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Baked Brie with Dates and Walnuts

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This Baked Brie with Dates and Walnuts is an appetizer that feels special with very little effort. A wheel of creamy Brie is topped with sweet dates, crunchy walnuts, and a drizzle of maple syrup then baked until soft and melty.

Baked Brie cheese covered in chopped dates and walnuts and a sprinkling of pomegranate seeds.

Holidays are a time when appetizers often take center stage. Cheese dips, elegant crostini, and easy make-ahead snacks are especially popular. A long-time reader favorite is this Pear and Brie Crostini, and this baked Brie recipe delivers a similar delicious taste in an even easier format.

Whether served for a holiday gathering or a dinner party, this baked Brie is a crowd pleaser and disappears quickly once it hits the table.

If dates are a favorite ingredient, you will want to check out this Date and Walnut Cake and this Pear, Date and Walnut Loaf.

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Maple Spiced Walnuts

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These Maple Spiced Walnuts are coated in a sweet and spicy glaze and then perfectly roasted until golden brown. Ready in less than 30 minutes, you'll find these spiced walnuts are quick and easy to make and are sure to become a favorite!

Bowl of maple and spice walnuts.

Warning: These sweet and savory maple-glazed walnuts are addictive! They are crunchy and slightly sweet from the maple syrup with just the right amount of spice. They are impossible to resist!

These nuts make a great snack food and are perfect for game nights, yet sophisticated enough for cocktail evenings. They're delicious as a salad topping and also make a great gift for the holidays, simply place them in a glass jar with a pretty bow to create a lovely host or hostess gift.

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Lebanese Potato Salad

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This flavorful Lebanese Potato Salad combines tender, perfectly cooked potatoes with fresh parsley, scallions and mint, all tossed in a zesty lemon and olive oil dressing. It pairs beautifully with grilled meats and is also perfect for potlucks and picnics since it doesn't include any mayo.

Bowl of Lebanese style potato salad.

This homemade Lebanese Potato Salad with fresh herbs is light, vibrant and easy to make. This salad is naturally vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free.

If you enjoy fresh herby salads like this, you might also want to try Tabbouleh, Fattoush Salad or this Mediterranean Pasta Salad.

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Pistachio Bundt Cake

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This Pistachio Bundt Cake combines flavor and texture to create a truly delicious treat. It's light and fluffy, yet rich and nutty, with just the right amount of sweetness. If you love pistachios, this cake is sure to become a favorite!

Pistachio bundt cake with two slices cut on platter.

With its delicate pistachio flavor, soft, moist crumb, and a light crunch from the chopped pistachios, every bite of this pistachio cake is scrumptious. Whether you choose to serve it with a simple dusting of powdered sugar or drizzled with a sweet glaze, this dessert is sure to impress.

Pistachios are versatile, bringing color, flavor, and texture to all kinds of sweet and savory dishes. They're perfect in this Biscotti recipe, and I love the nutty flavor and crunch they add to both this Salmon dish and these Lamb Chops.

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Muhammara (Roasted Red Pepper Dip)

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Muhammara or M'hammara (as it is pronounced) is a traditional sweet and savory red pepper spread from the Syrian city of Aleppo.

Bowl of M'hammara served with Pita chips.

Muhammara is a combination of roasted sweet red peppers, toasted walnuts, tangy pomegranate molasses, a touch of spice and a few other ingredients to create a flavorful roasted red pepper walnut dip that is sure to impress!

For those who enjoy a bold, slightly sweet, tangy, spicy, and nutty spread, this dish is a must-try. This delicious roasted red pepper dip will bring a touch of the Middle-East to your table making it a great addition to any gathering.

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Easy Roast Turkey with Gravy

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An Easy Roast Turkey with Gravy is simple to prepare. With just a few simple steps and aromatic ingredients, you can prepare a delicious, flavorful centerpiece that's perfect for your holiday table.

Roast turkey with slice cut off to expose cooked breast.

While a turkey takes time to roast, it requires very little hands-on effort. This easy recipe will guide you to a tender, juicy turkey with homemade gravy.

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Chickpea Broccoli Salad

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This Chickpea Broccoli Salad is an easy, protein-rich, hearty and gluten-free salad made with simple savory ingredients and tossed in a tangy lemon and olive oil dressing.

Bowl of chickpea and broccoli salad.

