AmandaChampagneYogi

self care made easy (my 3 pillars of wellness)

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Hiya Beautiful!Why is it so hard to squeeze a few precious minutes of self-care into our lives? I bet you've struggled more than a few times to create or stay consistent with healthy rituals — you know... the ones that allow you to connect…
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Pasta with Greens and Beans

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How I love thee pasta! It's the Italian in me. But there is something seriously comforting about a big bowl of pasta on a cold dreary night. This Pasta with Greens and Beans recipe is AMAZING for a few reasons. First it's super easy to prepare.…
Amanda Stansfield

Sweet Potato Dahl

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I'm on a roll at the moment creating new recipes and having so much fun in the kitchen with my girls. Having everyone at home, is forcing me to come up with fresh ideas on recipes I know we all love. Curry and Daal are two of our favourites…
Amanda Stansfield

Simple Red Lentil Dahl

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This crazy Simple Red Lentil Dahlis on repeat at our house now the weather has gone a bit chilly. It is the perfect immune boosting plant based recipe and so versatile. You can get creative and add any extra veggie you have on hand, or swap…
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Roasted Delicata Squash

My favourite squash is Delicata Squash, and not just because you don't need to peel it (you can eat the skin!). I love it's sweet and smooth texture and how easy it is to cook. You can slice it in half, stuff and roast, but I prefer roasting…
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Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Fresh Pomegranate Seeds

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Roasted Brussel Sprouts are one of my favourite vegetables. When I once added a massive handful of juicy fresh pomegranate seeds they quickly became a hit at our house.If you've never been a fan of brussel sprouts or only had them boiled…
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Roasted Rainbow Carrots

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Deliciously seasoned roasted rainbow carrots are an incredible festive edition to any dish you are serving. We make roasted veggies at least once a week – they are a yummy addition to my favourite Kale Salad recipe, a dish on their own or…
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Herbed Cauli’ Rice

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This Herbed Cauli' Rice recipe is the most delicious rice alternative I've made yet! Whenever possible I swap out grains for plants. I love sneaking in a few more veggies when I can, especially if I save prep or cooking time.Rice tends to…
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Garlic Dill Chickpeas

Garlic Dill Chickpeas are hands down one of Serena’s favourite school snacks. We came across a very similar recipe in the deli at our local co-op. It was motivation for us to create our own version using dill as a twist. Chickpeas, or more…

Stuffed Squash Blossoms

Squash Blossoms have to be one of our favourite purchases from the farmers market during the summer months. For some unknown reason here in Seattle they are crazy expensive, while in NY and LA I’ve seen vendors give them away for free. Here…

Sauteed Bok Choy

As much as I love kale and don’t get me wrong I eat it almost daily, sometimes you just need a break from it. Bok choy, often served in Asian restaurants is one of my favourite alternatives. It is a member of the cruciferous family – cabbage,…