This vegan, gluten free Quinoa Bars recipe is rich in protein and healthy fats. They’re easy to make and a delicious, wholesome snack!
The last couple of weeks the weather here has been beautiful. My mom just arrived here for a visit a couple of days ago. I’ve been busy making plans with her for all the things we want to do while she is here. We also ended up making a list of all the things she wants me to cook for her.
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]]>This vegan coconut mango oatmeal will transport you to a tropical paradise! This creamy oatmeal is a filling, healthy and incredibly delicious breakfast.
I’m a huge mango fan and every year I make a list in advance of all the things I plan to make with mangoes when the season comes. When I was a kid I used to eagerly wait for summer vacations in school because that’s when mangoes typically were in season.
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]]>This easy edamame and watercress tartine recipe is spring on a plate. It is a fresh, light brunch option that looks elegant and is so healthy!
Do you ever get that feeling that your body is screaming for something green? I’ve read somewhere that if we pay attention we can tell what our body really wants. Lately I can’t seem to get enough of green vegetables. I’ve been drinking green smoothies, eating plenty of salads and basically putting greens wherever and whenever I can.
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]]>Easy, quick healthy breakfast tacos with a smoky, spicy charred tomato salsa that packs a punch when it comes to flavor!
We’re well into March and while most of the world is talking about spring it looks like the Vancouver area wants to firmly remain in winter mode. This has probably been the worst winter here since I moved here. It snowed on and off throughout the winter months and still continues to snow.
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]]>Chewy, no bake, healthy homemade granola bars that are easy to make and a great way to keep those pesky hunger pangs at bay!
We’ve never been into granola bars at our home. We never used to buy them or eat them because we just always had something else to eat. A couple of weeks ago though I found out that my husband was sneakily buying granola bars at work when he was super hungry and he had forgotten to pack homemade snacks!
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]]>Festive Eggnog French Toast topped with a silky smooth, indulgent Bourbon Sauce. The perfect, easy treat to make Christmas breakfast special for the family!
All through the month of December I always crave for sweet treats. As the beautiful lights and Christmas decorations go up everywhere I’m instantly in the mood for cozy evenings at home, indulging in cookies, cakes and warm puddings.
In the back of my mind I know I’m going to regret it once the New Year sets in but for now, I don’t really care!
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]]>There’s nothing better than freshly baked bagels and coffee for breakfast. Except homemade bagels. Except homemade “whole wheat” bagels! I know it seems like homemade bagels are a lot of work and very hard to accomplish but I can tell you they’re not.
New York style bagels are chewy, doughy and soft with a thick and shiny exterior. They are boiled before baking, giving them the texture and the exterior they are so well known for.
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]]>Peaches are in season and I couldn’t be more excited! Whenever we have rushed mornings at home we opt for smoothie bowls for breakfast. They’re so quick to put together, versatile and delicious. With the abundance of fruits now available, it is even more fun to put together different smoothie recipes and enjoy them at any time of the day.
This particular smoothie is lusciously thick with a velvety feel and a very vibrant, summery taste that makes it refreshing for the warm weather.
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