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Chocolate Glaze

1/27/2019

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Chocolate Glaze - Dairy Free

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Banana Bread

1/25/2019

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The BEST Banana Bread Recipe EVER!

I know, everyone says they have the BEST banana bread recipe, so I am no different except my recipe is only 6 ingredients, half is just banana! Add in chocolate chips or nuts for a change (I usually just eyeball it based on how many I want). You've gotta try it!

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Tourtiere (French Canadian Meat Pie)

12/15/2018

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Tourtiere (French Canadian Meat Pie) Recipe
 
Tourtiere is a French Canadian Meat Pie, and something I remember eating every Christmas Eve at my grandparents house in Ottawa, Ontario, my Dad's family being French Canadian. When we moved across the country to BC, when I was 10, we continued the tradition. When I got married, with step kids, we carried on my beloved Christmas Eve Tourtiere tradition. This is the recipe my grandfather used (with a few tweeks from my Mom).

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Butter Tarts

12/10/2018

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Canada Butter Tarts Recipe

Butter Tarts are one of Canada's most popular desserts originating in Quebec but most popular in Ontario. This is my mother's butter tart recipe... I make it every Christmas to give to family and friends... it was once of my Dad's favourites. If I wasn't lactose intolerant, I don't know how many I would give away, LOL!

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Ginger Molasses Cookies

12/8/2018

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Ginger Molasses Cookie Recipe

​It just doesn't feel like Christmas without these cookies, my step-son puts in a request every year and we enjoy it with some hot cocoa. These were also the cookies we left for "Santa" every year, so they hold a special place in my heart!

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Nanaimo Bar Recipe

12/6/2018

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Nanaimo Bar Recipe

​Nanaimo bars are a Canadian classic, usually made at Christmas. We can thank Nanaimo, BC (on Vancouver Island) for this delicious dessert!

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Crockpot Split Pea Soup

12/1/2018

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Crockpot Split Pea Soup recipe
Pea Soup is another French Canadian meal, this split pea soup is the EASIEST recipe, a total dump and go meal. We like having it with french bread. 

Crockpot Split Pea Soup

​READY IN: 6 hrs 10 mins
SERVES: 4-6

​INGREDIENTS

  • 1 (16 ounce) package dried split peas, rinsed
  • 2 cups diced ham
  • 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, plus leaves, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon seasoning salt
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon fresh pepper
  • 1 1⁄2 quarts hot water or 1 1⁄2 quarts broth

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Sponge Cake

8/23/2018

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Sponge Cake Recipe - Dairy Free
Homemade sponge cake without dairy

Sponge Cake Recipe - Dairy Free

READY IN: 1hr
YIELD: 1 cake
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​INGREDIENTS

  • 1 1⁄2 cups sifted flour
  • 1 1⁄2 cups sugar
  • 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 6 eggs, separated
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1⁄4 cup cold water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon rind, grated

​DIRECTIONS

  1. In bowl, sift together flour, 1 cup sugar, salt and baking powder.
  2. In another bowl, combine egg whites and cream of tartar.
  3. Beat until think.
  4. Slowly add 1/2 cup sugar and beat until mixture is stiff.
  5. In a third bowl combine egg yolks, water, vanilla, lemon juice and grated rind.
  6. Add this to the dry mixture and beat for 1 minute.
  7. Slowly fold in egg white, blending well.
  8. Pour into ungreased 10 inch tube pan.
  9. Bake for 40- 45 minutes at 350.
  10. Invert pan and cool for 1 hour before removing cake from pan.

Cheers,
Chelle

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Traditional Canadian Food Across the Country

6/29/2018

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JUST IN TIME FOR CANADA DAY

Traditional Canadian Food Across the Country - just in time for Canada Day!

Canada's Most Known For...

