Recovering from an achy tummy? So are two thirds of us in the P, B & J household. While this soup won’t ward off gastro and other stomach ailments, it sure makes a comforting recovery food. Plus, if you’re on the mend too, you’ll actually have the energy to make it; this recipe is as […]
Loaves, like burgers, can be tricky when you’re vegetarian. Too often I end up with something that’s either dry and bready or moist and mushy. Neither are particularly appealing. Well this here recipe gets it right (phew!) and it’s packed full of flavour with a trio of fresh herbs. Serves a family of 4 Total […]
This pumpkin obsession knows no limits and there’s only one way out: by cooking through it. Here it is integrated into a household favorite – dahl. What makes this dish extra special (aside from the pumpkin, of course) is its unique blend of spices, taken from the kitchen of Juicy Lotus Cafe and the pages […]
I tried for a REALLY long time to like baba ghanoush. In theory it always sounded good: yummy roasted eggplant mashed with garlic and spices — what’s not to love? I’d dip and I’d dabble here and there but never bought into all the hoopla. Until last night! Here’s the recipe that has me (and […]
Shake off the cold with this heartwarming bowl o’ soup. Creamy white beans and a medley of oven roasted veggies make this dish oh-so-inviting while spinach and sweet basil add a touch of freshness. Yum! Makes 4 adult-sized portions Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided 1/2 a butternut squash, peeled, cored & diced […]
Omelettes and scrambled eggs are a weeknight go-to for many busy parents, ourselves included. But you can only eat so many eggs before you feel kinda egged out. Introducing the tofu scramble! A staple in many vegetarian and vegan households, it’s worth a shot if you’re tired of the same old. Plus it’s speedy quick […]
This cozy meal is perfect for cool fall days. Fresh carrots, parsnips and squash add a warm sweetness to the dish while heaps of cumin, coriander and smoked paprika keep things savory. It’s a new family favorite that I even served to a friend for lunch today. Proof that baby food doesn’t have to be […]
It’s Monday morning and you need to make breakfast, stat! Forget recipes, you need a parent hack. Serves 1 baby and 1 adult Ingredients 2 slices whole wheat bread all natural nut butter, to taste ( I used MaraNatha peanut butter) 1 ripe banana, mashed Preparation Pop the bread into the toaster Mash the […]
The fresh produce that I scored at last week’s farmer’s market was the inspiration for this tomato-based stew. We’re talking fresh turnips, sweet potatoes, broccoli and zucchini. I then raided the pantry and searched our refrigerator shelves to find the rest. And voila! a home-cooked meal that satisfied both Paige’s appetite and mine. Serves 2 […]
This is one of my all-time favorites. It’s super simple to throw together and boy is it ever versatile. It works on toast, in oatmeal, swirled into yogurt. Heck, it’s even enjoyed by the spoonful on it’s own. Ingredients 4 apples, peeled, cored and quartered 1 cup whole pitted prunes 1 generous teaspoon fresh grated […]
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