Holiday Mom Savers
Christmas Morning Make Ahead Recipes BUTTERMILK COUNTRY CARROT CAKE Packed with wholesome Ontario Carrots, carrot cake always makes a great after-school snack. This easy stir-together is chock full of carrots, iron-rich raisins and low-fat buttermilk. Preparation Time: 30 minutes Baking Time: 1 hour Serves 12 to 16 2/3 cup (150 […]
Spooky Treats for Halloween
Back to School Breakfasts
Get Cracking in the Morning with these Large Batch Egg Recipes Watch as Julie demonstrates three fresh egg recipes to get kids going in the morning. Large batch recipes make it easy to provide your kids with delicious breakfast options packed with protein and fresh ingredients. Recipe links below: > Baked Oatmeal Cups […]
Fall into Freshness
Prepare for back to school with fresh food ideas Salads Stuffed Tomatoes Combine cooked Ontario corn kernels with diced Ontario tomato, sweet green pepper, green onion and minced fresh parsley. Split fresh Ontario tomatoes in half, hollow out and fill with mixed ingredients. Add a splash of your favourite vinaigrette dressing. […]
Homemade Hot Chocolate and Marshmallows
Whether you are watching the Santa Claus parade, wrapping a gift or just snuggling up with the kids and a great holiday book, stay warm this holiday season with these cozy homemade hot chocolate and marshmallow recipes. Wrap up the hot chocolate mixes as pretty Christmas gifts, the easy treat will always be a hit with […]
Back to School with Mom in the Know
We are back to school and quickly settling into our routines. Luckily, my kids have not be overwhelmed with homework yet as they ease back into the school year. I know it is coming and this year I am going to be prepared. I want to make sure that my kids are set up […]
Cool as a Cucumber
They are low in calories, they add a delicious crunch to a veggie platter and add refreshing taste to water. You just can’t get much cooler than that. Cucumbers serve up a good dose of fiber, minerals and vitamins and a whole lot of refreshment. At 95 per cent water […]
Family Day Fun – tarts, muffins and experiments
MAPLE SYRUP Maple Butter Tarts Preparation Time: Not Available Cooking Time: Not Available Servings: 10 to 12 tarts Ingredients: Baking Time: 15 to 20 minutes 1/4 cup (50 mL) butter, softened 1/4 cup (50 mL) firmly-packed brown sugar 1 egg 1/2 tsp (2 mL) vanilla 1/2 cup (125 mL) Ontario Maple Syrup 10 to 12 unbaked tart […]
Golden Scrambled Eggs with Fresh Tomato Salsa
This attractive and tasty brunch dish is simple to prepare. The secret to these creamy eggs is to cook them slowly over low heat without overcooking. For convenience, chop the tomatoes and green onions for salsa the day before. Preparation Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: 12 minutes Servings: 6 Ingredients: Salsa: 2 large Ontario Greenhouse Tomatoes, seeded and […]
Cooking up Life Skills
Welcome kids into the kitchen with help and resources from registered dieticians and Dairy Farmers of Canada. Summer’s longer evenings and relaxed schedules afford us more time to prepare and enjoy meals as a family. It is the perfect time to welcome your kids into the kitchen to teach them about food, meal planning and […]