Looking for simple recipes that can be prepared and made ahead of time? You'll find this broccoli salad with chickpeas makes a perfect salad for meal prep. Make it on the weekend and enjoy it throughout the week.

Not only is this salad easy to make, but it's also wholesome, broccoli and chickpeas are high in dietary fiber, calcium and potassium.

This Mediterranean Pasta Salad is another easy salad that can be prepped ahead of time and perfect for weekday lunches or summer gatherings.

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Fattoush Salad

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This easy to make Fattoush Salad recipe is made with simple healthy ingredients, toasted pita chips and a bright zesty dressing made with olive oil and lemon juice.

Serving of Fattoush Salad in a bowl.

This Fattoush Salad is full of fresh and crispy vegetables, aromatic herbs and toasted pita chips. The fresh lemony dressing is packed with flavor and makes every bite of this amazing salad delicious.

This toasted bread salad is perfect for making use of leftover pita bread and for serving on hot summer days when you don't want anything heavy!

Serve this popular Lebanese salad as a light main course or a side dish to these Chicken Shawarma Kebabs and Kafta Kebabs. 

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Crescent Cookies

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These Crescent Cookies, also known as Moon Cookies, are a classic holiday and Christmas treat. Made with ground almonds and hazelnuts, then baked and rolled in confectioners' sugar, they have a melt-in-your-mouth texture that makes them irresistible.

Crescent cookies on large dish.

These crescent cookies are nutty, rich and buttery. They're delicious on their own and even better served with a good cup of tea or coffee! 

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Cardamom Shortbread

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This easy recipe for melt-in-your-mouth, flavourful and buttery Cardamom Shortbread cookies makes a perfect sweet treat for Christmas time and the holiday season.

Cup of tea with Cardamom Shortbread cookies.

Some of my favourite seasonal recipes for this time of the year include shortbread cookies. Shortbread cookies are a timeless treat and can be found on just about every baker's must make cookie list for Christmas and the holiday season. 

Shortbread cookies can be found plain made with only the essential butter, flour and sugar. Other varieties can include chopped nuts, chocolate or flavouring such as citrus or spices.

With so many flavor combinations possible, it wouldn't be difficult to fill a cookie tray with a variety of shortbread cookies alone!

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Chocolate Amaretti Cookies

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This recipe for Italian Chocolate Amaretti Cookies combines almond flour with a few simple ingredients for delicious dairy and gluten-free chocolate cookies.

Dish of chocolate amaretti cookies.

These chocolate almond cookies are soft, tender and chewy. They are not overly sweet and combine the terrific flavors of both chocolate and almond.

Perfect for holiday baking, these Italian chocolate almond flour cookies come together quickly and easily.

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Matcha Sugar Cookies

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These delicious and fragrant Matcha Sugar Cookies are made with green tea Matcha powder and are a twist on the classic vanilla sugar cookie recipe. Enjoy these soft and chewy matcha cookies plain or dress them up with a white chocolate drizzle and sparkles!

Matcha sugar cookies drizzled with white chocolate icing on white dish.

Did you know that you can bake green tea flavoured sugar cookies by adding matcha powder to your sugar cookie recipe?

Adding Matcha to your baked goods is also a perfect way to naturally add vibrant green color to your Christmas and holiday sweet treats without using any artificial food coloring.

As a bonus, adding pure matcha powder to sugar cookies is also a great way to add anti-oxidants to a recipe that would otherwise be devoid of any 😉.

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Curried Cashews

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These easy Curried Cashews made with whole raw cashews and curry powder are the perfect blend of spice and crunch and make a delicious and satisfying snack.

Bowl of curried cashews.

If you're a fan of curry and aromatic spices you will love these Curried Cashews. They're savory, crunchy and slightly sweet.

Just like these Maple Spiced Walnuts and these Rosemary Roasted Almonds, they make a great snack and are delicious served with drinks or as a part of a charcuterie board or grazing platter.

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How to Make them

This is an easy recipe for curry cashews made with simple ingredients. Here is an overview of the ingredients and instructions to make them. Please see the full recipe in the card at the end of the post.

