As I write this, fifty percent of my hands are covered in Psoriasis, my body is ravaged and I’m uncomfortable, to say the least. In 2018 I set out to write one blog a week for one year. This was a cathartic exercise, revealing my struggles with Psoriasis and mental illness and my love of…
Toasted Quinoa with Fennel and Kale
This versatile recipe can be used with rice, millet or virtually any grain. An incredible dinner ready in no time at all! Toasted Quinoa with Fennel and Kale (makes about 4 cups) What you’ll need: 1 cup (250 mL) rinsed and dried quinoa (see tips) 2 cups (500 mL) water ¼ cup (60 mL) olive…
Gluten Free Sweet Potato Gnocchi
Making gnocchi is simple and they can be enjoyed immediately or frozen to be used at your convenience. Enjoy! Makes 8-10 servings What you’ll need Pastry Bag or large Sandwich Bag 2 lb (32 oz) sweet potatoes 1-1/2 cups (375 mL) potato starch 2 eggs 1 tsp (5 mL) salt 1 tsp (5 mL) freshly…
Follow your Dreamz
I don’t know the exact date, but if I had to guess I’d say this story takes place about ten years ago. I was sitting on a bench at the gym, taking a quick break from my work out, when an old friend approached me to chat. I had known Michelle my whole life, in…
Need a Hand?
Anyone living with a chronic illness knows there are good days and there are bad days. Over these last few years I have enjoyed many good months with a few bad days sprinkled in, just to keep things interesting. Right now, I’m having a few bad days. Last week my son Jonah was home with…
Peanut Butter Truffles
These frozen chocolate and peanut butter truffles are so insanely delicious that you may want to find a new hiding place in the freezer just for you! You won’t want to share! Frozen Peanut Butter Chocolate Truffles (Makes about 24 truffles) What you’ll need: 5 tbsp (75 mL) Coconut oil (divided) 1 cup (250 mL)…
Peppermint Chocolate Truffles
My goal in creating new recipes is to create that sense of familiarity for me and my guests. I’m always looking for ways to make ‘cleaner’ versions of food I loved growing up. Before I removed refined sugar from my diet I would often have frozen chocolate peppermint patties sitting in my freezer and it…
The F-Word (Fond)
Inspiration comes from everywhere these days and social media is no exception. I live in an amazing community. One that has online groups to share important news of neighbourhood restaurant openings, local break-ins and general help when a neighbour is in need. Yesterday, a neighbour asked for some help with dinner and about 30 minutes…
Pan Seared Chicken Breast, With Wild Mushrooms, and Potatoes
Once you understand certain cooking techniques, recipes begin to matter a lot less. This very simple recipe demonstrates deglazing; the technique of adding liquid to a warm pan to remove FOND, those bits of food that are stuck during the caramelization process. Pan Seared Chicken Breast, Wild Mushrooms and Potatoes (makes 2 portions) What you’ll…
It’s Freezing!
During the Christmas holidays Tamar and I traveled to Mexico for a week. We were with her parents, her sister and all our kids for some R&R and sunshine. At least once a year Tamar and I usually seek a reprieve from winter to allow my psoriasis a chance to heal. This year was different…