Manhattan Clam Chowder

This is an easy chowder soup recipe you can even throw together on a weeknight. 

It’s a tomato-based clam chowder, often referred to as a Manhattan clam chowder. 

I’ve used canned clams because they are easy to find, but by all means, you can you fresh or frozen clams instead. 

Delicious Chocolate Fudge Brownies

A super simple chocolate fudge brownie that will brighten up anyone's day!

Tasty Pumpkin Loaf

 

This pumpkin loaf is unassuming, not too sweet, and subtly delicious. The recipe calls for butter, which makes it luscious. However, if you wish a lower fat version, I’ve substituted oil for butter, and been happy with the results.  

It is great for breakfast or with your afternoon tea.

Pumpkin loaf subtly delicious

Raisin Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Icing

Pumpkin Cake with Raisins, Walnuts and Cream Cheese Icing

Pumpkin Cake Freshly Out Of the Oven

This is a delightful cake, which can be served with or without cream cheese icing. 

It's moist and flavoured with cinnamon, all-spice and nutmeg. 

I used pumpkin puree, but if you wish, you could buy a sugar pumpkin, remove the seeds, roast it and use the cooked pumpkin inside instead. Sugar pumpkins are usually sold at Farmer’s Markets. 

Black Bean, Corn and Salsa Wrap

Black Bean, Corn and Salsa Wrap

This wrap recipe is easy to prepare during the week for your family!

It has black beans and corn plus salsa and cheese. Top the bean wrap with sour cream and cilantro, and it's a yummy meal.

In the recipe the black bean wraps are cooked in the oven but can also be grilled in a panini grill

Squash Lentil Stew

There are many different types of squash available this fall.  Take advantage of them by cooking up delicious soups and stews such as this tasty dish. 

Peanut Butter Granola Bar

 

Peanut Butter Granola Bar

This is a true energy bar, with loads of nuts, chocolate, raisins and peanut butter. 

Squash Hummus

Squash Hummus

This hummus is a kid-friendly dish. The squash adds a nice sweetness. It’s good served traditionally with pita bread, however it can also be served with raw veggies, crackers, cooked veggies, or in a sandwich. 

Parmesan Spaghetti Squash

Looking for a fun and simple side dish that will impress your family? This Parmesan spaghetti squash recipe will do the trick. Don’t forget to be generous with the black pepper. 

Breaded Pork Cutlets with Pineapple and Ginger Salsa

This is an easy fast recipe to make. The salsa is also good served with baked chicken. I have used both canned and fresh pineapple in this recipe with the same results.