food.health.play

Super Easy Sweet Potato, Brussel and Lentil Veggie Burger

jessie — Thu, 10 May 2012 15:30:42 +0000

I know it’s been a while since my last post. Once I finally think I can get back into the swing of things, my son decides he would rather be up with me at night rather than sleeping. It’s hard … Continue reading →

Super Easy Three Ingredient Sweet Potato Quiche

jessie — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 19:05:05 +0000

Since having my adorable son almost four months ago now, I’m always looking for super easy dinner ideas. Cooking with an infant around can be quite challenging as it doesn’t leave a lot of time for preparation of complicated meals. … Continue reading →

Pinto Mushroom Millet Soup

jessie — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 12:30:17 +0000

Ian and I have been loving our soups lately. I think it’s the weather – or that I’m almost 34 weeks pregnant and my uterus is pushing on my stomach, not leaving much room for a lot of food. This … Continue reading →

Baby Spinach & Pomegranate Salad with Creamy Pumpkin Potato Lentil Soup

jessie — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 18:19:28 +0000

Although it’s starting to get colder now, one good thing about this time of the year is that pomegranates are out in full force and I love them – on yogurt, oatmeal, by themselves and now in salads. They are … Continue reading →

Rustic Cabbage & Chick Pea Soup

jessie — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 15:38:12 +0000

We definitely had our share of children at the door last night. Some of the costumes were really cute, while others came dressed in only a t-shirt! Come on now, put a little effort into your costume kids. How was your … Continue reading →

Happy Halloween – “Creamy” Roasted Pumpkin Soup

jessie — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 16:02:32 +0000

I had to share our very evil looking pumpkin with everyone. Ian did a great job turning my sketch into reality – and enhancing it! Can’t wait to see it all lit up tonight. With it being Halloween today, I … Continue reading →

Chocolate Zucchini Brownies

jessie — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 17:28:51 +0000

One of my favourite snacks are definitely brownies. When we were in Seattle a few weeks back, one of our amazing hosts whipped up an amazing and delectable chocolate zucchini cake. On our return home, our garden surprised us with … Continue reading →

Penne alla Avocado

jessie — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 18:48:26 +0000

I love the creaminess of avocados and the fact that they are full of healthy fats that can help lower cholesterol levels. I’ve also been told by a few people now that babies love the texture and smoothness of avocados, … Continue reading →

Our Vacation Out West

jessie — Sat, 20 Aug 2011 11:30:51 +0000

We recently got back from a 17 day west coast trip to Salt Spring Island and Washington State. It was the first flight for baby gb in utero. Ian and I, along with my sisters and their hubbies, surprised my … Continue reading →

High Protein, High Fibre Navy Bean & Couscous Salad

jessie — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 13:55:14 +0000

Being a vegetarian and pregnant, I get lots of people wondering if I get enough protein and from where. I wanted to show you an easy lunchtime idea that was really tasty and filling. The nutritional counts consist of approx … Continue reading →