If you have followed me for any time, you know I’m a huge fan of canned beans. They are one of my favourite pantry staple items! If you have never tried my black bean brownie cake, you’re in for a real treat (literally & figuratively). Tip: I find the easiest way to crush mini eggs […]
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Please, I beg you – don’t be freaked out that these ‘brownies’ are made with chickpeas!!Move over hummus…and say hello to Char’s Fudgy Chickpea Brownies!! I can’t even begin to tell you how chewy, fudgy & satisfying these brownies are (not to mention gluten-free and packed with plant protein and fiber too!!). If you have
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Who needs romance & roses when you can have decadent chocolate recipes? If you share my theory, no doubt you will LOVE these recipes! Delicious, doable, decadent and in true ‘Char Fashion’: recipes use mostly pantry staple items. Celebrate Valentine’s Day, Family Day (or any day!!) – with decadent and nutrient dense chocolate recipes that
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For the longest time, I only used tahini when making dips (like my spicy lentil dip (recipe below) or hummus). Then one day while out on a run (where most of my culinary creations occur), I thought ‘what if I used tahini as an ingredient in a pan of blondies’ and ta-da: my Ginger Studded
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For the longest time, I only used tahini when making dips (like my spicy lentil dip (recipe below) or hummus). Then one day while out on a run (where most of my culinary creations occur), I thought ‘what if I used tahini as an ingredient in a pan of blondies’ and ta-da: my Ginger Studded
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It’s officially pumpkin spice season and I’m 100% here for it (in both sweet & savoury dishes)! Bring on cozy sweaters, wool socks and pumpkin spice EV-ER-Y-THING. This tasty autumn flavour concoction is not just for fancy coffees anymore! Hope you enjoy these delicious & doable pumpkin spice recipes as much as I do! Homemade
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My favourite way to eat Ontario peaches is straight up. It’s like an explosion of sweet-summer-goodness in your mouth = pure bliss!!Having said that, there’s nothing quite like a dessert made with fresh peaches, agree? I’ve combined my fave summer fruit (peaches), my fave spice (cardamom) and (one of) my all-time fave desserts (cheesecake) into
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I’ve loved carrots for as long as I can remember. They are economical, bright & cheerful, nutritious and delicious! Fun fact about yours truly: I eat a carrot every day – just grab and munch on-the-go. Like a reindeer. If you’re looking to up your carrot game and/or start incorporating more carrots into your diet
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OMG!!! If you love brownies…and you love cheesecake…and you love mini eggs….you will LOVE this sinful indulgence!! ‘Tis the Mini Egg eating season and I’m here for it!! Tip: I find the easiest way to crush mini eggs is to hit the unopened bag (or place eggs in resealable bag) with a rolling pin. For
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If you’re in need of a moist, flavorful and comforting banana bread recipe – this is your lucky day! Toasted sweetened coconut, in and on top of this loaf + the citrus glaze adds texture and an additional punch of flavour. This banana bread won’t last long! Note about toasted coconut: You can purchase toasted
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