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Fruit Salad with Orange Poppy Seed Syrup

Recipe This fruit salad is perfect for parties. It’s easy to make, refreshing, and everyone will appreciate a healthy option at the dessert table. The orange-lemon syrup is sweetened with honey and glazes the fruit to keep it looking and … Continue reading

Italian Roasted Garlic & Parmesan Potatoes

Recipe I’m keeping it simple this week with roasted potatoes smothered in olive oil, garlic, Italian seasonings and parmesan cheese. Usually when you think of roasted potatoes you think of them crispy and brown all over. This recipe is a … Continue reading

BRUSCHETTA PASTA SALAD

Recipe This salad is fresh, simple, delicious and perfect for summer. I have put it in my column before but I’m repeating it because it’s one of my favourites to make when the weather is hot, and I always get … Continue reading

BANANA CREAM DELIGHT

Recipe This is the banana version of the two classic recipes, “sex in a pan” and “lemon delight”. I have a family of banana lovers, and I’m thinking this is a good recipe to make for upcoming Father’s Day dinner. … Continue reading

Pasta Salad Vinaigrette

Recipe I wanted to make a “healthier’ than the classic, creamy, pasta salad for supper, and have leftovers in the fridge for my daughter’s lunch. I did some searching and came across this recipe. I used whole wheat pasta because … Continue reading

Greek Quinoa Salad

Recipe This is my new favourite salad and I make it at least once a week. It’s simple to make ahead, and keep in the fridge for lunches and as a side dish for dinner. It’s also easy to transport … Continue reading

Rhubarb Sour Cream Muffins

Recipe My rhubarb is up and ready to use, is yours? I have 4 large patches and these muffins are a great way to use some of those first tender stalks. I’ve been reading various baking tips and tricks recently, … Continue reading

Cranberry Avocado Spinach Salad with Chicken and Orange Poppy Seed Dressing

Recipe I have made this salad for supper several times now, and the flavours blend together deliciously. Cranberries and oranges were made to go together, and when you add in the creamy avocados, salty feta cheese and crunchy toasted almonds … Continue reading

Oven Baked Chicken Fajitas

Recipe I made this for supper the other night and it doesn’t get any easier than this. Cut up your chicken and veggies, stir in the rest of the ingredients, and pop it into the oven. A one dish dinner … Continue reading

Baked Ziti

Recipe It’s always nice to dive into a dish that’s loaded with irresistible, melted, gooey cheese and this casserole fits the bill. Baked ziti is a lot like lasagna, but it’s quicker to make with fewer layers to fuss over, … Continue reading