baked Pasta – Gluten Free, Wheat Free, Dairy Free, Egg Free
This is one of my spouse's favourite - he's a "selective" eater by nature, and...

Pear Crisp Recipe (gluten free option too)
We've all heard of apple crisp, but pear pie being my favourite of the pear...

Review: Van’s Gluten Free Waffles – Original (Wheat Free, Dairy Free, Egg Free)
We were pleasantly surprised at Van's gluten free waffles, and once we read the label,...

Zucchini Recipes – Zucchini Bread – Chocolate (like cake)
This is one of the firsts in the Zucchini Recipes line. I made this when...

Easy Cheesecake Recipe – Chocolate Chip with Rumball Crust
This super easy cheesecake recipe is a favourite of my sister's - and most requested...

Credit Card Calculator
Calculate how long it will take to pay off your credit card -or- Calculate what...

Budget Calculator – Easy
Budget Calculator - Easy just fill in weekly/monthly amounts and it calculates automatically for the...

Coconut Cream Pie Recipe – Easy
If you think of Gilligan's Island, and dessert, this is exactly what comes to mind. Somehow...

Teriyaki Beef with Roasted Vegetables Recipe
I created this recipe after loving the Beef in a Teriyaki Fajita but wasn't in...

Crabby Joe’s Review
Crabby Joe’s Review: It was decent, the ambiance was sports bar like but for $25...

Sweet Chili Recipe – Easy
Betcha didn’t know… interesting bit of trivia: Who invented the Sloppy Joe? Benjamin Franklin. Originally...

Curried Rice Recipe – Chicken Beef Shrimp or Veggie – Your Pick
I forgot how good and light this easy curried rice recipe was. I didn't have...

Farmhouse Apple Crisp Recipe
Here’s the apple crisp recipe I made at the farm, it’s a combo of mom’s...

Cool Veggie Appetizer Recipe – Bridal / Baby Shower / Parties
Hands down - gorgeous appetizer so incredibly simple - but looks like you've slaved all...

Review: Presidents Choice PC Baby Brussels Sprouts Frozen
I was pleasantly surprised by these Presidents Choice PC Small Sweet Peas. Needing a quick...

Curly Fry Recipe | How to Make Curly Fries
How to Make Curly Fries: I was being lazy one evening, and mostly busy,...

Easy Pot Pie Recipe with Beef or Chicken
Easy Pot Pie Recipe - Beef or Chicken This is a great way to use leftovers,...

Gr-Attiutude Adjuster – Nick’s Story
Gr'attitude Adjuster 🙂 How to be grateful and happy in life, here's an example...

Declutter Memorabilia and Stuff
One of the ways to get organized, be organized and declutter (clearing clutter) is to...

Review: Herbamare – Herbed Sea Salt Condiment
Herbamare SaltReview: Herbamare - Herbed Sea Salt Condiment Ever had a dinner entree that needed a...

7 Minute Dinner – Citrus Chicken & Rice Recipe
7 Minute Dinner Recipe - Citrus Chicken & Rice - Easy Lemon Chicken: No more...

Review: Kirkland Signature USDA Organic No-Salt Seasoning
I tried this on a whim, it was the organic label + no salt that...

Review: M019-3 Triple Citrus Press Pro Kitchen Gadget by Dalla Piazza bought at Stokes
This triple citrus press / juicer - does as it says it does, limes, lemons...

Fresh Broccoli Salad with Toasted Almond Slivers Recipe
Broccoli Salad with Bacon and Almond Slivers. This is a great salad recipe to get...

Easy Baked Pasta Dish Recipe
Easy Baked Pasta We made this one for a catered sit down dinner for 40 -...

No Pop Party Punch Recipe
Tired of the kids bouncing off the walls at family functions? This one's great...

Bread Machine Crescent Rolls Croissant Recipe
Ever wanted to make croissants, but thought they were too fussy? Well, now we've got...

Ground Beef Macaroni Soup Recipe – Homemade Pasta Stew
This macaroni soup recipe is more like a homemade pasta stew. Thick and comfort food-ey...

Fresh Apple Cake Recipe
This is a family heirloom recipe -- sounds simple, but is very much comfort food...

Did you know baking soda and baking powder can go flat?
Did you know baking soda and baking powder can go flat? Baking powder and baking...

Fruit Explosion Muffins Recipe
If you like Canadian's Tim Hortons, you will like our version of these: Fruit Explosion Muffins...

