Category Archives: Condiments

No-Tomato Ketchup

Posted on March 14, 2019 by Charlie Rioux

Whether you are avoiding salicylates, amines, glutamates and/or nightshades, tomatoes are out of your diet. Because of the many different food chemicals in tomatoes, they are also considered part of the “Itchy Dozen” for eczema. Avoiding them can be difficult … Continue reading →

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Vegan Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie with Gravy (oil-free, gluten-free)

Posted on October 14, 2014 by Charlie Rioux

Shepherd’s pie is definitely a childhood favourite, and a perfect comfort food meal for those colder days that just started. Although I liked the traditional corn-meat-potato mix as a child, I have been loving experimenting with different veggie fillings for … Continue reading →

Posted in Beans/Legumes, Casseroles, Condiments, Entrées, Gluten-free, Nut free, Oil free, Sauces, Soy free, Thanksgiving | 1 Comment

Fresh Mango and Tomato Salsa

Posted on July 12, 2013 by Charlie Rioux

Have you ever made your own salsa? Easy to make, you can adapt it to your taste which will definitely make it better than the store-bought kind… and healthier too! For a summery salsa, I decided to make one with … Continue reading →

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Easy Homemade Gift: Spiced Olive Oil

Posted on November 16, 2010 by Charlie Rioux

November 16: first Christmas gift done. This year, I decided to make my Christmas gifts – the best way to give an extra-special gift that is also wallet friendly. They are all planned except for one and I can’t wait … Continue reading →

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A Gift for my Grandmother

Posted on October 8, 2010 by Charlie Rioux

Good afternoon! Finally it is Friday! Even though I’m going to pass all weekend studying, I’m relieved the week is over. This morning’s breakfast was two Apple Muffins. I also had jasmine pearls tea. I had a class until 11:30 … Continue reading →

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