This noteworthy double chocolate beetroot cake is beyond good; it's sure to surprise unsuspecting palates. Beets are naturally sweet, and despite their distinctive flavour, they pair really well with chocolate...so well that they're practically undetectable in this recipe. Not only are beets full of fiber and other healthful nutrients, they can be surprisingly decadent. Topped with ...
Winter
Cranberry Persimmon Crisp
This week, I shared another simple and easy recipe over at BAKED the blog. With Old man winter a constant by our side these days, I wanted to highlight some of the "it" fruits this season...cranberries and persimmons! Have you ever had a persimmon? Don’t let their tomato-like appearance and texture turn you away, they’re a lovely sweet seasonal fruit. For this recipe, I’ve turned ripe Hachiya ...
Winter Vegetable Soup with Chickpeas & Wild Rice
Wild rice and chickpeas add a healthy dose of protein to this simple and satisfying winter vegetable soup. Moreover, parsnips and celery seed create a subtle earthy sweetness to the broth which makes this recipe unique. Top with loads of fresh parsley and a serve with a good slice of rye bread for a comforting (and hearty) meal on any winter's day. It's no question ...
Chocolate Dipped Olive Oil Biscotti
These chocolate dipped olive oil biscotti are a healthier variation of this traditional Italian cookie (what could be more Italian than olive oil). These Biscotti are high in fiber, contain omega three, and are made from a base of sprouted spelt flour. A hint of olive oil pairs lovingly with dark chocolate and the nutty flavor of spelt... an all around delicious adaptation of this well-loved ...
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Edible Vegan Gingerbread Cookie Ornaments
Gingerbread has a special place in my heart...perhaps it's the German in me, or the fact that I never really had the western variety growing up. Lebkuchen, or German gingerbread, was found aplenty in or home during the holidays, and while it's delicious on it's own, I prefer North American gingerbread any day. Today on BAKED the Blog, I'm sharing with you my recipe for vegan gingerbread cookies ...
Sweet Potato Soup with Red Lentils & Hemp Seed
Most of you can feel Spring in the air...the Daffodils and Tulips have just popped and are ripe for the picking (for the local deer, that is), and we're feverishly planning out this year's plantings. We can officially say Winter is over. And as much I love the cooler months, I am ready to welcome the sunshine, fresh garden fruits and vegetables, and time on the open water with my family. BUT, ...