Tag Archives: Sweet Potatoes

Summer Picnic Salads from Scratch

Posted on July 25, 2012 by

Roll out those lazy hazy crazy days of Summer.  Hot days on the beach or in the park, chilling with family and friends on a blanket with the picnic basket filled to the brim with awesome summer treats.  Summer weekends … Continue reading →

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Super Sweet Potato Curry with Wilted Spinach

Posted on February 24, 2012 by

Here is a nice recipe for a traditional curry with fresh baby spinach and cilantro wilted on top adding a delightful clean taste.  Chickpeas provide protein making it a complete meal for lunch or a quick evening dinner. Regular white … Continue reading →

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Sweet Potato Oven Fries

Posted on February 21, 2012 by

SPICY SWEET-POTATO OVEN FRIES The secret is in the details when it comes to making perfect sweet-potato oven fries.  The potatoes must be cut to a uniform thickness, or they will cook unevenly.  The pan must not be too crowded, … Continue reading →

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It’s Root Vegetable Season

Posted on January 22, 2012 by

Lately I have been uninspired and bored even with all the regular, normal ways I prepare my wonderful organic veggies for dinner. I am forever and constantly wracking my brain for ideas.  I just happened to pull open the door … Continue reading →

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Easy Vegan: Simple Recipes for Healthy Eating – Review and Giveaway

Posted on September 16, 2011 by

Easy Vegan: Simple Recipes for Healthy Eating, published by Ryland Peters & Small.  Is a complete compilation of very tasty vegan dishes. Simply good food. Inspired by many different styles of cooking from all over the world and all without … Continue reading →

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Healing Foods: Prevent or Treat Common Illnesses with Fruits, Vegetables, Herbs and More – Review and Giveaway

Posted on August 21, 2011 by

Healing Foods: Prevent or Treat Common Illnesses with Fruits, Vegetables, Herbs and More, by Dale Pinnock, published by Skyhorse Publishing.  Is a new and inspiring approach to show how easy and enjoyable eating for health can be. About the Book … Continue reading →

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Healthy Burger Toppings

Posted on July 28, 2011 by

Hamburgers, Bison Burgers, Lamb Burgers, Turkey Burgers, Veggie Burgers, Chicken Burgers, Salmon Burgers, Mushroom Burgers…What tops a burger better than fresh veggies?  Well other than the standard ketchup, mustard and relish, nothing…. Here are a few new and tasty things … Continue reading →

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Roasted Sweet Potato & Ginger Soup

Posted on February 2, 2011 by

Here is a super easy soup to make for those cold days when you are hunckered down in a snow storm and have a craving for something smooth, hot and yummy.  This one is so easy, even your other-half can … Continue reading →

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Sweet Potato and Brie Tortilla

Posted on January 30, 2011 by

Here’s what I’m serving at my next brunch.  So easy and effective.  It is good with a little light side salad of fresh greens, baby spinach or tatsoi drizzled with a rosemary vinaigrette. The deep orange sweet potatoes add so … Continue reading →

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Marbled Mashed Potato Casserole

Posted on October 24, 2010 by

This dish is perfect for company, potluck, or served with your favourite Sunday night Roast. 4 large potatoes 1 large sweet potato 1/4 cup sour cream 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces and softened 2 scallions or 1 onion, … Continue reading →

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