Ranch Dip

How can you move towards feeling your absolute BEST? hmmm numerous possible answers really. Ok let’s start with eating vegetables, meal planning, cooking at home and sharing with loved ones.  Movement towards feeling better and perhaps a step towards feeling your Best.  My Uncle’s  doctor  would say “motion is the lotion” pretty much every time…

Shucking Corn!! How to Freeze Fresh Corn

Method: “Shuck” the corn on the cob and remove the fine silky strands. Shucking the corn means removing the outer leaves. If the stem is long you can break it off or cut it off with a knife. Boil water in the biggest pot you own. You can lightly salt the water if you like….

Vegan Black Bean Patties

Ingredients: 4 cups drained canned black beans 8 green onions finely chopped 2 limes, zest and juice 2 teaspoons garlic powder 1 teaspoon blackening spice 1 teaspoon Chipotle chili pepper powder 1/2 cup dried bread crumbs 1/2 cup parsley, finely chopped 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes 4 Tablespoons olive…

Tomato crostini nibblies.

Urban Dictionary’s top definition of “nibblies” is as follows: “A selection of finger snacks, such as canapés, cheese and biscuits, fruit, olives, pate, salami and the like (or often much grander these days), served with drinks or in lieu of a meal. In Australia it’s often used to describe typical party food.” Ingredients: 3 diced…

Nanaimo Bars

Ingredients: Bottom layer: 1/2 cup unsalted butter 1/4 cup sugar 5 Tablespoons cocoa powder 1/8 teaspoon salt 1 egg 1 3/4 cups graham cracker crumbs 1/2 cup almonds finely chopped 1 cup shredded coconut Middle layer: 1/2 cup unsalted butter 3 Tablespoons cream 2 Tablespoons Bird’s custard powder 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar Top layer:…

Cranberry Sauce

Tart and sweet cranberry sauce is delicious served with poultry or tofurkey. Leftover sauce can be used in sandwiches and baking. This recipe makes 2 wonderful jars. We typically eat one jar and give the other to friends. Ingredients: 3 cups fresh or frozen cranberries 1 cup water 1 cup sugar Method : In a…

Pumpkin Pecan Muffins

Ingredients: 2 3/4 cups flour 1 Tablespoon baking powder 1 teaspoon soda 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon nutmeg 1 teaspoon ginger 1 cup pecan pieces 2 eggs 2 cups pumpkin puree 1 cup greek yoghurt 1/4 cup molasses 3/4 cup brown sugar Method: Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Combine the first 7 ingredients in a…