My Top 5 Favorite Cookbooks
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My Top 5 Favorite Cookbooks

BySamantha

If you are looking for some new favourite cookbooks to help you get inspired to cook good wholesome, nutritious, delicious food then here are my current top 5 favourite cookbooks. These cookbooks have inspired me in many ways and have helped to know what to cook with fresh ingredients from our gardens as well as…

Healthy and Home-Baked Cinnamon Apple Crisp – Recipe
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Healthy and Home-Baked Cinnamon Apple Crisp – Recipe

BySamantha

One of my absolute favourite things to bake in the fall is Apple Crisp. My family loves to eat for dessert with a dollop of vanilla ice cream or even better, for breakfast with some milk or even for an after school snack. With this healthy version of home-baked cinnamon apple crisp, I have no…

How to Throw a Fun Frugal Christmas Party on a Budget
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How to Throw a Fun Frugal Christmas Party on a Budget

BySamantha

Christmas time is one the best times of the year, but as we all know, it can also be one of the most stressful times of the year, especially when you are on a tight budget. My family has always been on a tight budget so I have worked hard to perfect some frugal ideas…

The Best Homemade Warm and Cold Apple Drinks for Fall
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The Best Homemade Warm and Cold Apple Drinks for Fall

BySamantha

Fall time is just so full of rich colours and flavours. Who doesn’t love cozying up to a bonfire in the fall with some nice warm mittens and a nice warm spicy fruity drink? The taste of apple is certainly a favourite fall flavour in our home, and if you were to come over for…

Gluten-Free Halloween Treats
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Gluten-Free Halloween Treats

BySamantha

There are a growing number of people who suffer from celiac disease or gluten intolerance. They aren’t always able to enjoy the treats and goodies during Halloween. If you or someone in your family has to deal with celiac, you may be looking for gluten-free Halloween treats they can enjoy. This post contains some affiliate…

Healthy Halloween Treats For a Classroom or Co-Workers
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Healthy Halloween Treats For a Classroom or Co-Workers

BySamantha

Halloween treats typically include a lot of sugar, chocolate, caramel, and peanut butter, but they don’t have to! I know I have a major sweet tooth, as do many of you I’m sure, but sometimes it’s nice to do something a little more creative and savory. With these ideas you can create fun and delicious…

Turning Everyday Dinners into Spooky Halloween Meals
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Turning Everyday Dinners into Spooky Halloween Meals

BySamantha

When it comes to holidays, the family cook may feel frustrated because they feel they are in a rut. They want to offer their family something different but may not be able to come up with ideas. These fun meals make really great Halloween party food on a budget. Consider turning everyday dinners into spooky…

Easy Hearty Beef Taco Salad Recipe
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Easy Hearty Beef Taco Salad Recipe

BySamantha

Who doesn’t love tacos? I don’t think I’ve ever met anyone who doesn’t love tacos, have you? If such a unicorn exists would you let me know? Anyways, my family and especially my kids, love “Taco Tuesday” and really almost any Mexican food is a hit around our house. Here’s the thing though, sometimes you…

4 Ways to Use Pumpkin Spice in Your Adult Fall Drink Recipes
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4 Ways to Use Pumpkin Spice in Your Adult Fall Drink Recipes

BySamantha

Are you a pumpkin spice fan like me? Do you go home after work in the fall, get all cozy, curl up with a book and a cup of something pumpkin spice flavoured to get the best cozy feels this time of year? May add a dash of alcohol to really give it some pep! I…

How to Dehydrate Apple Slices
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How to Dehydrate Apple Slices

BySamantha

What are the first fruits you think of when you think of fall? Apples, right? Apples are so amazingly versatile there are so many ways to store them including dehydrating, canning, freeze drying and freezing. One of our favourite and easiest ways to preserve apples in the fall is to dehydrate apple slices both plain and…