Chewy Chocolate Chip Butter Oatmeal Cookies Recipe
They're straight forward cookies to bake - the secret to the chewy but moist chocolate...

Rhubarb Crisp Recipe with Fresh Blueberries
About suppertime on my way to the compost bin, and mumbling under my breath, I...

Review: PC Organics Swiss Water Decaffeinated Coffee
If you like a mild smooth coffee, we found this to be one of...

Low Carb Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe – Wheat Free, No Flour
Low Carb Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe - Wheat Free, No Flour...

Coffee Quantity for a Crowd – for Percolator
So you're having a party? How much coffee quantity in a can to buy for...

Waffle Recipe – Fluffy and Light – can be frozen
Waffle Recipe-they really are super light, and can be frozen, thawed & put in the...

Easy Best Banana Bread Recipe
This easy banana bread is a family favourite, and so simple, and can easily be...

Ancient Grains Bread Machine Recipe -Spelt Kamut
This spelt bread machine recipe for us rises above the bread machine pan, and no...

Life Organization, Home Organization – Starts with a single step
Life is about flow, not perfection. Decluttering is an ongoing one, but is very do-able....

Yorkshire Pudding Recipe
This Yorkshire Pudding Recipe for roast beef is also great with roast chicken or turkey...

People Puppy Chow Easy Snack Recipe
People Puppy Chow - Easy Snack Recipe...

Hot Pizza Dip – Easy Appetizers Recipes
Easy Appetizers Recipes: Hot Pizza Dip 1 pkg 250g cream cheese 1 tsp Italian seasoning...

Easy Roasted Vegetables Recipe
Roasted vegetable recipes are so easy - especially for a crowd. Who wants to dirty...

Caramel Dip Recipe for Apple Slices
Caramel Dip Recipe for Apple Slices - I tried it at a party and was...

Peanut Butter Fudge (Fluff) Recipe
Peanut butter fudge, if you like sweets, then this is the recipe for you....

Fish Recipe ~ to convert non-fish eaters!
Those non-fish eaters will be converted! See notes section for details…baked fish recipe…...

Mackintosh Toffee Bars – They’re Back!
MacIntosh Toffee Bars have been discontinued, but lets start a campaign to bring them back!...

Gluten Free, Wheat Free, Dairy Free Chicken or Turkey Tetrizini Recipe
Chicken / Turkey Tetrizini Recipe: Gluten Free, Wheat Free, Dairy Free...

Wheat Free, Dairy Free, Low Carb Free Brownies Recipe that taste good!
Gluten Free, Wheat Free, Dairy Free, Low Carb Free Brownies that taste good!...

Stuffing, Dressing Recipe, Homemade Stove Top
This awesome old fashioned, yet easy dressing recipe is for both inside the bird and...

Wheat Free, Dairy Free Vegan- Oatmeal Date Bars Recipe (Squares)
Gluten Free, Wheat Free Oatmeal Date Bars Recipe (Squares), that taste like they came right...

Perfect Date Squares Recipe, Date Bar Recipe
I like this date bar recipe of my mom's better than the bakery's. I've tweaked...

Great Grandmas Molasses Crumples – Chewy Ginger Cookie Recipe
Molasses Ginger Cookie Recipe. Remarkably similar to Starbuck's big chewy moist Ginger Cookies with a...

Rustic Farmhouse Spelt Bread Recipe – Can use with bread machine
My sister lives on an organic farm, in which they grow spelt, this is her...

Homemade Bread and Butter Pickles Recipe
Bread & Butter Pickles Recipe (Absolutely Fabulous) these go well with any meat or...

Easy Homemade Vanilla Pudding Recipe – Banana Optional
This is great when just when you think you have "nothing in the house" and...

Homemade English Tea Biscuit Recipe
If you miss those old fashioned tea biscuits nicely puffed bits of warm fluffy delight...

Garlic Roasted Rosemary Potatoes Recipe
Ridiculously Simple, looks and tastes like you've slaved all day... Garlic Roasted Rosemary Potatoes Recipe ......

7 Minute Dinner – Rice, Chicken & Veggies Recipe
No more take-out with this recipe, it's done before you can pick up the phone...

Easy Beef Stew Crockpot Recipe Homemade
This is my own recipe for homemade crockpot beef stew - some days I'm very...

Homemade Salsa Recipe
How do I make salsa? If I gave away a jar to everyone who asked, I...

Easy Crunchy Dill Pickles Recipe
Crispy, a good robust dill flavour and some complimenting garlic, makes for a good dill...

