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Smoothies

Healthy After School Green Apple Smoothie

Healthy Strawberry Milkshake Smoothie

5 Back to School Smoothies for Kids On The Go

Want More Energy? Kickstart Your Day With A Pineapple Green Smoothie

5 Simple & Healthy Blueberry Smoothie Recipes

5 Simple and Healthy Green Smoothies To Boost Your Energy

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Appetizers

These Easy Grilled Steak Kabobs Make the Perfect Appetizer

Our Christmas Eve Charcuterie Board is a Family Tradition

Delight Your Holiday Guests with Homemade Stromboli

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Breads

Gluten-Free Christmas Loaf with Figs, Walnuts and Cranberries

Wake Up To Gluten-Free Apple Banana Bread For Breakfast

A Hearty Gluten-Free Pumpkin Oat Bread For A Cool Autumn Day

Breakfast & Brunch

Did you Know? Canning’s Easy and Fun Too!

3 Ingredient Banana Coconut Pancakes

Celebrate 75 Years with Lilydale and This Divine Thanksgiving Turkey Quiche

Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats

A Melt-In-Your Mouth Spanish Omelette Made with Olives from Spain, Red Potatoes, and Manchego Cheese

Wholesome Bacon and Egg Bread Baskets Made with Natural Ingredients

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Cakes

Rich and Decadent Keto-Friendly Chocolate Cake

Gluten-Free Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Gluten-Free Brownie Coconut Ice Cream Cake

Celebrate Canada’s 150th with a Spectacular Jos Louis Cake

Gluten-Free Banana Snacking Cake

The Perfect Pair: Perfetto Espresso + Chocolate Cake

Cookies

The Easiest Coconut Macaroons You’ll Ever Make

Gluten-Free Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies with Quinoa Flakes

Gluten-Free Christmas Oatmeal M&M Cookies

Gluten-Free Chocolate Candy Cane Cookies

Healthy Banana Chocolate Cookies (Just 4 Ingredients!)

How Cute Are These Easter Bunny Butt Sugar Cookies!

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Desserts

A Sublime and Refreshing Lime Mousse for Summer

Throw a Victoria Day Party and Enjoy These Lemon Coconut Bars

The Easiest Coconut Macaroons You’ll Ever Make

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Cupcakes

Gluten-Free Hot Chocolate Cupcakes

St. Patrick’s Day Gluten-Free Rainbow Cupcakes

Gluten-Free Mocha Latte Cupcakes

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Main Dishes

A Simple Thanksgiving Menu That’s Budget-Friendly

Yes, You Need Caprese Steak in Your Life

Simple and Healthy Honey Glazed Salmon

Switch Things Up and Make It a Turkey Taco Tuesday!

A Hearty Potato Casserole and Fiery Appetizer for Brinner

Two Creative and Delicious Ways To Cook with Bacon

Muffins

Classic Gluten-Free Apple Muffins

Tasty & Healthy Gluten-Free Carrot Apple Muffins

Gluten-Free Apple Spice Snacking Muffins

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Salads

A Fall Salad with Roasted Butternut Squash and Apples

Sweet and Zesty Clementine Spinach Salad For Spring

Cold Beet Salad with Red Onions and Chives

An Elegant Prosciutto, Pear and Bocconcini Salad Appetizer

Achieve Your “Healthy and Easy” Salad Goals with Eat Smart

Springtime Pasta Salad with Radicchio + Goat’s Cheese

Sides

Chive and Garlic Brunch Potatoes #Foodiemamas

Creating Backyard Memories With Summer Barbecue Recipes

The Best Carrot Ginger Soup

Vegan

Homemade Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte #Foodiemamas

No-Bake Vegan Banana Cream Pie

Delicious Vegan Gluten-Free Buckwheat Pancakes

Vegan Frozen Banana Custard

How to Make Vegan Frozen Banana Custard

The Best Vegan No-Bake Cheesecakes Ever

Vegan Spicy Hot Chocolate

Hi, my name is I’m Emily Smith. I founded The Best of this Life in 2011 as a space to create, inspire, and live with purpose. I’m open-hearted, optimistic, joyful and believe that every day holds promise and possibility. I live in Ottawa, Canada with my loving husband and two wonderful children. I’m so glad you’re here and welcome the opportunity to get to know you!

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