There is nothing nicer than home grown beans. A fresh bean with that snappy crunch when you are eating them raw is priceless. You can’t get that crunch from shop bought beans, as they have been off the bush for too long. They are a warm season crop and are perfect for putting into summer…
These scrumptious, gluten-free turkey meatballs are a real crowd pleaser. In our recipe, traditional bread crumbs are replaced with a hearty portion of freshly grated Parmesan cheese, which results in a tangy, cheesy, turkey meatball. Additionally, the combination of spices and fresh herbs results in packing tons of flavor into each and every bite. These…
Sundays are the perfect time to read inspiring and uplifting quotes, don’t you agree? This will hopefully be a new feature here on Just Dabbling Along so I hope you enjoy! Have a wonderful week!
This recipe combines some of our favorite flavours of spring, especially asparagus! Did you know, I never tasted asparagus until I became an adult? As soon as I had it though, I was hooked. I love the classic paring of garlic and lemon with asparagus and this recipe combines that with another favorite, juicy shrimp….
Growing your own pumpkins is really good fun. Watching the vines grow, flowers blossom and tiny little pumpkins form is really exciting. They require between 6 to 8 hours of sunlight a day, rich soil improved with compost and lots of space or something to climb on. They are extremely easy to grow and can…
As the weather warms up, many of us begin to feel motivated to do a good spring cleaning in and around our homes. Spring cleaning is an essential part of clearing out the stuffy remnants of winter and making room for the new. There are a few misconceptions about spring cleaning, and it is important…
These rich and creamy mashed sweet potatoes are the perfect side dish for just about any holiday meal. However, they’re so quick and easy to make, you’ll want to enjoy them throughout the year. What’s more, sweet potatoes are as nutritious as they are delicious. They contain fewer calories and are higher in fiber, Vitamin…
This post is a guest post. St. Patrick’s Day, which falls on March 17th, is celebrated around the world. For many people this festival brings to mind Irish leprechauns, dressing in green and, of course, pints of Guinness. However, there is more to St. Patrick’s Day than just beer and fancy dress and this article…
It may not be the main staple of the Irish diet, but it is still an important vegetable featured in many traditional dishes. Whether it’s a hearty meal of Irish Bacon and Cabbage or Colcannon, a dish made with potatoes and cabbage, many Irish recipes call for this nutrient-rich vegetable. Why is Cabbage so Healthy?…
What better way to start your winter morning than with a nice warm bowl of oatmeal? We love experimenting with different concoctions and my kids enjoy their oatmeal both warm and cold. This Apple Plum Oatmeal uses ingredients that you probably preserved back in the fall, dried apples and dried plums (also called prunes) as…