Ingredients Overview

  • Raw cashews: I like to use whole cashews, it's ok if there are some broken pieces.
  • Pure maple syrup
  • Olive oil
  • Curry powder
  • Sea salt
  • Ground cumin
  • Ground coriander
  • Cayenne pepper

Steps Overview

  1. Preheat the oven with a rack placed in the middle of it. Line a baking tray with parchment paper. In a large bowl, add the maple syrup, olive oil, spices and salt, whisk to combine.
  1. Add cashew nuts to curry mixture and toss to coat the cashews with the spice mix. 
  1. Spread the cashews in an even layer on the rimmed baking sheet. Roast nuts in the oven for 10 minutes, stir the nuts, making sure they're still in a single layer and return to the oven. Roast for an additional 10 minutes until the cashews are golden brown. Remove the tray from oven and let the nuts cool on the baking tray.

Storage Instructions

To keep the curried cashews fresh, store in an airtight container such as a mason or glass jar in a cool and dry place.

Serving Suggestions

Serve these curried cashews as an appetizer or enjoy them as a snack. These spiced cashew are also great for topping salads.

Bowl filled with roasted curry cashews.

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Curried Cashews Recipe

If you're a fan of curry and aromatic spices you will love these Curried Cashews. They're savory, crunchy and slightly sweet. They make a great snack and are delicious served with drinks or as a part of a charcuterie board or grazing platter.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Indian
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan,
Keyword: Curried Nuts
Servings: 8
Calories: 320kcal
Author: Fida | Sweet and Savoury Pursuits

Ingredients

  • 3 Tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 Tablespoon mild curry powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon ground coriander
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne
  • 2 cups raw cashews

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, add the maple syrup, olive oil and spices, whisk to combine. Add cashews to spice mixture and toss to coat.
  • Roast nuts in the oven for 10 minutes, stir the nuts and return to the oven. Roast for an additional 10 minutes or until the cashews are golden brown.
  • Remove tray from oven and let nuts cool on baking tray, breaking up the clumps as they cool. Nuts will get crunchy as they cool.
  • Store in an airtight container in a cool and dry place.

Notes

  1. Nutrition facts are calculated based on one serving which is equal to ¼ cup Curried Cashews.
  2. Make sure to use raw unsalted cashews for this recipe.
  3. Store Curried Cashews in a mason jar or an airtight container and place them in a cool and dry place. The cashews should stay fresh for a few weeks.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 176mg | Potassium: 291mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 145IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 1.7mg

Vanilla Almond Granola

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An easy recipe for Vanilla Almond Granola made with rolled oats and almonds and without any refined sugars. Enjoy it for breakfast, a snack or in a parfait for dessert!

Top view of a mason jar filled with homemade vanilla almond granola.

This simple to make gluten-free Vanilla Almond Granola is made with pantry staples and includes old-fashioned oats, crunchy almonds, almond butter (though it can be omitted) and is lightly sweetened with pure maple syrup.

You'll find this crunchy granola made with wholesome ingredients is so easy to make at home that you'll no longer need to pick it up at the grocery store.

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Oat Coconut Cookies

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These Oat Coconut Cookies are the perfect blend of hearty chewy oats and shredded coconut. Made with simple ingredients, you'll love their crisp edges and soft and chewy centers!

Oatmeal and coconut cookies on board.

These thick Oatmeal Coconut Cookies are packed with texture and just the right amount of sweetness. They're perfect for a sweet snack and make a delicious addition to your afternoon tea.

For a refined sugar-free coconut snack option, try these Homemade Coconut and Seed Bars; they're naturally sweetened and great for on-the-go.

And if chewy oatmeal cookies are your thing, don't miss this popular recipe for Date Oatmeal Cookies, made with warm spices and chewy dates.

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Blueberry Spinach Salad

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This Blueberry Spinach Salad with blueberry Balsamic vinaigrette is perfect for enjoying blueberries while they're in season. Serve this summery savory fruit salad as a starter, a side dish or a light main course.

Perfect for enjoying at the height of blueberry season, this delicious summer salad is made with wholesome and tasty ingredients and includes tender baby spinach, plump blueberries, toasted crunchy pecans, creamy goat cheese and red onion. The salad is then dressed with a blueberry balsamic vinaigrette.

The flavor contrast between sweet and savory ingredients in savory salads that include fruit is incredibly delicious and will leave you wanting more.

For example, this Strawberry Spinach Salad with crunchy walnuts and this Watermelon and Feta Salad are both favorite recipes of savory salads that feature fresh fruit.

