Recipes

Jalapeno Poppers

Jalapeno Poppers

Spicy.  Cheesy.  Crispy. These vegan, gluten-free jalapeno poppers are dad-approved and so addictive it'll be hard to not over-eat when they're all fresh and hot - we made a batch of 19 of these suckers the second time I tested the recipe, and we ate the whole batch. ...

Ginger Peach Chardonnay Jelly

Ginger Peach Chardonnay Jelly

One of the best ways to preserve the mind-blowing decadence of late-summer peaches in Ontario. I've got the jelly pictured here with vegan yogurt, toasted oats and almonds, and this yummy cereal, for a crunchy & light snack.  Check out other serving suggestions...

Banana Spice Muffins

Banana Spice Muffins

I can't even describe the perfection of these muffins - you've got to try them! Fluffy, moist, and perfectly sweet... the clove shines through so beautifully. I highly recommend the mini muffins over doing full-sized muffins:  gluten-free baking responds much more...

Tofu Mayo vs. Oil-based Mayo

Tofu Mayo vs. Oil-based Mayo

I thought I'd hit the culinary goldmine when my first attempt at a home-made vegan oil-based mayonnaise was a huge success.   But there were a few issues with it... I didn't like that sometimes the oil emulsified well into a thick and creamy mayo - and sometimes it...

Lemon & Raspberry Pie

Lemon & Raspberry Pie

Lemon pie has long been a favourite dessert that my dad and I like to share together – it’s one of both of our favourites.  Here’s an updated, extra delicious version of my time-tested vegan, gluten-free recipe! Warning:  you will never have leftovers of this...

Blueberry & Lavender Ice Cream

Blueberry & Lavender Ice Cream

Oh wow this blueberry lavender ice cream is a winner - and what a way to take advantage of summertime berry availability!  Can you tell blueberries have been a source of inspiration this summer? The floral aroma of the lavender is so calming for the body and mind, and...

Blueberries & Cream No-Bake Tart

Blueberries & Cream No-Bake Tart

I love when you stumble across something wildly delicious after making last-minute changes to a recipe idea in the face of ingredient issues… that was the case with this tart! This no-bake tart is so creamy & fruity, and makes 16 nutrient-dense servings.  It's one...