Apr 16Easter Carrot CakeThis layered carrot cake has been the biggest hit of our Easter dinners for the past few years. Cream cheese icing layered between moist...
Mar 27Roast Lemon Chicken in our BakerHave you heard of beer chicken? Well this is that, just elevated! Our beautiful chicken baker holds the chicken upright, while steaming...
Jul 8, 2021Chocolate fondue Who says you can't have chocolate fondue in the summer? No one in our household! Take advantage of Ontario's strawberry season when it...
Jun 4, 2021Chocolatey Banana MuffinsThese mouthwatering chocolate banana muffins are out of this world. With loads of cinnamon and other spices, they will leave you wanting...
May 26, 2021Citrus Bundt Cake with Strawberries and CreamNothing reminds us more of the beginning of summer than this easy, moist citrus cake topped with fresh cream and berries. The zesty lemon...
May 19, 2021Baked Salmon with Mango SalsaThe sun is shining and it's heating up here in Ontario! Break out the margaritas, turn on the tunes and set up a little fiesta. (Did you...
May 13, 2021Kale Caesar SaladWe've voted. This delicious kale salad wins hands down vs the traditional romaine version. The dressing softens the kale and it really is...
May 9, 2021Strawberry Rhubarb GaletteIt's that time of year! The buds are budding, the birds are chirping, rhubarb is growing and local strawberries are popping up in...
Apr 30, 2021Pizza with Pear, Blue Cheese, Prosciutto and Lavender HoneyThe combination of the pear, blue cheese and lavender honey, mixed with fresh thyme is a flavour explosion. This pizza has no sauce, but...
Apr 26, 2021Lettuce Wraps with Asian SlawFresh, bright, and healthy- what more could you want for dinner? These lettuce wraps have everything we crave, and they are super simple...
Apr 22, 2021Sustainability at the Farm Let’s get things straight. We care about the environment. We care what our planet is going to look like in the future. The 2DA’s are not...
Apr 17, 2021Seedy Buttermilk BreadYou know that really easy no-knead bread that was all the craze last spring? Well, this isn't it. It's even easier! As there is no yeast,...
Apr 13, 2021Grilled Steak with Blistered TomatoesNow that it's bbq season again, we thought we'd share one of our favourite ways to serve red meat. We aren't big meat eaters, if we...
Apr 10, 2021Cut Flower Garden This year we are attempting a cut flower garden at Windswept Farm. We’ve had minor success with our veggie garden over the years. This...
Apr 8, 2021Quebec Split Pea SoupMama Apron here... As a kid growing up in Quebec, there was nothing better than spring. My brothers and I wore these super stylish...
Mar 30, 2021Burnt Basque CheesecakeThis is our kind of baking! Something you should actually try to burn... Well, it's more Laurie's (aka Mama Apron) kind of baking....
Mar 26, 2021The Ultimate Charcuterie Board When we can gather again (hopefully soon) these charcuterie boards are the perfect solution for a fun cocktail hour💕 Grab your...
Mar 23, 20215 Ingredient Banana PancakesIf you’re like us and crave pancakes more often than not, we've got the perfect recipe for you. This is not your traditional, make you...
Mar 19, 2021Orecchiette with Brussels and PestoCan you believe it’s the last day of winter? Yay! When there is still a chill in the air but you’re craving spring, this is the perfect...
Mar 16, 2021Maple Bourbon Crème BrûléeHave you ever heard of Wabanaki Maple? It's a Maple Syrup company based in a First Nations community in New Brunswick, Canada. It's...
Mar 9, 2021Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas with a Tahini SmearTo be honest, we made this just to practice our food photography. Little did we know that the platter would be licked clean about 5...
Mar 4, 2021Lemon Lavender SconesJust around the corner (okay, maybe two corners) from our farm, we are lucky to have the stunning Purple Hill Lavender Farm. Not only do...
Feb 28, 2021What's Behind the Aprons?Hey everyone! There are many new people here, so we want to share a little about ourselves! We are a mother-daughter duo living on a...
Feb 26, 2021Chia Seed PuddingGood morning! The sun is shining, the snow is sparkling; it looks to be the start of a stellar day. Before we get outside and hit the...
Feb 23, 2021Roasted Sweet Potato with Seared Sea ScallopsYou guys!! This not only looks fancy, it tastes extra fancy and it is sooo easy!! With a couple of ingredients, mostly things you have on...