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Banana Oat Smoothie

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This Banana Oat Smoothie is a delicious breakfast smoothie that's easy to make and can be ready in five minutes, perfect for those busy mornings!

Banana oat smoothie in mason jar.

Made with nutritious ingredients, this smoothie is a great way to start your day. Breakfast smoothies such as this delicious banana oatmeal smoothie make a great option for a quick breakfast, healthy snack or post-workout recovery.

This banana smoothie has a sweet flavor, with a hint of cinnamon and vanilla. The oats add a nutty taste and complement the flavor of bananas perfectly.

Like this Blueberry Oatmeal Smoothie, this banana and oats smoothie is suitable for a gluten-free diet as long as you choose certified gluten-free oats. If you prefer green smoothies, you'll have to give this Pineapple Spinach Smoothie a try! And if you love oats in your baked goods, you'll want to check out this recipe for date and oat cookies.

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Oatmeal Date Cookies

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These easy to make, thick, soft and chewy Oatmeal Date Cookies are perfectly spiced and are great as a snack or a sweet treat with a cup of milk, tea or coffee.

Oatmeal cookies with dates on small white dish.

These classic oatmeal cookies are made with hearty oats and filled with pieces of sweet chewy dates. The addition of dates adds a caramel-like flavor to the cookies and compliments the cinnamon and nutmeg used to spice these cookies.

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Chicken Shawarma Kebabs

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This easy recipe for grilled Chicken Shawarma Kebabs can be made with either boneless chicken breasts or thighs and makes a delicious summer dish packed with Middle-Eastern flavors and perfect for BBQ season.

Grilled chicken skewers.

Perfect for your next barbecue, these Chicken Shawarma Kebabs are made of chicken breast pieces that are seasoned with a delicious combination of spices traditionally used for chicken shawarma.

In the Middle East, shawarma is made by layering and cooking the seasoned meat on a vertical rotisserie spit. Thin slices of meat are then cut off the outer layer and piled on to pita bread with your choice of chopped lettuce, sliced tomatoes, onions, pickles, chopped parsley and a hefty amount of tahini sauce!

Grilled Kafta Kebabs (made with ground beef) is another popular Middle-Eastern dish. They are incredibly easy to prepare and make a tasty summer meal.

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Lebanese Cucumber Salad with Yogurt (Khyar Bi Laban)

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This Lebanese Cucumber Salad with Yogurt is cool and creamy. Made with crisp cucumbers, fresh mint, garlic, and tangy yogurt, it's a classic Lebanese side dish that's refreshing and quick to make.

This easy cucumber and yogurt salad comes together in no time and can be served as an appetizer, a light meal with pita bread or a side dish along grilled meats such as these Kafta Kebabs or these Chicken Shawarma Kebabs.

Bowl of cucumber, yogurt and mint salad.

This fresh cucumber yogurt salad is very common in the Middle East and just like this Lebanese Potato Salad, it's a healthy, gluten-free and vegetarian favorite.

This flavorful dish is similar to Greek tzatziki, but is not as thick and is thought of as a salad rather than a dip. In fact, variations of this dish featuring different herbs and spices exist in different regions of the world.

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Lebanese Red Lentil Soup

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Made with pantry staples, this easy and quick to make vegan Lebanese Red Lentil Soup is an ideal recipe for a simple homemade weeknight dinner that can be ready in less than 30 minutes!

Bowl of red lentil soup topped with chopped parsley.

This Lentil soup, also known as Shorbat Adas in Arabic, is a healthy soup made with red lentils. It is a very popular soup and many variations of it exist throughout the Middle-East.

Red lentil soups are among my favorite soups to make. Red lentils are nutritious and cook up very quickly. They have a mild taste so they can be combined with so many different vegetables and spices. If you also love cooking with red lentils, don't forget to check out this Red Lentil Cauliflower Soup and this Sweet Potato Red Lentil Soup.

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Gingerbread Bundt Cake

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This Gingerbread Bundt Cake smells just like Christmas. Spiced with cinnamon, ginger, cloves and nutmeg, it's the perfect cake for celebrating the holidays.

Espresso Gingerbread Bundt Cake on cake stand.

The holidays are fast approaching and one of my favourite recipes to make during the holiday season is this Gingerbread Bundt Cake.

Made with molasses and fragrant spices such as cinnamon, ginger, cloves and nutmeg, it's a classic gingerbread cake with a twist. The espresso added to this cake gives it an even greater depth of flavour and reminds me of a gingerbread flavoured coffee drink.

