This week found me testing a bunch of tasty new recipes, like one-pot lentil stew and a vegan milk chocolate, as well as an allergy-friendly revamp of an old favourite?my Chia Power Doughnuts with a grain-free twist (sadly, these got off to a shaky start as I forgot baking powder in the first two trials…whoops!). I?ll be sure to share any successes that I have in the near future. By the way, do you have any Valentine?s Day recipe requests" I?d love to hear them while I?m brainstorming a few ideas next week. 

Q1. I?m trying to cut out all refined sugars. The only sweeteners I want to use are raw honey and maple syrup. Do you have any recipes for homemade milk chocolates that can be sweetened naturally" 
A. Hey Darlene, My Crazy Good Coconut Oil “Chocolate” Bark is really good and sweetened with maple syrup. It?s not a ?milk? chocolate, though you could try adding some soy or coconut milk powder for a similar version. I?ve been testing some milk chocolate recipes and will be sure to share if I make one I love! Q2. Hi! I am in love with your 8-Minute Pantry Dal: Two Ways and it?s on regular rotation in our house. I?m starting to think about Passover, which for many does not permit any beans, lentils, chickpeas, soy etc. Do you think I could make this without the lentils" 
A. Hey Andrea, I think my Pantry Dal can definitely be made lentil-less with a bit of adjustment! I?d suggest reducing the broth (since the lentils won?t be s...