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Kefir Ranch Dip (for all your dipping needs)

July 9, 2019 by Sylvia Rose Leave a Comment

Kefir ranch dip is a wonderful way to use up an abundance of kefir and is a tasty way to sneak in probiotics. Learn how to make this kefir ranch dip to serve with the veggie platter at your next party!

A RANCH DIP RECIPE FOR WHEN YOU’RE OUT OF BUTTERMILK

I love buttermilk as much as the next person, but I don’t make it at home and seldom buy it. But, I DO make my own kefir, and since I’m the only one who drinks it at home, I always have an overabundance of it. When I don’t feel like drinking it straight–which is most of the time–I store it in the fridge and before I know it, I have a tidy stockpile if I’m not vigilant about using it. I need to buy buttermilk at the store. Kefir? I’m swimming in it. Step aside, buttermilk.

KEFIR RANCH DIP AND CRUDITÉS RECIPE VIDEO

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Vegetarian Shepherd’s Pie Recipe (with homemade veggie ground round)

July 5, 2019 by Sylvia Rose Leave a Comment

Meatless Mondays don’t have to be a sad affair. With this vegetarian shepherd’s pie recipe, your family won’t even notice the difference! Learn how to make this dish in 30 minutes or less, including how to make an easy veggie ground round from scratch.

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ALL FROM SCRATCH VEGETARIAN SHEPHERD’S PIE

Vegetarian shepherd’s pie makes an appearance on my menu at least once a month. Textured vegetable protein, commonly known as TVP, costs next to nothing if you buy it in bulk. This makes the savings considerable. In a recipe like this, I normally spend between seven to ten dollars on ground beef or lamb, if not more. Plus, when you compare the price to what pre-made veggie ground round costs in store (and all the nasty ingredients that come with it), you’ll definitely want to make your own!

While vegetarian ground round is cheaper than ground meat, making your own with TVP is even more economical. In Canada, the vegetarian ground round is three or four dollars when it’s on sale. A cup of TVP? Fifty cents. Why wouldn’t you make your own?

VEGETARIAN SHEPHERD’S PIE RECIPE VIDEO

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Shredded Salad with Spicy Peanut Dressing

July 2, 2019 by Sylvia Rose Leave a Comment

Make fibre your friend with this heart healthy shredded salad! Brimming with a colourful assortment of vegetables, you’re basically guaranteed to get your vitamin intake for the day.

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A SHREDDED SALAD FOR BETTER DIGESTION

My mom makes the best salads. She’s a raw vegetable enthusiast and goes on bouts of eating a raw diet every so often because she loves how it makes her feel. Whenever I go to her place, there’s almost always some kind of salad on the table and I love it. When it comes to salad, I don’t feel guilty going for seconds, and my mom makes so much that going back for seconds is heartily encouraged.

A couple of years ago when she was on one of her raw vegan diet kicks, she brought a special mandolin to my place and made a salad that changed everything I knew about salad. Did you know that shredding vegetables makes them more digestible? I spent the next two months eating a shredded salad for lunch every day. I was addicted.

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Pissaladiere (A Classic Mediterraenean Tart)

June 25, 2019 by Sylvia Rose 2 Comments

This classic Mediterranean tart is best served with a chilled glass of rosé. Learn how to make this flaky and flavourful appetizer and impress your guests with its simple elegance!

I DIDN’T CATCH THAT…PISSALADIERE?

“A pea-salad-what?” I can hear myself saying. “A pissaladière,” my husband patiently repeats. I stare at him uncomprehendingly because I still don’t know what it is. That was nearly a decade ago. A pissaladière, if you didn’t know, is a summery tart that hails from Southern France. Nice, to be exact. I’m pleased to say that I can now pronounce it with ease, eat it with relish (not the condiment), and make it well enough that I can share this little-known appetizer with you. This is how you pronounce it, by the way.

PISSALADIÈRE RECIPE VIDEO

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How to Grow Your Own Sprouts at Home

June 21, 2019 by Sylvia Rose 1 Comment

Growing your own sprouts at home is a reward all on its own. Learn everything you need to know about sprouting these nutrient-rich shoots right on your kitchen counter!

Believe it or not, sprouts used to be a treat for me.

I grew up in a small town, so finding alfalfa sprouts in the local grocery stores wasn’t an easy task.

I always appreciated them when my mom was able to get her hands on a little plastic container, but I never really gave them much thought.

When I was living near Montreal’s Jean-Talon Market (a magical place) sprouts became a regular thing, but I wish I had known then just how simple it really is to grow your own…

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How to Make Pasta Salad Without a Recipe

June 18, 2019 by Sylvia Rose Leave a Comment

Become a pasta salad pro in this crash course that includes a recipe for Greek Pasta Salad. This classic side dish is a cinch to make and is perfect for potlucks, picnics and barbecues.

WINGING A PASTA SALAD

Do you know what I think? No one should need a recipe for pasta salad! No one. A pasta salad–and salads in general–is just a mixture of raw or cooked vegetables tossed with noodles and a zingy salad dressing. Sometimes there’s protein, sometimes there’s not. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not trying to knock pasta salad. I love pasta salad. It’s one of my favourite things to bring to a gathering because it’s so darn easy to make. When you know how to make pasta salad, you don’t need to think about what to pack for a picnic or bring to a potluck. There’s freedom in learning the formula. Let me show you.

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GREEK PASTA SALAD RECIPE VIDEO

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