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Tag Archives: walnuts
Old-fashioned cherry nut loaf
A retro treat for today’s tea parties (or….breakfast)! When I was a kid, my mom seemed to make this loaf primarily at Christmastime so I associate it with all sorts of happy, festive feelings. I recall she often used a … Continue reading
Posted in baking, Breads, Breakfast
Tagged bread for breakfast, bread for tea party, cherries, loaf, maraschino cherries, old-fashioned recipe, Paula Roy, quick bread, retro food, walnuts
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Mushroom and walnut ‘caviar’ on herbed crostini
An easy, elegant vegetarian appetizer! So many elegant hors d’oeuvres seem to involve meat or seafood that I decided it was time to come up with a vegetarian treat. I recall my mother eating mushrooms on toast which just looked … Continue reading
Posted in appetizer, make-ahead, mushroom, nuts, olive oil, vegetarian
Tagged appetizer, appetizer without fish, appetizer without meat, baguette, cream, fancy mushrooms on toast, herbs, hors d'oeuvre, mushrooms, Paula Roy, Valentine's Day, vegarian appetizer, vegetarian, vegetarian party food, walnuts, white wine
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Pear and Cheese Galettes
Super simple party-perfect treats I’m often asked what staples I keep on hand in my fridge, freezer and pantry so I can whip up some treats on short notice. At the top of my list is frozen puff pastry. It’s … Continue reading
Posted in appetizer
Tagged appetizer, blue cheese, brie, delicious, easy appetizer, galette, impressive appetizer, make-ahead, party, Paula Roy, pear, puff pastry, recipe, tart, walnuts
6 Comments
Build a better breakfast with twice-cooked oatmeal squares
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
Posted in Breakfast, brunch
Tagged apple, breakfast, breakfast bowl, brunch, brunch ideas, coconut, fried oatmeal, gluten-free, oatmeal, oatmeal porridge, oats, Paula Roy, porridge, vegetarian, walnuts
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Breakfast Polenta with spiced apple compote
I love oatmeal for breakfast as it’s so hearty and satisfying, but sometimes it just seems a little boring, especially when you eat it often. Swapping in cornmeal for oats is a great way to shake up your morning routine. … Continue reading
Posted in Breakfast
Tagged apples, breakfast, brunch, cinnamon, cornmeal, gluten-free, glutenfree, grits, hearty breakfast, maple syrup, nutritious, nutritious breakfast, oatmeal, oatmeal alternative, polenta, porridge, walnuts
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Gluten-free chewy chocolate walnut cookies
I came up with this recipe to replicate a favourite treat available at a neighbourhood coffee shop. It’s perfect for anyone who cannot tolerate gluten or dairy but craves the rich taste and texture of traditional brownies. I suppose these … Continue reading
Vegan Shepherd’s Pie in Portobello Mushroom Caps
The more I learn about preparing vegan food, the more I am genuinely learning to love it. I’ll probably always be an omnivore but it feels great to serve up appealing meatless meals a few times each week and I … Continue reading
Posted in appetizer, gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian
Tagged carrots, garlic, gluten-free, lentils, onion, Portobello, portobello mushrooms, potatoes, Shepherd's Pie, stuffed mushroom caps, sweet potatoes, vegan, vegetarian, walnuts
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