Raspberry Freeze Frozen Dessert Recipe
A summer frozen dessert designed for company as it serves 15! Won't go back to...

Honey Butter Recipe
My dad's a beekeeper, we've made lots of honey recipes, here's one of them: Honey Butter...

How to Cook Asparagus – Recipe
How to cook asparagus? Here is an ultra easy way: Bake it! Easy Baked Asparagus Recipe: ingredients: asparagus...

No-Roll Easy Pastry (pat in) Pie Crust Recipe makes 1 shell
This is great for when you only need to do 1 pie, and don’t want...

Tasty Old Fashioned Oat and Honey Bran Muffins Recipe
Every time my mother would mention bran muffins, I'd roll my eyes... until one day...

Easy Summer Mango Spinach Salad with Toasted Pine Nuts
This one’s great for the family or for unexpected company …looks like you’ve slaved all...

Hot Broccoli Dip ~ Super Easy Appetizers
My sister has this requested at many events. It's restaurant quality. Hot Broccoli Dip ~ ...

The Best Hamburger Recipes from an organic farm
how do i keep hamburger patties from falling apart / how do you keep hamburger...

Mandarin Spinach Salad with Dried Cranberries and Poppyseed Dressing like Swiss Chalet
Mandarin Spinach Salad Recipe with Dried Cranberries and Poppyseed Dressing – remarkably similar to Swiss...

Teryiaki Chicken Chow Mein with Summer Veggies Recipe – Quick & Light
ohh man - I forgot how good this easy chicken stir fry was... haven't had...

Easy & Elegant Pomegranate Salad ~ The Perfect Light Summer Recipe
Pomegranate Salad Recipe with dressing, spinach, feta, pomegranates, pine nuts or Almonds... Here’s one that...

Phenominal Bean Salad Recipe – with Fresh Basil
Here's a phenomenal 3 Bean Salad Recipe I asked an almost complete stranger for it, as...

Cheese Burger Pasta Recipe – easy hamburger casseroles
My sister Evelyn gave me this recipe as one of her family's favourite. Easy with...

Seven Layer Taco Casserole Recipe
The perfect Friday night or midweek meal. I'm still amazed at how easy and flavourful...

Best Sloppy Joe Recipes
Betcha didn’t know… interesting bit of trivia: Who invented the Sloppy Joe? Benjamin Franklin. Originally...

Hash Brown Potato Casserole Recipe
These are great hash brown casserole recipes for the "what to make for dinner?" Question...

Doritos Taco Salad Recipe
Looking for a taco salad recipe with Doritos? A winner at summer picnics A quick...

Homemade Pound Cake Recipes
This is a very moist pound cake recipe. My mother, Edythe, has been making this...

Homemade Chicken Pot Pie Recipe with Biscuit Topping
This was one of my favourite dishes growing up. Definitely one of the top 10...

Pork Tenderloin Recipe – Roast Pork Loin Cooking Time
This is a wonderful lightly spiced yet almost sweet recipe my ex-sister in law Ellen...

Fake Shake’n Bake (clone) ~ baked chicken drumstick recipe
Coating for baked chicken drumstick recipe and simple boneless skinless chicken breast recipes: Great with fish!...
Easy Easy Chicken (Turkey) Tetrizini
If you like East Side Mario’s version, you’ll probably like this: Perfect recipe for any...

Quick Ham & Scalloped Potatoes Recipe
If you’re looking for recipes for fully cooked ham, here’s a great all time classic:...

Homemade Pumpkin Pie Recipe
This is my mom's Pumpkin Pie Filling recipe. She's used the same one for as long...

Happy Husband Meatloaf Recipe
If you like Boston Market Meatloaf or Cracker Barrel, here is a tasty basic meatloaf...

The Why of Food?
Food a lot of the times isn’t even about food, it’s about the family around...

Soft Morning Kisses {a nature abstract of life}
Soft Morning Kisses By Sylvia Fox Bevan What a beautiful thing it is to see...

Recipe for Salt Water Gargle Sore Tooth
recipe for salt water gargle – sore tooth This might seem like a funny recipe...

My Mom’s Roast Beef
My mom is the perfecter of roast beef. She can take any old tough, gnarly thing...

What is it really worth?
What is it really worth? By Sylvia Bevan Have you ever looked around you house...

Talking To Your Food
Some people talk to their plants. My spouse says I talk to the food, while...

Ravishing Raisin Cake Recipe
Mom says “she hasn’t met a man yet, who...