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Slow Cooker Potato and Ham Soup

Recipe This soup is hearty and delicious and a perfect comfort meal as the weather turns colder. I made it the other day for supper; preparing it in the morning before I went to work. A quick mash of the … Continue reading

This week’s tip is one that is near and dear to my heart: Donate & buy second hand clothing!

Welcome to Local Hippie’s weekly tip for living a greener life! Each week we will provide you with a quick tip to help you reduce your carbon footprint and change the world. This week’s tip is one that is near … Continue reading

Mummy Dogs

Recipe This is the Halloween version of “Pigs In A Blanket” which is always a crowd favourite. I made these one year for a Halloween party that my kids were hosting, and they were disappearing before I could line them … Continue reading

Shrimp, Celery and White Bean Salad

Recipe During the summer I was given this recipe by one of our readers, who is also a friend of the family. She told me it’s delicious and would be a great recipe for my column. It’s a wonderful combination … Continue reading

Harvest Chicken Casserole

Recipe This recipe contains some fall favourites. It makes a large casserole for a group. It’s also a perfect and healthy dish to prep for weekday lunches. Feel free to season it to your taste. Harvest Chicken Casserole • 2 … Continue reading

Crunchy No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

Recipe Do you need to make a quick dessert for something and don’t have a lot of time or maybe you are just craving something sweet? Then you will like this recipe. It’s super quick to make, easy, and delicious; … Continue reading

Crockpot Butternut Squash Soup

Recipe This is Autumn comfort in a bowl. It’s not only creamy and delicious, it’s also nutritious. One bowl of soup contains a healthy dose of fibre, Vitamin C, and has antioxidant and anti inflammatory effects. I made it the … Continue reading

Hasselback Baked Potatoes

Recipe This is a simple but delicious recipe that I found in an old cookbook years ago. They can be served with any type of meat, and everyone enjoys them. Just be sure not to cut the potatoes all the … Continue reading

Peach Cobbler Muffins

Recipe These Peach Cobbler Muffins are the perfect sweet snack and nice to make when Ontario peaches are in season but can also be made with canned peaches. This is such an easy recipe that tastes just like Grandma’s peach … Continue reading

Morning Glory Zucchini Loaf

Recipe I was excited when I found this recipe because Morning Glory Muffins are my favourite muffin AND like most people at the end of summer, I have zucchini that I need to do something with. The crushed pineapple makes … Continue reading