By Kristy Ware | Blog , Recipe
In my world, carbohydrates are non-negotiable. Without carbs in my diet I would literally be dragging myself around, suffering from constipation and omitting a ton of nutritious foods from my life. Truth be told, too much or too little of anything is not good for us, carbohydrates included. Carbs have gotten such a bad rep […]
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By Kristy Ware | Blog , Health , Recipe
No matter which culture or what holiday, celebrations with family and friends almost always revolve around FOOD! Here’s two of my favourite recipes that are delicious, nutritious, and vegetarian. Best Baked Sweet Potatoes Super simple, and naturally sweet. READY IN: About 1 hour. SERVES: Cook 1 potato per guest INSTRUCTIONS: Preheat oven to 425º. […]
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By Kristy Ware | Blog , Recipe
Summer time hits and standing in the kitchen cooking super involved meals is no fun. I would much prefer to make a quick delicious option and get outside for some evening fun. Eating vegetarian meals at least 3 nights a week is good for the planet, the pocket book and your health. This meal has been […]
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By Kristy Ware | Recipe
As December approaches my family demands (very nicely of course!) that I make my famous ‘nuts & bolts’. It’s the only time of year I make them and boy are they well loved! The best part is that they’re great for personal snacking and for putting into jars, adding a ribbon, and giving away as gifts.Like […]
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By Kristy Ware | Recipe
If you like quinoa you are in for a real treat! This simple and delicious salad is a meal in and of itself but also works well as a side dish to a greens salad or chicken. Ingredients: 1 red onion diced 1 red pepper diced 3 large chard leaves shredded 1 cup cooked […]
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By Kristy Ware | Blog , Recipe
I have been making this amazingly easy energy bar recipe for a few years now and my family loves them! I had to share because if your household is anything like ours, having quick, nutritious and nutrient dense snacks on hand is a must. The bonus here is that they are gluten and dairy-free, raw […]
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By Kristy Ware | Blog , Recipe
Make delicious Sunflower Burgers – If you and your family like sunflower seeds you will love this easy and delicious recipe. Sunflower seeds are a great source of vitamin E, selenium, copper and B1. We thoroughly enjoy these vegetarian burgers over a bed of greens with sliced avocado, onion and tomato. Add a side of homemade […]
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By Kristy Ware | Recipe
One of things we enjoy most about summer is the wide variety of salads in our weekly meal plan. We make potato, macaroni, wild rice and quinoa salad as well as green salad variations almost daily using fresh herbs and homemade dressing. We thought you might like to try one of our favourites! It makes […]
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