This is an easy weekday black-eyed pea dish that is mildly spiced. The creamy coconut milk goes so well with earthy black-eyed peas and tones down the heat of the spices. There is really no bean quite like black-eyed peas, and this recipe was the result of a sudden craving for them. The ingredient list might seem a bit long, but really this comes together in hardly any time at all. Mushrooms are always a favorite in my kitchen, so this dish highlights the goodness of succulent mushrooms combined with the beans, spices, tomatoes and coconut milk. Be sure to add this recipe to your bucket list. You won't regret it.

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Wraps are always a favorite in my kitchen, and this time around I wrapped up some slightly spicy roasted sweet potatoes and chickpeas served along with a tangy tahini lemon sauce. They don't take very long to make at all. Once the chickpeas are boiled, everything gets tossed together with aromatic spices and then popped into the oven. The sauce is easily whipped up while the vegetables and chickpeas are roasting.

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Canadian winters are cold, but there is always room for a salad to brighten up the table. Especially when you balance the earthy goodness of lentils with some chewy rye berries and toss in some sun-dried tomatoes, marinated onion, fresh herbs and a bit of spice. Served up on a bed of baby kale leaves, this a complete meal. Sometimes the simplest flavors are just what you need. Serve with some biscuits to fill it out if you please.

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This might indeed be the easiest and tastiest fudge I've ever made, and it's not your typical fudge. This delicious confection is made with toasted chickpea flour with a dash of cardamon and some lightly toasted sesame seeds. These days most everything I make is dairy-free, but this time around I went with butter. If you want to make it vegan, use coconut oil instead. I'm sure it would be just as good.

Slightly crumbly yet creamy at the same time, the taste and texture of this fudge reminds me of both halva and buttery shortbread — a none-too-sweet shortbread halva if you wish. All you need is a few small bites for a boost of protein. Once again, I've made a treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast without guilt, and this would make a fantastic Christmas treat for those looking to cut down on the seasonal decadence. These did not last long. But if you have any leftover, store them in the refrigerator in a covered container.

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