Heart Healthy (and Heart Warming!) Lentil Soup
February 14, 2018
By Anna Varriano
Lentils are a tiny but mighty member of the legume family. Their high fibre content helps to keep cholesterol and blood sugar levels in check. They are also an excellent source of folate and magnesium – two minerals associated with cardiovascular healt …
Continue reading RecipesLeek and Cauliflower Soup
November 4, 2017
By Anna Varriano
I love making soup at this time of year, especially with fresh, local veggies, like cauliflower and leeks. In addition to making a delicious soup, leeks and cauliflower are packed with health-boosting nutrients, many of which have been shown to protect …
Continue reading RecipesDelicious (Gluten-Free) Buckwheat Pancakes
October 19, 2017
By Anna Varriano
These buckwheat pancakes are yum yum yummy and so easy to make! This recipe is my favourite pancake recipe and I consider it a bonus that these pancakes are gluten-free/wheat-free. Did you know that buckwheat is not a type of wheat or even a type of ce …
Continue reading RecipesDelicious Stuffed Zucchini
September 14, 2017
By Anna Varriano
With all the rain this summer, my veggie garden was hit and miss. I usually have zucchini coming out of my ears at this time of year. While this wasn’t the case this season, I did get enough to make stuffed zucchini a few times. You can use whatever ve …
Continue reading RecipesFresh Herb & Garlic Topped Grilled Tomatoes
August 17, 2017
By Anna Varriano
These grilled tomatoes were a regular side-dish to my family’s BBQ meals for as long as I can remember. You can make them any time of year, but I especially love making them in late summer/early fall when the tomatoes, garlic, and herbs are fresh out o …
Continue reading RecipesPower-Packed Cookies
July 11, 2017
By Anna Varriano
These grain-less cookies are loaded with nutrient-dense ingredients. They are easy to make and freeze beautifully. This recipe makes about 3 dozen cookies. Feel free to change things up, for instance, you can swap out the walnuts for pecans or slivere …
Continue reading RecipesChickpea and Artichoke Heart Salad
June 8, 2017
By Anna Varriano
I’ve been making this salad for years. It is so easy and really delicious. It’s a great side dish to poultry or fish mains (especially if they have a Mediterranean theme), and a perfect dish to bring to a picnic, potluck, or BBQ. You can make it more s …
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