The rich flavour of a butter tart in this more mindful version of a traditionally Canadian dessert! These are great when baked in smaller tart shell pans. The ratio of crust-to-filling seems perfect.
Author: Deb
Delicious Drinking Chocolate
Needing a warm drink for a chilly day? This kinder, healthier version of your traditional hot chocolate will warm your heart! Santa approved!
Roasted Root Veggie Pasta with Hazelnuts
This colourful combination of earthy flavours makes a quick and easy meal on a chilly day! Toss chopped root veggies in a simple sauce and roast them to a sweet goodness. Combine with a flavourful pasta and toss on some hazelnuts! Dairy free and delicious!
Herby Layered Potatoes
Layers of sweet potato and white potato cook together with some sauteed onions, garlic, and herbs. This simple and tasty combination makes a great side dish!
Almond Ricotta
Bright with fresh garlic and lemon juice, this delicious blend of flavours and textures make a wonderful dairy-free alternative and is perfect in any lasagna, and especially excellent in stuffed pasta shells or this White Winter Lasagna!
Peanutty Doodles
These tasty cookies, a crossover between a family favourite snickerdoodle and the well-loved peanut butter cookie, are crispy on the outside but chewy and nutty on the inside. You can keep the dough handy in the fridge for super-quick cookie creation any time!
Vegan Pecan Sticky Buns
When it’s too wet or cold to be outdoors, it’s a perfect time to make these amazing cinnamon buns! These delicious, tender buns are rich with sweet, sticky pecans and plump raisins.
Mindful Munchies
A table full of delicious treats and all of them vegan! There are so many ways to embrace the joys of holiday appetizers! The traditional trays of processed meats and cheeses can be left in the past as we move to kinder, healthier options. Creating new ways to prepare favourite […]
Roasted Red Pepper and Walnut Spread
This rich combination of lightly roasted walnuts and well-roasted red peppers is based on a traditional Syrian recipe. Enjoy this unique, bold flavour!
A Mindful Munchy Mix
This crunchy snack mix always tastes like the holidays! This simple, savoury, salty mix of crispy whole grain cereal, pretzels, and nuts, all roasted up together, makes a delicious and nutritious addition to any winter gathering!
Purple Potato Puffs
Fill some crispy phyllo shells with this simply delicious potato filling, sprinkle with a little cheezy Cashew Crumble, pop them in the oven for a few minutes and share! The easy, familiar filling and crispy shells can be made ahead separately, ready to go when you need them! Find the […]
Grilled Asparagus with Roasted Almonds
If you are looking for a simple but elegant side dish, this one is wonderful! Just grill up some fresh asparagus, toss on some roasted sliced almonds, season to taste and serve!