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Red Lentil Cauliflower Soup

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This Red Lentil Cauliflower Soup with curry is flavorful, hearty and packed with nutritious ingredients. It's the perfect cozy recipe to warm you up on a cold day.

Bowl of creamy red lentil and cauliflower soup.

Inspired by Indian cuisine, this cauliflower and lentil soup is full of flavor due to the aromatic spices like curry, cumin, and coriander. If you've been craving something "curry-ish" but still want the comfort of soup, this recipe is a delicious option.

This healthy cauliflower soup is hearty, gluten-free and can easily be made vegetarian or even vegan.

If you prefer lentil soups without curry, try this quick and easy Lebanese Red Lentil Soup, it's a delicious budget-friendly meal.

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Pistachio Crusted Salmon

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This Pistachio Crusted Salmon is made with just a handful of ingredients and can be ready in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or an elegant main course for a dinner party. The crunchy pistachio topping transforms a simple salmon fillet into an exceptional dish that is sure to impress!

If you enjoy savory pistachio dishes, be sure to check out these delicious Pistachio Crusted Lamb Chops. And for a sweet take on pistachios, don't miss this tender and moist Pistachio Bundt Cake or these Pistachio Cinnamon Rolls.

Filet of pistachio crusted salmon on platter.

Salmon is a healthy dinner option, and this pistachio-crusted salmon filets recipe is incredibly easy to prepare. It includes just a few simple ingredients and can be ready in less than 30 minutes, which makes it a great option for unexpected guests.

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Fresh Peach Sauce

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This sumptuous Fresh Peach Sauce (stewed peaches) comes together in minutes and is perfect for topping ice cream and a variety of desserts. It's a wonderful way to use up all those sweet peaches you couldn't resist buying at the market!

Peach with bowl of peaches in background.

If you are looking for an easy recipe to make use of sweet and juicy seasonal peaches, this Peach Sauce made with fresh peaches will not disappoint. You'll find this sauce to be super versatile as it can be used to top a variety of desserts.

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Pear, Date and Walnut Loaf

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This easy to make spiced Pear, Date and Walnut Loaf cake is made with fresh pears and studded with sweet dates and crunchy walnuts. It's perfect for serving as a snack or light dessert!

Top view of Pear, Date and Walnut Loaf on wooden cutting board.

This Pear, Date and Walnut Loaf spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg is flavorful, tender and moist. It's only lightly sweetened with sugar as the dates add plenty of natural sweetness.

The toasted walnuts add a nice crunch to the loaf but can be omitted if you prefer not to have nuts in your bread.

If you make this pear loaf cake you'll find it bakes up beautifully and when you take it out of the oven the smell is intoxicating!

If you would like to try a similar recipe that doesn't include pears, this recipe for a simple Date and Walnut Cake is just as delicious!

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White Bean and Tuna Salad

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An easy recipe for a healthy White Bean and Tuna Salad dressed with a tangy Mediterranean dressing and loaded with high-protein and high-fiber ingredients.

Two bowls of white bean and tuna Salad with lemon and olive oil dressing served on the side.

My favorite salads are quick to make, filling enough for lunch, and versatile enough to double as a light dinner. This white bean tuna salad recipe takes just 15 minutes to make and is both satisfying and nutritious.

Plus, if you're looking for Mediterranean Diet recipes, this one is a winner as it's packed with heart-healthy ingredients, just like this Mediterranean Kale Salad and this Chickpea Broccoli Salad.

Cannellini beans, also known as white Italian kidney beans have a creamy texture and mild, earthy flavor. They are high in protein and fibre while remaining low in calories which makes them an excellent choice for keeping you feeling full longer. One serving of cooked kidney beans (about half a cup) contains about 125 calories, 8 grams of protein and 6 grams of fibre.

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Plum Upside-Down Cake

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This beautiful Plum Upside-Down Cake features plums in a delicious butterscotch sauce on top of a tender spiced cake. This plum cake recipe is easy to make and can be used to make a variety of upside-down cakes. Try this recipe with nectarines, peaches, pineapple, and even blueberries.

Plum Upside Down Cake on white dish with fresh plums in background.

