by Olive the Best | Sep 8, 2023
The last of the summer days appear and suddenly you have a boatload of fresh fruit and vegetables — like these Italian plums we picked at my parents property on Gabriola. Delicious eating but there’s only so much you can eat at a time. What to do with...
by Olive the Best | Sep 7, 2023
Ready in 30 minutes this soup can make a hardy meal especially as we get into colder days. In this recipe we use the dark greensIf you like a higher protein version try using the white beans instead.Ingredients2 2 large leeks, white and pale green parts only, rinsed...
by Olive the Best | Aug 20, 2023
Combine the tangy flavour of our Lemongrass Mint White Balsamic with Persian Lime Oil and Sesame oil and you have a Thai flavour explosion that’s hard to beat. This will change your opinion of coleslaw- guaranteed!Ingredients3 cups green cabbage, shredded3 cups...
by Olive the Best | Jul 29, 2023
I absolutely love guacamole! I can’t imagine how I turned my nose up at avocados when I was young but it was guacamole that showed me the way to the flavour and benefits of eating this healthy fat. I thought I would share my version. Enjoy!Ingredients1 Avocado 1...
by Olive the Best | Jul 29, 2023
Granola seems to have an ongoing fan club. As the prices are rising for processed commercial many are turning to making their own. It’s so easy and this is yet another granola you can easily love!Ingredients6 cups old fashioned rolled oats1 cup cashews(or...
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