The Caesar, Canada's better version of the bloody mary
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The Perfect Caesar 
Canada's official drink is the Caesar, a bloody mary that uses clamato instead of tomato juice.
Canadian Maple Syrup
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Maple Syrup
Learn about maple syrup and learn how to use it in cooking. Recipes available.
Real, Authentic Canadian Poutine Recipe
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Real, Authentic Canadian Poutine
Who doesn't like fries, cheese curds and gravy? If you haven't tried it, it is a MUST for Canada cuisine. 

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Chocolate Syrup - Dairy Free

6/26/2018

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Chocolate Syrup - Dairy Free

​Being lactose intolerant I am always looking for ways to adjust recipes so that I am able to enjoy them as well. Homemade chocolate sauce for ice cream, brownies or any other dessert calling for chocolate sauce doesn't have to be full of chemicals like the store bought stuff! This will stay good in the fridge for a few months.

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Big Mac Sauce

6/15/2018

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Homemade Big Mac Sauce Recipe
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Adapted From Todd Wilbur's Top Secret Recipes, this McDonald's Big Mac sauce a run for it's money! Using fat-free ingredients you can make a healthier version of the Big Mac.

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Creamy Chocolate Frosting - Dairy Free

5/28/2018

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Creamy Chocolate Frosting - Dairy Free, and you won't miss it!

Good, dairy free chocolate frosting is hard to find. When your working with food allergies and intolerances can be overwhelming , especially when you aren't used to adjusting for it, if it's a guest. This is a simple and creamy dairy free frosting everyone will love.

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Laminate Floor Cleaner

5/1/2018

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Safe & Effective Laminate Floor Cleaner

​I hated using commercial cleaners on the floors, my dogs walk on them, even when wet (as much as I would like them not to). So before the days of pinterest I came up with a safe alternative and posted it on Genius Kitchen (then it was recipezaar) in 2005 and it has a 5 star (53 reviews). This is the ONLY thing I use on my floors, and they always look shiny and clean!
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White Glaze

4/17/2018

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White Glaze Recipe - Dairy Free

​A dairy free white glaze, a perfect addition to your desserts.

White Glaze Recipe


READY IN: 10 mins
SERVES: 1 Cake
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​INGREDIENTS

  • 1 tablespoon dairy-free margarine, softened
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla
  • dash of salt
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 2 tablespoons water

​DIRECTIONS

  1. ​Place margarine, vanilla and a dash of salt in a bowl.
  2. Add sugar and water alternately, beating after each addition until smooth.
  3. Add more water or sugar if needed for consistency

Cheers,
​Chelle

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Streusel-Crumb Coffee Cake

4/7/2018

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Streusel-Crumb Coffee Cake Recipe

​This is a copy-cat for Starbucks Coffee Cake, great for coffee dates or brunch!

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Oven Cleaner

4/1/2018

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Chemical Free Oven Cleaner

I cannot use commercial oven cleaners, I have chemical sensitivities so I used what I had after researching how to get burnt food off a frying pan. Sometimes I will add lemon juice if it's extra dirty!

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Almond Butter

2/16/2018

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Almond Butter - Dairy Free Recipe

​You can use raw almonds or for enhanced flavor bake almonds on a cookie sheet for 20 minutes @ 300 degrees prior to processing.

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Silver Cleaner

2/11/2018

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Easy DIY Silver Cleaner | Party Cleaning

Cleaning silver isn't something you do very often, but before hosting a party you might want to give them an easy clean to bring out the shine! 

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Carrot Cake

2/3/2018

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Carrot Cake - Dairy Free Recipe
You don't need dairy to have a delicious carrot cake, top with vegan cream cheese frosting.

Carrot Cake - Dairy Free

READY IN: 40 mins
YIELD: 1 cake
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​INGREDIENTS

  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • salt, pinch
  • 1⁄2 cup oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups grated carrots

​DIRECTIONS

  1.  Blend all ingredients and mix very well.
  2. Pour into greased and floured 9 inch baking pan.
  3. Bake for 25- 30 minutes at 350.

* If dairy isn't an issue, can be topped with cream cheese frosting
** If dairy IS an issue check out the spruce eats for a Vegan cream cheese frosting.

Cheers,
​Chelle

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