This Plum Upside-Down Cake is a flavourful dessert with a cake base spiced with cardamom, cinnamon, and ginger. The cake is tender and moist and the plums are baked in a mixture of butter and brown sugar and become caramelized, jammy and sweet. This plum cake will certainly become a favourite in your household.

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Lebanese Tabbouleh

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This easy and healthy recipe for an authentic Lebanese Tabbouleh salad can be served on its own as a light meal or enjoyed as a side dish with grilled meats and fish.

Bowl of Tabbouleh salad.

Tabbouleh, also commonly spelled Tabouli, is a classic Lebanese vegetarian dish. It's often served in the Middle East as a side salad or as part of mezze (small dishes served as appetizers).

An authentic Tabbouleh salad recipe's main ingredients are fresh parsley, fine bulgur, fresh ripe tomatoes, scallions and mint. Differences in spices used are found depending on which region in Lebanon you are from.

For instance, many will add a pinch of cinnamon or a seven-spice blend. My Lebanese family uses salt, black pepper and a pinch of cayenne. Tabbouleh is dressed with a simple vinaigrette made with extra-virgin olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice.

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Lemon Poppy Seed Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

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This easy recipe for a made from scratch layered Lemon Poppy Seed Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting yields a delicious, tender and moist lemon cake.

A layered lemon poppy seed cake frosted with a lemon infused cream cheese frosting.

This lemon flavoured cake hits all the musts, it's moist, tender, perfectly lemony and sweet but not overly so. The cake is frosted with a luscious lemon-infused cream cheese frosting which tastes amazing with this cake and makes this dessert worthy of special occasions.

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Blackberry Scones

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These American style Blackberry Scones spiced with vanilla and just a hint of cinnamon are buttery, tender and flaky. Enjoy them plain, with a dusting of confectioner sugar or drizzled with a simple icing.

If you enjoy scones drizzled with an icing then you'll want to try these Blueberry Lemon Scones as well!

A close-up of an American style Blackberry Scone.

Perfect for brunch, an afternoon snack, or even a light sweet treat, these fresh Blackberry Scones are one of my favorite treats. 

If you haven't tried baking scones yet, you'll be pleased to know that homemade scones are fresher, tastier than store-bought, and can be ready to enjoy in under 45 minutes!

If you're a fan of baked goods that combine sweet and tangy flavors, you will really enjoy this Blackberry Scone recipe.

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Healthy Asparagus Soup

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This simple and delicious recipe for a creamy Healthy Asparagus Soup requires only basic ingredients and very little effort or time to make!

Creamy Asparagus Soup in white mugs.

One of my favourite spring seasonal ingredients is asparagus. Though it's available year round in supermarkets, its prime harvesting season in North America is from February to June, with April being the peak in the warmer climates and May and June for those of us living in cooler parts.

Asparagus tastes best and is most tender when it's fresh. And since it loses its flavour and nutritional benefits quickly after it's picked, it's best to buy local asparagus when possible.

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Irish Scones

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This is a delicious and easy afternoon tea recipe for homemade plain Irish Scones that rise high every time.

Best served freshly baked with butter, jam or honey, these flaky and buttery scones are sure to become a favourite!

Plate of Irish scones served with butter, mixed berry jam and a cup of tea.

With St. Patrick's Day quickly approaching, I thought it would be fun to share an Irish recipe for scones with you.

Since I wanted to share an authentic Irish scones recipe with you, I followed a recipe for traditional plain scones from Gemma Stafford, a professional chef from Ireland. Her recipe yields scones that rise high, are buttery, soft and flaky.

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Healthier Sugar Cookies

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This recipe for Healthier Sugar Cookies makes delicious, healthy cut-out chocolate chip sugar cookies perfect for sharing with your loved ones on Valentine's Day or anytime your heart desires!

Healthier heart-shaped sugar cookies.

With Valentine's Day quickly coming up I decided to spend some time baking something special for the kids. But with all the sweets we consumed over the holidays, I wanted to give them a treat that would be appealing and delicious as well as healthier.

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Spicy Chocolate Brownies

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These made from scratch, easy Spicy Chocolate Brownies are fudgy, rich, super chocolatey and spiced with a hint of cinnamon and cayenne.

Close-up of heart shaped Chocolate Spiced Brownies with chocolate drizzle and gold sprinkles.

