Tag Archives: oats

Powerful oatmeal breakfast bowl

Posted on November 4, 2018 by

A quick, protein-packed way to start your day! I’ve been a fan of oatmeal or porridge since I was a little kid and only learned recently that my mother – who kindly made it for me whenever I requested it … Continue reading →

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Gluten-free fruit crisp bars

Posted on January 16, 2018 by

Classic dessert topping becomes the star of the show! I don’t know about you, but whenever I eat fruit crisp (or crumble), my favourite part is the topping. Crunchy oats, sweet brown sugar and all that buttery goodness….what’s not to … Continue reading →

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Oatmeal shortbread squares with salted caramel chips

Posted on March 31, 2017 by

New product the best thing to happen to baking since chocolate chips were invented! When I am grocery shopping, I try to restrain myself. You know, only buy what’s on my list, get everything in one pass through the store … Continue reading →

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Build a better breakfast with twice-cooked oatmeal squares

Posted on December 6, 2016 by

Turn your boring breakfast bowl into a delicious, nutritious treat All fall and winter, I like to serve up piping hot bowls of oatmeal porridge several mornings a week. Not only are oats super nutritious, they’re also incredibly satisfying; your … Continue reading →

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Baked Oatmeal Pancake with Caramelized Pears

Posted on December 15, 2015 by

In my opinion, there’s not much that can beat hot, fluffy pancakes for breakfast or brunch. I love them because not only do they taste fantastic, but they’re also filling and so easy to make. When you start with locally … Continue reading →

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Fruit-filled Breakfast Bars

Posted on August 18, 2015 by

These little beauties are ridiculously tasty, so much so that you might forget they actually include some pretty nutritious ingredients. I was inspired to make them when I spotted some perfectly ripe plums from Warners Farm in my Farmers’ Feast … Continue reading →

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Mini Fruit Pies

Posted on July 12, 2015 by

I like to think of this dish as the perfect marriage between fruit crisp and fruit pie, combining crunchy oatmeal cookie-like topping with an assortment of gently sweetened fruit. I’m grateful each year to the fine folks from Warner’s Farm … Continue reading →

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