Tag: Snacks

Raw Nut Pâté, 3-Ways

A base recipe nut pâté that can be whipped up on the weekend and then reworked in an infinite variety of ways.

No-Bake Fruit Squares

These squares are the no-bake version of the double-stuff fruit squares already featured on the blog and a great choice for entertaining, brunch or afternoon snack.

Beet & White Bean Dip

While hummus will always hold a very special place in my belly – sometimes it’s time for a change. This technicolor dip is where it’s at today.

Basic Veggie Pâté

This is a basic all-purpose veggie-centric spread that works beautifully on crackers, toast, in sammiches or pan-fried and crumbled on top of a salad.

Butternut Tuile

Half-way between a cracker and kugel, the four-year-old in residence here declares that ”it’s good Mom. It doesn’t taste healthy;” which is praise coming from a child. Bonus – it actually is good for you even though the squash provides sweetness in every bite.

Superfood Smoothie Bowl

An excellent alternative to highly processed breakfast cereals if you are slowly transitioning into whole foods.

Flavoured Coconut Chips

Make some today to enjoy all week!  They’re a whole food alternative to potato chips that truly satisfies.

Green Tomato Crisp

A family favourite which we indulge in annually, when the fall crops grow to excess and frost threatens.

Red Bean Spice Cake

Moist and perfumed with orange and spice, a flavourful addition to tea-time.

Carrot Tuile

Shredded vegetables held together with the smallest amount of batter and baked until crispy.