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5 Recipes for DIY Spring Cleaning

Many of the products we use while spring cleaning our homes are filled with ingredients that have negative long-term effects on our health and environment. For example, ammonia, sodium hydroxide and triclosan are some of the culprits found in products ranging from laundry detergents to glass cleaners. These ingredients can linger on surfaces and are …

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Pho Fried Rice Recipe

For those of you who enjoy that pho taste, this recipe gives you a creative twist while keeping those authentic Vietnamese flavors in mind. “Pho broth infuses the rice with savory notes of ginger, onion and spices in this fun twist on the Vietnamese noodle soup,” shares Tom Filippou, executive chef for President’s Choice Cooking …

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Cod and Dill Fish Cakes with Spring Pea Salad

Put a twist on the traditional with melt-in-the-middle fish cakes Everyone would love to cook up something new in the kitchen, but sometimes time and the effort it takes hold us back. The best way to overcome this is by incorporating a new flavor or a twist on a traditional product to help add novelty …

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Turkey and Mushroom Skewers with Peanut Sauce

Perfect for barbecue season, this meal is a great low-work recipe that can be made while basking in the nice weather or spending time with family or friends. By combining both mushrooms and turkey smothered in a delicious peanut sauce, this recipe from Family Feedbag creates a flavorful dish that everyone is sure to love. …

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5 Ways to Teach Kids to be Environmentally Friendly

Have you ever thought about what you can do to be more green? A great way to start is by teaching your kids about foods and gardens to help them build a deeper appreciation for the environment. 1) Teach your kids about seeds and where they come from. A good starting place is putting a bean …

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Simple Cupcake Recipe

Save time on baking with this simple cupcake recipe. Most Canadians say they enjoy spending time baking, but wish it took less time, according to a recent survey by Becel. Try these tips to add love to your baking without taking time out of your day. Keep ingredients in one cupboard to make clean up …

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Fresh and Light Veggie Pad Thai

Author: Sonja Goedkoop, MSPH, RD This versatile one-pot packs plenty of vegetables, plant protein, whole grains and flavorful herbs. Pad Thai may look daunting, but you can use any vegetables you have on hand and it takes just 15 minutes to cook. Restaurant versions use fried rice and heavy sauce. This healthy homemade recipe tastes better …

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A Festival Of Food For Cinco De Mayo

May is one of the nicest months of the year; the weather is warming up, flowers are in bloom and summer is near – also during the month of May one of the most colorful and happiest holidays are celebrated by a fun loving group of people who love color, song and dance and good …

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Coffee Gives a Kick to Spring Party Refreshments

Spring brings with it new reasons to celebrate. Warmer weather and longer days create the perfect atmosphere for a lively afternoon cocktail party or a weekend get-together with friends. Add fresh flavor to your spring menus by incorporating an unusual ingredient like coffee into your snacks and drinks. This added detail will make your party …

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Mother’s Day Craft: Painted Terracotta Flower Pots

Since Mother’s Day is only a few days away, I thought that I would post one final craft that you can do with your kids. I actually thought of these when I was at the grocery store and I was passing the flower department.  There were small terracotta pots with paint brushes and paint sold …

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