Cut the broccoli crowns into bite-size florets. Peel the broccoli stems and cut them into bite-size pieces. Transfer to a salad bowl and add the carrots, raisins, green onions and cranberries. Toss gently. Combine the vinegar, mayo, maple syrup, and pepper in a small bowl. Pour over the broccoli mixture…

Microwave the popcorn in a ceramic bowl for 3 mins with lid on. Separate the popped corn from the dry corn. Microwave the rest of the corn for another 1 minute.  Sprinkle a few drops of maple syrup and give it a good shake in a closed container.

In large stainless steel pot crush 3 cups blueberries with a potato masher or a big ladle Add remaining berries, maple syrup, lemon juice and lemon rind. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and boil for 15 to 20 minutes or until thick, stirring often. Ladle jam into hot…

Heat the water in a large soup pot. Add the onion, yam, carrot, and celery. Cook over medium heat, stirring often, for about 7 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften. Add all the remaining ingredients, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the…

Combine the water, potato, onion, garlic, celery seeds, thyme, marjoram, turmeric, and pepper in a large soup pot. Place over medium heat, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender. Stir in the chickpeas and the bean cooking liquid. Remove from the heat and let…

Blend all the ingredients in a food processor. Refrigerate until ready to use. Will store in refrigerator in airtight container for 4-5 days. Use this mayo in the following recipes: Mock Tuna Salad Brocoli Salad Potato Salad

Steam the potatoes until just barely tender when pierced with a knife, about 10 minutes. Do not overcook. Transfer to a large bowl and add the onion, celery, bell pepper, parsley, and dill weed. In a separate bowl, combine the mayonnaise, vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix well. Add to…

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. 2. Place the yams in a 9 x 13-inch baking dish. Top with the apple, cranberries, and raisins. Sprinkle with the sugar, and pour the orange juice over all. Cover and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the yams…

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Wash the outside of the squash and carefully puncture it with a fork in 5 different places. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, until tender when pierced with a knife. Set aside to cool. Do not turn off the oven.…

1. Spread the hummus thinly on the tortillas. Add the carrots and lettuce. Roll up each tortilla and secure with 5 evenly placed toothpicks. Slice into 5 individual rolls per tortilla (one toothpick per roll). 2. Serve Veggies in a Blanket immediately or cover tightly and store in the refrigerator…