FRUGAL TIP: Eating What’s On Hand This past weekend I spent some time reorganizing my pantry and freezer. Needless to say, there was more there than I had realized. Most of the time I know what is in the house and plan meals according to what sales are on. Lately, for about 2 months, … Read more
Best Ever Brownie This Brownie recipe is my favourite. You can add chocolate chips or nuts to the batter before baking as well, for extra chocolaty goodness and texture. 1/2 cup butter, Melted (in saucepan or microwave ) 1 cup white sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2 cup … Read more
EASY Coconut Squares Last weekend I was making squares for an anniversary party we hosted. My mom sent me this recipe as an easy and super quick square to make. If you are looking for a fast, yummy and easy recipe, this is for you! Ingredients: 1.5 cups graham crumbs 6 tbsp butter Can condensed … Read more
Banana Breakfast Burritos INGREDIENTS: 1 large Tortilla 1 Tbsp Nutella 2 – 3 sliced Strawberries 1 peeled Banana INSTRUCTIONS: Place tortilla flat and spread Nutella over center, spreading outwards. Arrange sliced Strawberries in a couple rows along the center of the tortilla. Top with a Banana. Fold one side of tortilla over strawberries and banana. … Read more
Make Your Own: Sundried Tomatoes Sundried Tomatoes are one of my favourite savoury foods. They are pricey to purchase in store, so I started making my own over a year ago. I watch for grape or smaller tomatoes to go on sale, or even better, clearance, then make up a sheet of “sundried” tomatoes. They … Read more
Judy’s Freezer Meal Workshop with Sunset Gourmet Products Contributed by Judy Brander The question is – What is it and will it be a time & money saver? What is it: “What’s for dinner?” Is that a question that is asked at your home each day at 4:00pm? Eating at home saves you money and … Read more
These little treats made without flour will be a great snack for after school. Blender muffins are so quick and simple. We love this one. Whip up a batch in less than 20 minutes. So simple and quick. These contain no flour, and depending on the other ingredients you choose, can be a Gluten-Free recipe. … Read more
Banana Blueberry Muffins This week I found myself with a few over ripe bananas on the counter. In addition to those, I had several in my freezer from past bunches of bananas. Now, they are great for making smoothies…and I love a good banana bread, but I wanted something different. Here is a super … Read more
Here is a quick and easy Macaroon recipe I just finished making! Delicious and fast! ~ Amanda 6 tbsp cocoa 1/2 cup butter 1/2 cup milk 1 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 tsp vanilla 3 cup oatmeal 1 cup coconut Boil first 4 ingredients for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and add vanilla. Add coconut … Read more
Breakfast Burritos We have tried different variations of these over the past few years. They are quick, easy and so filling in the mornings! Below is the basic recipe and I will add variations at the end. The possibilities are endless. Feel free to share your ideas and suggestions for various combinations and flavours. Ingredients: … Read more