Here on the Canadian prairies we have a native berry that is called a Saskatoon berry. In the US they are known as Juneberries or Serviceberries and are native to the Upper Midwest. Dried, they were a major food source for Indigenous people on the prairies as they are highly nutritious. They also happen to…
Low Carb Jambalaya – a quick and easy weekend dinner
This quick and easy low carb jambalaya was today’s solution to satisfying Steve’s craving for some spicy southern food. It also was a great way to whip up a tasty dinner in a hurry after an already busy day in the kitchen. We enjoy making fermented sausages like salami and chorizo and after spending a…
Kale Salad With Citrus Tahini Dressing
If you had told me even two years ago that kale would be one of my top of list favourite foods, I probably wouldn’t have believed you. After growing it in the garden on a whim in 2014 I have used sooooo much of it. Smoothies, sautés, as a bed for eggs, kale chips….you name…
Greek Chicken Skewers
I am in the market for a new freezer. My brother in law, hunter Dave, has offered this year to share a deer with us should his annual fall hunting expedition be successful. Venison is a very lean and healthy meat and I am not put off by any gaminess in its flavour so we…
Zucchini Pasta and Meatballs
In October of last year I did a whole foods cleanse offered up by the babes at Simple Green Smoothies. One of the recipes included in the cleanse was a zucchini pasta. At the time, I passed. It was winter and the idea of veggie pasta when I was craving hearty warm fare just didn’t…
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