Irene Shaver

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• Sweet Potato Pie (Dairy, Gluten/Grain and Refined Sugar Free)

  

  What to do with leftover sweet potato? I picked up a few very large sweet potatoes from my local produce farmer. As usual, I overestimated how much food we... Read more

  Posted on 14 May 2013 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Chocolate Cupcakes (Dairy, Gluten/Grain and Refined Sugar Free)

  

  I can't take credit for these cupcakes. A lady at church has been bringing in a similar version for our coffee break time (yes our church breaks for coffee/tea... Read more

  Posted on 11 May 2013 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Grain Free Pie Crust (Dairy, Gluten/Grain and Sugar Free)

  

  I am definitely not a pie maker. I didn't receive the gift of making flaky pie crusts. So this is my kind of crust. It is grain free, has some protein, fibre an... Read more

  Posted on 11 May 2013 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Leek, Bacon and Mushroom Stew (Dairy and Gluten Free)

  

  Bacon is one of those foods we Canadians do love. I do recommend that you read your bacon labels. Pre-packaged bacon can contain a lot of preservatives and... Read more

  Posted on 10 May 2013 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Carrot Zucchini Bread (Dairy, Gluten and Refined Sugar Free)

  

  I always love a bread that makes a good breakfast and snack. This bread has lots of flavour and nutrition. Packed with protein from the eggs, chickpea and teff... Read more

  Posted on 06 May 2013 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Carrot Fries (Dairy, Gluten Free and Low in Starch)

  

  I have been making these carrot fries a lot in the past few weeks. They are a great alternative to potato fries and healthier without all the starch. They do... Read more

  Posted on 26 April 2013 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• What's For Dinner? Roasted Vegetables and Sausage (Dairy, Gluten and Egg Free)

  

  Ever have one of those times when you have lots of random ingredients but don't know what to make for dinner? I have those times a lot. One of my go to ideas... Read more

  Posted on 21 April 2013 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Weekly Menu #5 with Suggested Grocery List (Dairy, Gluten/Grain and Refined Suga...

  

  What's for Dinner? I know it has been awhile since I have posted a menu. You may also notice we are eating less grains and if I see this correctly, I believe... Read more

  Posted on 20 April 2013 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Cinnamon Almond Cookies Or "Snickerdoodles" (Dairy, Gluten/Grain and Refined...

  

  The combination of the almond and the cinnamon gives this cookie a warm, irresistible flavour. I think they go well with a morning herbal tea. Read more

  Posted on 13 April 2013 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Quinoa, Kale and Sweet Potato Bowl (Dairy and Gluten/Grain Free)

  

  My friend Michelle was over a few weeks ago and wanted to make a quinoa dish. I had always wanted to make one using kale, sweet potato and cinnamon so this is... Read more

  Posted on 10 April 2013 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Cashew Cream "Cheese" (Dairy, Gluten and Refined Sugar Free)

  

  I have been craving carrot cake and nothing goes better with carrot cake than cream cheese, well in my opinion anyway. I wanted to make a dairy free version of... Read more

  Posted on 10 April 2013 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Fennel (Dairy and Gluten Free)

  

  I never liked brussel sprouts as a child. I always found them to be too bitter. Once I got married I realized Dan didn't like them either so we just never made... Read more

  Posted on 06 April 2013 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• School Lunch #8 (Dairy, Gluten/Grain, Nut and Refined Sugar Free)

  

  This grain free lunch contains lots of protein and energy for your child. The Crustless Squash Pie is a healthy treat and substitute for sandwiches etc. Read more

  Posted on 04 April 2013 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Chocolate Chip Cookies (Dairy, Gluten/Grain, Nut and Refined Sugar Free)

  

  Here is a cookie I hope you will enjoy as much as we do. I am always hesitant cooking with chickpea flour as it tastes terrible raw. So do not eat this as a... Read more

  Posted on 04 April 2013 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Lemon Pound Cake Or Bars (Dairy, Gluten/Grain and Refined Sugar Free)

  

  I had a craving for some lemon bread/cake. This cake definitely satisfied my craving with a nice strong lemon taste. This recipe is great for a snack or even... Read more

  Posted on 04 April 2013 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Omega Rich Raspberry, Kale Shake Or Smoothie (Dairy, Gluten and Refined Sugar...

  

  Smoothie's are really my go to meal when I am feeling lazy or just feeling like our meal needs a bit more nutrition. I find it a great way to get in some extra... Read more

  Posted on 04 April 2013 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Spiced Hot Cocoa (Dairy Free)

  

  In creating this recipe I learned that this is Hot Cocoa not Hot Chocolate as we grew up calling it. Hot cocoa refers to a recipe using cocoa, where as hot... Read more

  Posted on 24 March 2013 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Thieves Oil; a Natural Deodorizing and Anti-bacterial Spray

  

  I have recently been introduced to Thieves Oil as a way to kill germs. Thieves oil was apparently created by some thieves who covered themselves in various... Read more

  Posted on 14 March 2013 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Apple Porridge for the Crock Pot Or Slow Cooker (Dairy, Grain/Gluten/Oat and...

  

  I always loved porridge oatmeal as a child. I love how it can be so versitile and hearty. I was hoping to make another style but without the oats. Read more

  Posted on 14 March 2013 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• No Poo? What's in Your Our Shampoo? Is It Safe?

  

  Over the past 5 years we have altered many of our skin care and hygiene products. Shampoo as been one of them. Most of the shampoos that we purchased in the pas... Read more

  Posted on 01 February 2013 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES