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Last night I was happily eating my favourite healthy dessert when the thought came to me…

“Charissa, you haven’t shared this piece of heaven on your blog yet…”

So today’s missions to share one of the yummiest AND ridiculously simple treats ever. It’s pretty low in Continue reading »

Want the quickest, easiest soup recipe ever?

This recipe is exactly that. Growing up, I remember having this for lunch when we were all in a hurry and just wanted something quickly…or for those times unexpected company popped in for lunch.

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While I love stashing store bought bars in my bag for when I’m out and about, it can get a little pricey.

That’s why, from time to time, I like to make a big batch of homemade bars. I will wrap each bar in plastic wrap and freeze most of them until I need them.

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Staying healthy during the holidays is a bit of a challenge. There’s so much delicious temptation at your beck and call all day long.

Thankfully, there are some things we can do so we don’t fall completely apart at the buffet table. For Continue reading »

It’s nearing the end of November and there’s nothing more I’m enjoying than hot, steaming soups. My sweaters and fuzzy socks are being occupied more frequently, Christmas music is starting to play, and those dark, cozy dinners are made that much more delicious with a hot bowl of goodness.

Whether it’s Continue reading »

I haven’t been around on Colourful Palate much lately…and I miss it. Right now I’m trying to learn how to balance everything with college, freelancing, family, and social life. I guess my blog is the first thing to go!

However, I’m going to Continue reading »

I don’t know about you, but I have a serious love for peanut butter. A serious love.

I put it in everything.

Yesterday morning I had it in my Favourite Oatmeal and all week long I’ve been having it in my Continue reading »