Halloween is around the corner so let’s talk candy! I’m a fan. I’m pro candy y’all! Not all candy is created equal though. There are multiple reasons someone may go looking for alternative options. Allergies, intolerances, veganism, vegetarianism, better ingredients, eco-friendly packaging, or even boycotting the shady business practices of some of the biggest companies…
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For this weeks Top 5 I wanted to share with you some of my favourite food shows and documentaries on Netflix Canada right now. I love learning about nutrition, the history of food, and trying different recipes. I’m also interested in where the items we buy come from because I try to be a conscientious…
Read MoreYields 1 dozen regular size, plus a dozen toddler size! What you need: 2c. Oats 1c. Whole wheat flour 4tsp. Baking Powder 4tbsp. Bran Flakes 2tbsp. Sesame Seeds 2tbsp. Unsweetened Shredded Coconut 1/4c. Chopped Dark Chocolate Chips 1/4c. Chopped Dried Cranberries 2tbsp. Agave Nectar Juice from half a Lemon 1c. Vanilla Almond Milk *2tbsp. oil…
Read MoreHappy St. Patrick’s Day everyone! That being said, we are not Irish. I can’t really justify celebrating all things Irish, when we are not. It seems odd to me. I realize that in Ireland, they celebrate St. Patrick and his good deeds. They celebrate by going to mass though, not getting blind-drunk on green whiskey!…
Read MoreThe Brats and I tested out a new recipe this week. Raw Trail Mix Bars from The Sweet Life blog. I actually made it once, on my own and then tweaked it to suit our tastes. The first time they were too crumbly because I left out the walnuts (yuck), but didn’t replace them with anything…
Read More1 tbsp chia seeds 1 tbsp flax seeds a few sprigs (chopped) parsley 1 c (chopped) spinach 1/2c strawberries 1 banana 1 c almond milk *the fruit is interchangeable. Choose whichever ones you like:) 1. Blend like a champ! 2. Fight your toddler for a sip;) I like to pair it with a rice cake…
Read MorePeanut butter is one of my favourite kitchen staples. Any nut butters really, although I haven’t done much experimenting with the others. Nuts are packed with healthy, brain developing fats, and protein, and iron (among other amaze vitamins/nutrients). As we are raising a couple of VegHeads, I look for ways to include them often. This…
Read More1 c. chopped, small, potatoes (I left the skin on) 3/4-1 c. lentils 1 peeled/cubed apple 2 chopped carrots 1 small chopped onion 2 tsp olive oil 2-4 c, apple broth (or vegetable broth, but it won’t be as sweet) cinnamon curry powder sea salt/pepper to taste dumplings (flour, water or milk, salt) Cook the…
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