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Wild garlic and cheddar scones are the perfect way to enjoy springs abundance of wild garlic. Scones are one of my favourite comfort food snacks. They bring me back to my Canadian roots, and all the times we enjoyed them after a mountain hike, or as a savoury Sunday morning coffee treat. Although scones are usually made with all-purpose flour, I like to make mine with a mix spelt flour...

08This Mushroom Donburi Rice Bowl is not only plant-powered and super nutritious, it’s also packed with delicious umami flavor. Mixed mushrooms are fried until golden brown and served with steamed rice and broccolini and then topped with a drizzle of a delicious Japanese miso dressing. Together this makes a light and healthy meal that is both vegetarian and vegan. What is Donburi? The Japanese term donburi literally translated means “bowl”. The...

This mushroom barley salad with herbs embraces flavors of a new season. A hearty mix of wild mushrooms are fried until golden and then tossed with spring herbs (tarragon, marjoram, chives and parsley) and together with a zesty vinaigrette this beautiful salad sings with delicious flavours. Whether you serve it warm or at room temperature, it a great way to switch up your salad routine. And thanks to deliciously nutty...

Fans of traditional raisin buns are going to love this healthier take on the classic. This simple sweet potato raisin bun recipe is made with oven-baked, mashed sweet potato and sultans for a lightly sweet, delicious and nutritious snack. It’s a great way to use up leftover baked sweet potatoes or as a new way to introduce this delicious tuber into your diet. Do you taste the sweet potato in...

Addictively delicious Thai salad with the tastiest ever peanut sauce! I love this loaded up veggie salad! It’s made with fresh, crunchy vegetables (cabbage, red pepper, carrot, green onion) and crispy pan-fried tofu. Together with cilantro it is tossed in the most delicious homemade dressing. This low-carb, vegan salad makes for a nutritious meal that is also perfect for meal prep lunches on the go. This easy recipe is the...

This eggplant parmesan recipe is a delicious one-pan dish that will satisfy the whole family. The aubergine is pan-fried in batches until golden and caramelised and then layered between a sweet, garlicky tomato sauce, toasted panko bread crumbs, fresh mozzarella and parmesan cheese. Finally it is baked in the oven to get the cheese all melty. Serve it on it own, with a green salad, alongside pasta, or with...