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Baking From Scratch: My Must Have Pantry Items

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There is absolutely nothing wrong with a cake from a box BUT I tend to bake from scratch more often than not these days.  Growing up, I thought baking from scratch sounded more difficult than making something from a box. Then I learned that it is all about having a well stocked pantry! Here are… Read more about Baking From Scratch: My Must Have Pantry Items

No Bake Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookies

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I published this recipe quite a few years ago as a Christmas cookie idea. Since, I have realized that I was selling this delectable no-bake cookie short. You see, No Bake Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookies are good any time of the year not just at Christmas. In fact, I think these are BEST made when… Read more about No Bake Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookies

Instant Pot Veggie Curry in a Hurry!

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Curries are one of my favourite foods. I say curries because what is in them is less important to me than the curry itself. The blends of spices and the creaminess of yogurt or coconut is so warming and delicious. Today I am sharing a quick and easy Veggie Curry made in the Instant Pot…. Read more about Instant Pot Veggie Curry in a Hurry!

Beyond the Sandwich Lunch Box Ideas

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Evan will be starting his new school at the beginning of September. After 8 months on the road homeschooling, I have to brush off some of my lunch box ideas because I haven’t packed a lunch in AGES. Lunch boxes…..they are the bane of my existence. Evan eats like a horse at home but at… Read more about Beyond the Sandwich Lunch Box Ideas

Fun Back to School Supplies And Tips!

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I think I may have one of the only people who loved going back to school as a kid. I’m not sure if it was actually SCHOOL or getting back to school supplies. Unfortunately, we didn’t have that many places to shop for supplies so mine were never nearly as cool as these. Evan is… Read more about Fun Back to School Supplies And Tips!

Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon

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Adding more fish into our diet is something I really want to do. However, it is not something I do well currently. When I do remember to buy fish to serve, it is almost always salmon. Evan loves my brown sugar glazed salmon. In fact, his name for it is “Most Delicious Fish”. That pretty… Read more about Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon

Easy Slow Cooker BBQ Ribs

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I love few things more than getting together with friends on the patio for food and bevvies. What I do NOT love, though, is how much preparation and cooking that a patio party can take. Well, I discovered a truly remarkable thing ….. slow cooker bbq ribs that are then finished under the broiler. It’s a… Read more about Easy Slow Cooker BBQ Ribs

Natural Playground at Ralph Klein Park – Must Visit Calgary!

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Disclosure: This coverage of the natural playground at Ralph Klein Park has been sponsored by TD Bank. As always, all opinions are my own. After additional work during the winter, the natural playground at Ralph Klein Park in SE Calgary is open and already beloved by Calgary children. So much so, it was COVERED with… Read more about Natural Playground at Ralph Klein Park – Must Visit Calgary!