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Pumpkin Bread Recipe
Here is an autumnal, YUMMY and healthy recipe for to make Pumpkin Bread. Slide for the ingredients and instructions, as well as dietary...


Principles of Basic Nutrition
Nutrition can be a complex topic, with so many different components to pay attention to. After reading through this article, we hope that you feel more confident in your understanding of basic nutrition, specifically regarding the macronutrients (carbohydrates, lipids, protein) and water. Let's get started! First off... Carbohydrates. Carbohydrates, also known as carbs, include sugars, starches and fibres, and can be found in fruits, grains, vegetables and milk products. The


Pumpkin & Lentil Soup
It’s hard to believe that it is already that time of the year when the leaves on the trees go from green to yellow, red, and orange and the air feels much more crisp and cool. As we say goodbye to the warm weather, we welcome what autumn brings. A favourite fall activity for many is pumpkin carving! This recipe is designated to be a great way to continue to use the pumpkin! The pumpkin flesh and seeds can be repurposed. This recipe makes a great meal to warm you up on a chill


Fresh Food Box Recipe: Vegan Sweet Potato & Chickpea Buddha Bowl
Prep Time: 25 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Servings: 3 The photos and recipe have been adapted from the minimalistbaker.com https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0RCvsUg07KA Ingredients Vegetables: 2 tbsp olive oil 1 medium red onion (sliced in large chunks) 2 small sweet potatoes (halved) 1 bundle of broccoli (chopped) 1 bundle of kale 1/4 tsp each salt + pepper Grain: 3/4 cup uncooked quinoa (can use rice substitute) 1 1/2 cups of water Chickpeas 1 can of chickpeas (drained, rin


Mason Jar Soup Recipe
Prep time: 0 minutes Cook time: 30 Servings: 4-6 minutes Ingredients 1/2 cup barley 1/2 cup dried split peas 1/2 cup uncooked rice 1 1/2 cup uncooked pasta 2 tablespoons dried minced onion 2 tablespoons dried parsley 2 teaspoons salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 2 tablespoons bouillon granules 8-10 cups water Instructions Combine all ingredients into a pot and over medium-low heat, cover and simmer for 30-60 minutes, or until vegetables are tender. Serve in your favourite soup bowl an


Mason Jar Bean Chili Recipe
Prep time: 0 minutes Cook time: 30-60 minutes Servings: 4-6 Ingredients: 2 TBSP cup chili powder 1 tablespoon dried cumin 1/2 tablespoon dried oregano 1 tablespoon dried minced onion 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon dried parsley 1/2 cup dried black beans 1/2 cup dried kidney beans 28-ounce can diced or crushed tomatoes (3.5 cups or 828ml) 1/2 of an 8 ounce can of tomato paste 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 vegetable bouillon cubes 6-8 cups water Instructions Com


Mason Jar Lentil Chili Recipe
Prep time: 0 minutes Cook time: 30-60 minutes Servings: 4-6 Ingredients: 2/3 cup brown or green lentils 2/3 cup yellow split peas 2/3 cup green split peas 1 cup barely 2 vegetable bouillon cubes 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes 10 cups of water Instructions Combine contents of jar with the tomatoes and 10 cups of water. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook for 30-60 minutes (under the


Roasted Chicken with Vegetables
This is a healthy and flavourful dish that can be prepared in ten minutes. It is a dish that is cooked in the oven but also one might try the same recipe in a pan by adding less yogurt than suggested in the recipe. You may serve the roasted chicken with vegetables with a side of rice, baked potatoes, or bread. The dish cooks easily if you cut the chicken into small pieces. Remember that chopping the chicken to very small pieces will dry the chicken and you will lose the juicy
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