Feb 19, 2021Healthy Breakfast Cookies The perfect way to start your day or for that 3:00 pm pick-me-up. This is basically an 'everything you eat in breakfast form' type of...
Feb 16, 2021Crispy Harissa Chicken ThighsFollow our blog on Bloglovin' If you don’t own harissa, what are you waiting for? It’s a delicious sauce made from roasted red peppers...
Feb 12, 2021Explosion of Love Pie The title says it all. This is the perfect pie for Valentine's Day or really anyyyytime! Who needs a card or chocolate when you can gift...
Feb 9, 202121 TV shows to get you through the rest of this winter & some yummy snacksOne of the biggest questions everyone seems to be asking, “Have you watched anything good lately?” Here is a list of our new absolute...
Feb 5, 2021Smash BurgersWhen your bbq is covered in snow, this is the next best thing… actually we think it might be even better! Thin, diner-style burgers...
Feb 2, 2021Cheesy Cauliflower Lentil GratinOur healthy but delicious version of a Sheppard's Pie. Don't know about you guys, but this second (or is it third?) lockdown is really...
Jan 29, 2021Beets with Oranges, Dukkah and Mint What is dukkah you ask? It’s a traditional Egyptian spice blend, made from a combination of toasted nuts, seeds and spices. It can be...
Jan 25, 2021Carmelita BarsCrumbly, chocolatey, caramely, ooey goodness! These bars are not only easy to prepare (other than the time it takes to unwrap the...
Jan 21, 2021Veggie Moroccan StewTry this stew to brighten up these dull winter days. The colours alone make us happy! Once it starts to simmer, the yummy aroma will perk...
Jan 17, 2021Our Barn RenovationOne of our favourite places on our farm is our barn. It is over 100 years old and we are sure it has stories to tell. It has housed...
Jan 9, 2021Penne Alla VodkaWithout fail, whenever we go to an Italian restaurant for dinner, someone in our family always orders penne alla vodka. It's a simple...
Jan 4, 2021Carrot Orange Ginger SoupA couple of weeks ago we stumbled across a fantastic carrot soup in the freezer section of a local grocery store. We had to recreate it...
Dec 31, 2020Cranberry Brie BitesThe perfect way to start a New Year (especially this one) is with these easy and delicious Cranberry Brie Bites. Made with store bought...
Dec 29, 2020Jalapeño Corn BreadYou asked so here it is! All made in one bowl, this could be one of the easiest recipes ever. The sweetness of the bread with a kick of...
Dec 27, 2020Turkey ChiliYou can't go wrong serving this chili on a snowy day this winter! This is a healthy alternative to typical beef chili and it takes just...
Dec 24, 2020Brunch BoardWe've got your Christmas morning brunch covered! After the frenzy of the morning, take a couple of minutes to put together this yummy...
Dec 22, 2020Easy Restaurant Worthy Ramen BowlsDuring the holidays it’s sometimes hard to eat healthy. Everywhere you look there seems to be baked goods or comfort foods wanting to...
Dec 14, 2020Delicious Deconstructed Lasagna Can you say easy? This lasagna recipe is on the table in just about 45 minutes and it's a simple way to enjoy a meal that would usually...
Dec 10, 2020Dessert Charcuterie BoardWe all know and love classic charcuterie boards, but we decided to put a twist on it and make a dessert board for the holiday season....
Dec 7, 2020Our Holiday Table This holiday season is going to feel very different from the ones we have seen before. No gatherings, and only immediate family. But...
Dec 3, 2020Fabric Gift WrappingWho says don't judge a book by its cover? Sometimes it's hard not to, and in this case what's on the outside is quite special too. We...
Nov 30, 2020Gingerbread Spice Cake with Ricotta IcingIt seems almost everyone is getting into the holiday spirit earlier than normal this year. We really all do need some cheer around here....
Nov 26, 2020Sausage Squash Gnocchi RoastComing up with dinner ideas going into our 39th week of quarantining is getting a little boring, no? Well, you're in luck. Here's a sheet...
Nov 23, 202020 Top Picks- Gift Guide from One of a Kind Show2 Dirty Aprons have done the work for you. We've walked the virtual isles of the One of a Kind online show and picked our favs of the...
Nov 20, 2020Flaky Pie CrustMastering the perfect pie crust seems easy enough, right? A few simple ingredients mixed together, rolled out then baked. No problemo!...