Natilla is a Colombian custard-like dessert made with milk, cinnamon and coconut. This sweet treat is traditionally served alongside fried Buñuelos at Christmas time. Every Christmas my mom and I get a bit carried away with our holiday baking. We love giving homemade … [Read more...] about Natilla (Colombian Custard)
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Spiced Hot Cocoa
This spiced hot cocoa recipe combines cinnamon, nutmeg and star anise to create a hot cocoa drink that's full of comforting flavours. Once the cooler weather hits, I start to crave all the warm drinks that Starbucks and Tim Horton's have to offer. They always sound so … [Read more...] about Spiced Hot Cocoa
Thai Red Curry with Chicken and Pineapple
This homemade Thai red curry recipe is so easy, you won't even think about ordering takeout tonight. This post has been sponsored by Maple Leaf Prime. One of my favourite take-out dishes is Thai red curry with chicken and pineapple. I used to order it all the time from … [Read more...] about Thai Red Curry with Chicken and Pineapple
Persian Rice with Potato Tahdig
Persian Rice with Potato Tahdig is an Iranian dish with perfectly steamed saffron rice and crispy fried potatoes. This is my ultimate comfort food! If there is one single recipe that sums up my childhood, it's this one. This Persian rice dish has been a staple in my … [Read more...] about Persian Rice with Potato Tahdig
Apple Cinnamon Steel Cut Oatmeal
Apple cinnamon steel cut oatmeal is an easy healthy breakfast! This apple cinnamon steel cut oatmeal is what I've been eating for breakfast most days since finding out that I've got prediabetes. The soluble fibre in oatmeal is said to help control blood sugar levels and … [Read more...] about Apple Cinnamon Steel Cut Oatmeal
