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This vegan parsley walnut pesto pasta is simple to make and full or super fresh flavours. Parsley, spinach and walnuts add an earthy depth of flavour and loads of nutrition. You can double the recipe and freeze half for garden fresh flavour all winter. Autumn has arrived and it with, cooler weather, warm sweaters and cozy meals. In the garden, several plants are ...
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Gluten-free Maple Almond Cookies [Vegan]
Being an avid gardener, it pretty much goes without saying that I have a deep love for organic foods. Choosing to support companies that make the extra effort to help preserve the health of our food system in Canada is important to me and my family. As such, I do my best to source quality organic foods from local growers and reputable Canadian companies whenever possible. Not everything I buy is ...
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Green Goddess Sandwich w Creamy Herb ‘Mayo’
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Sweet Potato Soup with Red Lentils & Hemp Seed
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