fudge protein balls

fudge protein balls

A few weeks ago I spent a weekend at Camp Blogaway, a self proclaimed “bootcamp for food and bloggers”. We had a host of great sponsors, including Canadian Lentils. I have to admit, I can’t even remember the last time I cooked lentils. But when chef...
a more laid back pesto

a more laid back pesto

I’ve been giving more thought to the saying “waste not, want not” these days although perhaps not in the manner in which it is intended. The pondering is not driven by a monetary factor (although it never hurts to save a dime) but is more about the...
proving once again that everything is better with bacon

proving once again that everything is better with bacon

I like snacks. They are like fun little presents between meals. Something to brighten up the afternoon doldrums. A mini vacation for both my taste buds and my tummy. But let’s face it – a lot of snacks, at least the favorites like chips or ice cream or candy...
supergrain. super tasty.

supergrain. super tasty.

You can’t swing a magazine that includes recipes these days without hitting an article about quinoa  (pronounced KEEN-wah). Bon Appétit had an article on grains in their June edition as did Fine Cooking. And certainly for good reason. Don’t let the tiny...