Vegetarian + Vegan
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Baileys Irish Cream Caramel Flan (Instant Pot method)
Did you know that you can make a flan in the Instant Pot? Yes you can! I did it! And to get into the upcoming St Patrick’s day spirit I decided to make it with Baileys Irish Cream. As far as I know there isn’t an ounce of Irish in me…but I don’t want to miss out on the fun right… Now, making flans is actually very easy, and every time I do get around to baking one I think I really should do it more often. The thing is, you need to plan in advance, because as easy as it is to make, it does require several hours in…
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A High Protein Drink to Start Your Day: Peanut Butter + Cocoa Breakfast Smoothie
I know you’ve heard this one before… “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day” We know, we get it, but unfortunately it’s not always easy to eat the right things, to fuel up and start the day feeling energized. I mean, there’s coffee, of course. Oh, coffee you know I love thee…but, sadly you are not enough! The Solution is a smoothie So here you go, another delicious smoothie idea for you. Perfect for busy mornings, this breakfast in a glass is healthy, high in protein, with extra fiber and essential vitamins. It’s vegetarian and can easily be made vegan with the use of dairy substitutes and, it…
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How To Make Delicious Mushroom + Spinach Risotto In The Instant Pot
To those of you that have been raving to me about the wonders of making risotto in the Instant Pot, I say… OMG you were so right! Thank you, thank you! Honestly, I wasn’t totally sold on the idea of making this somewhat tedious and finicky dish in the IP. I’m not an expert of course, but I have had the pleasure of eating some pretty darn delicious risottos. And, by the way, if you order it at a restaurant in Italy they will tell you straight off that it’s going to be a long wait. Because a good one takes time…add the broth, stir…add a bit more broth, stir…more…
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The Best Instant Pot Cream of Potato Leek Soup (vegan friendly)
“What’s for dinner?” Some days those words really make me cringe, as I just have no idea what to prepare. In this household we currently feed one picky meat and potato lover, one vegan wannabe that hates most vegetables, and one total foodie mama that despises boring food….and currently we also have living with us another daughter, son-in-law and grandchild who are all vegan. It’s a real challenge cooking for this family! I need all the help I can get. My inspiration yesterday came straight out of the TV, courtesy of the Marilyn Denis Show and chef Christine Cushing. I love that show! It’s a fantastic way to start the…
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Matcha Banana Breakfast Smoothie
Need a new breakfast idea? Here’s a fantastic smoothie recipe that I’ve been enjoying ever since a friend posted a shot of her greenish concoction and peaked my curiosity. Thanks Michelle, you’ve got me hooked on it! The original recipe came from an issue of Ricardo magazine, and it’s lovely. But of course I tweaked it a tad and made it even better. Well, that’s how I see it anyways. LOL The special ingredient in this smoothie is, you guessed it, Matcha powder. A little research led me to discover that this variety of green tea is an excellent addition to a healthy diet. It helps to boost energy, memory…
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My #1 Appetizer – Baked Artichoke Parmesan Dip
Today I’m sharing with you a recipe one of my fave appetizer dips. I often bring this to get-togethers and pot lucks. And I get asked for this recipe a lot so I might as well share it here…that’s the whole point of this blogging thing right! Been making this one for a long long time, but it’s still a favourite because it’s just so yummy. Not sure where the recipe came from, but my guess is a magazine. That’s where we all used to get our recipes …..you know….before Pinterest changed our lives forever. I’ve tweaked it here and there over time, to create my current version. You can throw…
