Irene Shaver

LATEST ARTICLES ( 240 )

• Wild Rice and Mushrooms

  

  I am a huge fan of wild rice and so are the girls.  I love the texture and heartiness, if that is even a word.  Wild rice is high in protein, B vitamins and... Read more

  Posted on 23 February 2015 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Blueberry, Cranberry, Red Fife Muffins (Dairy, Egg, Refined Sugar Free)

  

  My oldest daughter wanted to create her own recipe.  She decided she wanted to make muffins.  One of her favourite muffins is blueberry and she wanted to add... Read more

  Posted on 20 February 2015 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Chocolate Date Icing Or Frosting (Dairy and Refined Sugar Free)

  

  This weekend was my niece's second birthday, I was in charge of the birthday cake.  I went with my Grain Free Chocolate Cupcakes recipe and then piped this... Read more

  Posted on 16 February 2015 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Salt Dough Valentine Magnets

  

  We are not huge Valentine celebrators over here.  I think Dan and I celebrated it once, on our first year of marriage and have since left it alone. Read more

  Posted on 11 February 2015 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Cheeseburger Or Hamburger Soup with Dairy Free Option

  

  I can certainly not take credit for this recipe. This is my very slight adaption of Kelly Broyzna's Dairy-Free Cheeseburger Soup from the The Spunky Coconut.... Read more

  Posted on 31 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Saving Money and Planning Ahead Tip #1

  

  I love ways to still eat well but save a little money. This idea does take a little planning ahead but it will save you time in the long run. Read more

  Posted on 28 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Chocolate Black Bean Fudge (Dairy, Gluten and Refined Sugar Free)

  

  This has definitely become a new favourite for me. This simple recipe is full or energy and nutrients. The black beans provide lots of protein as well as... Read more

  Posted on 24 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Natural Wood Sealer, Wax Or Polish-Without the Chemicals

  

  I recently learned how to make a natural wood sealer or wax. I finally decided to update our bedroom since we moved into this house a year ago. Read more

  Posted on 20 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Spiced Milk Steamer (Dairy and Sugar Free)-10 Point Food Rating Scale

  

  I seem to be in the mood for hot drinks lately, it must be all this cold weather.  Straying from my usual chocolate craving, I went with a warm spice blend... Read more

  Posted on 16 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Creamy Hot Chocolate (Dairy and Refined Sugar Free)

  

  Hot chocolate is definitely a favourite here, especially after playing out in the snow.  In order to ensure a rich, creamy drink, we definitely prefer... Read more

  Posted on 12 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• DIY Homemade Cashew Milk

  

  I have recently begun making my own cashew milk as it is super easy and also less expensive than buying it.  I like to use the cashew milk in smoothies, hot... Read more

  Posted on 11 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Shredded Kale, Sweet Potato and Beet Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing

  

  Kale salad is definitely a family favourite over here. Even though this recipe takes a little extra preparation, I did enjoy the addition of the roasted... Read more

  Posted on 08 January 2015 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• "Oliebollen" -Dutch Doughnut (Gluten, Refined Sugar and Yeast Free)

  

  Happy New Years! We have had a healthy happy 2014 and look forward to 2015.  As some of you may know, I was born in the Netherlands, so to celebrate New Years... Read more

  Posted on 31 December 2014 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Date Filled Cookies (Dairy, Egg, Gluten, Grain and Refined Sugar Free)

  

  I remember going to my aunt's house on a visit to Holland when I was a little girl.  She must have been looking after me for the day as we spent some time... Read more

  Posted on 23 December 2014 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• DIY Homemade Cough Syrup Using doTERRA Essential Oils

  

  A cold has finally hit our home.  We had been doing so well keeping seasonal sicknesses away but alas a few days before Christmas and a few of us are coughing. Read more

  Posted on 23 December 2014 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Spice Cookies (Gluten, Dairy and Refined Sugar Free)

  

  I love warm spices in baking especially during Christmas.  I guess they remind me of a few dutch cookie recipes (Speculaas and Pepernoten.)  I definitely think... Read more

  Posted on 19 December 2014 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Breathe-Your Way Through Cold and Flu Season

  

  I have really been enjoying these dōTERRA oils. Just in the last few weeks I have helped people find ways to relieve migraines, strep throat, nausea and... Read more

  Posted on 12 December 2014 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• DIY Homemade Hand Sanitizer

  

  First things first, let me say that I do think germs are a good thing as they do strengthen our immune systems. I am not the parent telling my children to wash... Read more

  Posted on 09 December 2014 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• Sesame Seed Bars and the Powers of Zinc (Dairy, Gluten, Grain and Refined Sugar...

  

  I love sesame seeds as they are high in calcium, magnesium, iron and zinc.   I believe I have mentioned the importance of zinc in a previous post. Read more

  Posted on 04 December 2014 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES

• DIY Homemade Laundry Detergent

  

  A friend of mine got me into making homemade laundry detergent.  I have now made it about 3 times and have found a recipe and really like. Read more

  Posted on 28 November 2014 FOOD & DRINK, HEALTHY LIVING, RECIPES