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pumpkin pie squares, vegan and gluten free

Vegan Pumpkin Pie Squares – Gluten Free

When the moon hits your eye like a big pumpkin pie These pumpkin pie squares are all the love of pumpkin pie but vegan and gluten free. Don’t fear, you will gobble this up in its bite size squares without even realizing you missed out on the extra sugar, dairy and eggs. This recipe is… Continue Reading Vegan Pumpkin Pie Squares – Gluten Free

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Pumpkin Corn Bread - Gluten Free

Autumn Pumpkin Corn Bread – Gluten and Dairy Free

Pumpkin spice makes every thing nice! Sweet, savory and full of winter squash nutrients, this gluten free corn bread is a treat straight out of the oven and served up with soups, stews and chillies that make their way to the table in the cooler season. A fun twist on a traditional corn bread, this… Continue Reading Autumn Pumpkin Corn Bread – Gluten and Dairy Free

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Chunky Avacado and Pear Salsa

Chunky Pear and Avocado Salsa

This pair make a smashing combo! If you love avocado you know that it pairs with almost anything! Rich in healthy fats and high in anti-oxidants, adding avocado to your diet is a great way to up your nutrition and curb food cravings. I whipped up this salsa for an autumn combo for family taco… Continue Reading Chunky Pear and Avocado Salsa

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Creamy Butternut Squash Soup with Fresh Turmeric and Ginger

Creamy Butternut Squash Soup with Fresh Turmeric and Ginger

What’s autumn without butternut squash soup? Warm up your autumn nights with this mildly spiced butternut squash soup. Creamy and comforting, this soup is anti-inflammatory and rich in anti-oxidants for a power house of nutrition and is simple to make with only a few ingredients. Great for lunch left-overs and freezes well. Ingredients: Directions: *Note:… Continue Reading Creamy Butternut Squash Soup with Fresh Turmeric and Ginger

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Baked Breaded Zucchini Sticks with Almond Flour

Baked Breaded Zucchini StickS With Almond Flour

What to do with all those zukes! If you are a beginner gardener, growing zucchini makes you feel like a pro! I remember asking my husband if he had picked the zucchini from the garden and he replied “it wasn’t very big yet” to which I replied, “if you don’t keep and eye on it,… Continue Reading Baked Breaded Zucchini StickS With Almond Flour

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Hot pepper peach spread on a cracker with creamcheese

Hot Pepper Peach Spread

Sweet and spicy goes very nicely! This simple to make spread is a delicious topping on crackers and cream cheese (try this Cultured Cashew Spread for a delicious vegan cream-cheese) or use as a condiment on samosas, fritters or in tacos. Fresh peaches and jalapeños are in abundance in the late summer and this is… Continue Reading Hot Pepper Peach Spread

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Blueberry Peach Crisp in 9x9 baking pan

Blueberry Peach Crisp – Vegan and Gluten Free 

“Millions of peaches, peaches for me!” – From The Presidents of the United States of America Out of all the stone fruits, peaches are my absolute favourite! Smoothies, salsa’s, jams, crisps, fresh cut in yogurt, fruit salad and topping oatmeal, I put  peaches in everything when they are in season! This crisp has been this… Continue Reading Blueberry Peach Crisp – Vegan and Gluten Free 

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Bocconcini, Tomato, Basil Salad with Balsamic Reduction Dressing

Nothing says Italy like the red, green and white of a Caprese Salad! This modern version of the Caprese salad of Italy is sure to be a win on your dinner table this summer. Fresh tomatoes and bright flavoured basil mixed with a mild soft mozzarella cheese and lifted with a balsamic reduction dressing makes… Continue Reading Bocconcini, Tomato, Basil Salad with Balsamic Reduction Dressing

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Bowl of noodles topped with crispy baked tofu

Build your own Noodle Bowls – Asian Inspired

It’s all about the sauce! I love this recipe because it is quick and simple and you can even prep most of it ahead of time. It is so versatile and you can mix and match your seasonal vegetables, your protein and your sauce. It is a great dish for family meals as you can… Continue Reading Build your own Noodle Bowls – Asian Inspired

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Green Beans with Curried Yogurt Sauce

Green Beans and Roasted Cauliflower with Curried Yogurt Sauce

Hot or cold, these beans are gold! Looking for a new way to prepare green beans? Dish this up as a warm side or make ahead and chill in the fridge for a summer salad, either way this side tastes great! A tangy yogurt sauce mixed with mild curry spices rounds this pro-biotic rich, high… Continue Reading Green Beans and Roasted Cauliflower with Curried Yogurt Sauce

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