Did you know the Mayans and Aztecs commonly added chile peppers to their chocolate drinks? In fact, throughout history, many cultures used chile peppers as an aphrodisiac. So it seems perfectly fitting that for Valentine's Day you would share a spiced chocolate concoction with your sweetheart!

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Rainbow Trout Fillets with Roasted Broccoli

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Make this easy one-pan recipe for Rainbow Trout Fillets with Roasted Broccoli for a light and delicious baked trout meal that can be ready in 30 minutes.

A serving of Baked Rainbow Trout Fillets with Roasted Broccoli on dish.

I'm really happy to be sharing this rainbow trout recipe with you. One of the most popular recipes on this blog is this baked rainbow trout dish. Just like that rainbow trout dinner, this one is also quick and easy to make, gluten-free, healthy, low-carb and really delicious!

I'm always looking for different ways I can serve rainbow trout. One-pan meals that can be prepared and cooked in 30 minutes are great for weeknights and super busy weekends and this sheet pan trout doesn't disappoint.

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Easy Black Bean Soup

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This Southwestern flavored Easy Black Bean Soup is hearty and healthy. Make it with canned black beans for a simple and quick one-pot meal. You can enjoy the soup chunky or blend it up for a creamy black bean soup!

Two bowls of black bean soup topped with sour cream and chopped cilantro.

Some of my favourite go to healthy recipes are those that can be made with staple ingredients. I know that as long as I have some good quality boxed broths, canned beans and a few other basic ingredients, I can get a delicious and healthy meal on the table quickly for the whole family to enjoy.

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Blueberry Oatmeal Smoothie

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Perfect for a quick and easy breakfast, this recipe for a healthy and filling Blueberry Oatmeal Smoothie can be made with fresh or frozen blueberries and is an excellent way to start your day.

Blueberry Oatmeal Smoothie flavoured with coconut, cinnamon and nutmeg served in glasses.

If you like the taste of oats but haven't tried them in a smoothie yet, I suggest you give this smoothie or this Banana Oat Smoothie a try next time you make a one. I bet you'll be pleasantly surprised by the taste.

The last thing I expected is that a smoothie could taste like blueberry pie. But that's exactly what I thought when I took my first sips of this Blueberry Oatmeal Smoothie.

The oats and coconut with the addition of vanilla flavoured yogurt, ground cinnamon and nutmeg make this oatmeal smoothie taste like dessert.

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Pineapple Spinach Juice with Ginger

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This homemade sugar-free Pineapple Spinach Juice with Ginger is delicious, refreshing and best of all full of nutrients and vitamins!

Pineapple Spinach Juice with Ginger served in small mason jars.

I first tasted green juice when I tried a store-bought kale and pineapple juice. I was hesitant at first since the colour wasn't the most appealing, but I tasted it anyway and found the drink very enjoyable.

Soon after drinking that green juice, I found myself craving it. Instead of picking it up from the grocery store, I decided to take my juicer out and make my own tasty green pineapple juice.

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Pineapple Spinach Smoothie

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Having a hard time getting enough greens in your diet? Try boosting your vitamin and nutrient intake with this easy vegan green Pineapple Spinach Smoothie made without banana.

Pineapple Spinach Smoothie

There are days where finding the time to eat right can be a daunting task. One of the quickest and easiest ways to remedy the situation is to get the essential vitamins and minerals your body needs in a fresh and easy to drink green smoothie.

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Rosemary Roasted Almonds

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A simple and quick recipe for homemade sweet and savory Rosemary Roasted Almonds that can be ready in less than 30 minutes. Coated with a flavorful combination of rosemary, spices, a touch of olive oil and maple syrup, they're simply irresistible!

Roasted and seasoned almonds in bowl.

These delicious roasted rosemary almonds are absolutely addictive and pair well with many different foods which makes them great for serving at a cocktail evening or dinner party. And just like these Mixed Spiced Nuts, they're always a hit!

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Easy Gingerbread Muffins

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Fill your home with the heavenly aroma of molasses, cinnamon, ginger and cloves with this delicious recipe for Easy Gingerbread Muffins.

Gingerbread Muffins still in baking pan.

These light, tender and moist gingerbread muffins, or what my kids like to call Christmas muffins, are sweetened with molasses and brown sugar and spiced with my favourite trio of warming spices: ginger, cinnamon and cloves.

They are so tasty and just like this Gingerbread Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting and these Chewy Ginger Cookies, we make these muffins every year during the holiday season.

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