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Honey Bran Muffins

Definitely a family favourite. Found on a tattered little piece of paper in Mom’s recipe box. Liquefying my honey to make them tonight. 1 c. buttermilk (or 1c. milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar) 1 egg 1/3 c. vegetable oil 1/4 c. liquid honey 1 1/2 c. 100% bran cereal 1 1/2 c….

Imam Bayildi (eggplants stuffed with peppers, tomatoes, and onions)

Stacey made this for me when I was visiting her in South Africa last June. Immediate favourite of mine, long standing favourite of her and Joel! Enjoy! Adapted from Middle Eastern Cookery by Arto der Haroutunian Ingredients: 4 medium eggplants 6T olive oil 2 onions thinly sliced 2 green peppers, seeded and thinly sliced 2…

Nanaimo bars

Nanaimo bars originated in Canada. This recipe was provided courtesy of May Luther. Bottom layer ingredients: ½ cup butter or margarine ¼ cup sugar 5 Tbsp cocoa 1 egg, beaten 1 ¾ cups Graham cracker crumbs ¾ cup fine or medium shredded coconut ½ cup walnuts, finely chopped Bottom layer method: Melt butter, sugar and…

Spicy Italian Strata

Inspired by a strata that I saw on ABC’s The Chew, I came up with this healthier version. Ingredients: 4 hot Italian turkey sausages, prebaked and sliced ¾ cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed & drained 1 tsp sunflower oil 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes salt & pepper, dash of each 1 yellow bell pepper,…

Cheddar Muffins

I remember my sisters and me making these for dinner when we were kids. This is an old Reader’s Digest Recipe – we can only really take credit for finding and trying it. Definitely a favourite & just as yummy as I remember! Ingredients: 2 cups all purpose flour ½ cup sugar 1 tsp baking…

Yogurt Banana Muffins

I experimented tonight and came up with this little tasty guilt-free treat! Ingredients: 3 ripe bananas, mashed 2 lg eggs 1/4 cup apple sauce (unsweetened) 1/4 cup miracle whip (fat free) 1/2 cup fat free plain Liberte Greek yogurt 2 tsp pure vanilla extract 1 ½ cups Nutri flour (Robin Hood) 3/4 cup white sugar…

Spinach & Parmesan Stuffed Peppers

Ingredients: 1 10z pkg frozen, chopped spinach 6 bell peppers, sliced lengthwise 4 eggs 1 c. sour cream, fat free 1/2 c. Parmesan cheese 1/3 c. crushed rye crackers (or any sort of bread crumbs) 2 tsp. oregano (or to taste) Salt & Pepper Olive oil Method: Cook the spinach in the microwave from frozen…

Sinfully Delicious White Chocolate Cream Cheese Icing

Ingredients: 6oz white chocolate, chopped 8oz cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup softened butter 3.5 cups sifted icing sugar 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract Method: 1. Melt choc in double boiler until *just* smooth. Cool to room temp. 2. In separate bowl combine butter and cream cheese until blended. Add chocolate. 3. Gradually add sugar. Beat…

Creamy Smoked Salmon Pasta

This is my Dad’s recipe, I can’t take the credit. Its a simple and delicious meal that is very healthy and quick enough for a weeknight. Ingredients: 2 large onions, sliced very thin 2 tbsp olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 cups fresh spinach 2 cups sour cream (we use fat free) 2 tbsp…

Tandoori Salmon Patties

This is an adapted recipe from Canadian Living. It’s quick and easy, and can be served on a bun or by itself. Ingredients: 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro 1/2 an onion, minced 1 cup crushed whole wheat soda crackers 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated 5 tbsp tandoori sauce 2 eggs 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper 2 cans wild…

Crustless Salmon & Spinach Quiche

Ingredients: 1 can red salmon 10 eggs 2/3 cup milk 2 cups packed fresh spinach, chopped 8 large mushrooms, finely chopped 1/2 onion, finely chopped Method: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Sauteed the onion using cooking spray. Combine all ingredients in a oven safe dish except the eggs and milk. Beat eggs and milk together…

Pão de Queijo (Brazilian cheese puffs)

Another great recipe by Stacey. Simple & delicious! Ingredients: 250g tapioca starch (aka tapioca flour) 50ml sunflower or vegetable oil 150ml milk 2 eggs 250g parmesan cheese (or similar hard cheese) Method: 1. Bring oil and milk to a boil and remove from heat. 2. Add the starch to a large bowl and mix in…