An easy, healthy side dish that's big on flavour! Hints of cumin and smoked paprika and a drizzle of honey - it's got that smoky sweet thing going on. Using the air fryer over the oven cuts the cooking time in half so you can have these on the table in 30 minutes or...
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It’s A Burrata Kind of Night
I'll admit I haven't quite been able to let go of summer yet. We still have the BBQ going and when we are grilling I like to have a big, beautiful salad on the side. One of my favourites, is mixed baby greens topped with prosciutto, blackberries, marcona almonds and a...
Chicken Parmesan Sheet Pan Dinner
Easy to prepare and a meal that the whole family will love. I use panko crumbs because they are lighter and crispier than regular bread crumbs - they work really well in this recipe. Feel free to swap in any of your favourite vegetables. Just make sure they are cut...
Loaded Hummus
Hummus is easy to make and when you add all the fun toppings, it's way better than store-bought! Creamy, smooth, lemony hummus topped with chopped castelvetrano and kalamata olives, sliced radishes, crumbled feta, heirloom cherry tomatoes and fresh torn basil. So...
Mini Cheese Stuffed Turkey Meatloaves
Made in a muffin tin with lots of garlic and Italian seasoning, these minis are stuffed with a generous amount of mozzarella and topped with your favorite marinara sauce. This recipe couldn't be easier and is kid-approved! I like to serve them with oven fries and...
Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon
One of my favourite recipes to prepare. Tender chunks of beef braised in red wine with mushrooms and pearl onions: it’s a classic and a labour of love. My version is a bit of a shortcut from the original recipe I learned in cooking school as not everyone wants to...
Simple Succotash
A perfect way to enjoy that sweet summer corn, or use frozen corn if fresh is unavailable. Succotash is a dish that was introduced to struggling early colonial settlers back in the 1700's by indigeous Americans. Composed mainly of corn, beans and assorted vegetables...
Acorn Squash Stuffed with Sausage, Apple and Sage
One of my favourite fall meals - sausage stuffed acorn squash. The filling features savory Italian sausage, diced apple, onions and fresh sage, stuffed inside perfectly roasted squash then topped with parmesan and broiled. A wholesome and easy to prepare recipe that...
Low Carb Breakfast Bowl
Start your day off right with a nutritious , low carb breakfast bowl. Skip the potatoes and sub in cauliflower rice! Sauteed with scrambled eggs and topped with crispy bacon, chopped spinach and 2 types of cheese, trust me you won't miss the potatoes! Here's...
Almond Chocolate Protein Bites
Quick and easy to make, these protein bites are filled with nutrient-rich ingredients and satisfy that sweet tooth! I like using stevia sweetened chocolate chips but you can always use your regular baking chips. My kids love these - they make a great afternoon snack...
Balsamic Chicken with Olive and Caper Dressing
My take on this popular recipe using ingredients you probably already have one hand. I use boneless skinless chicken thighs but you could certainly sub in chicken breasts or bone-in chicken pieces. Balsamic Chicken with Olive and Caper dressing This vibrant dish is so...
Hearty Chicken and Navy Bean Soup
A change from the usual chicken noodle, this soup has it all; bone broth, chunks of chicken, navy beans, bacon and swiss chard. Perfect dinner for a chilly night and even better the next day! Hearty Chicken and Navy Bean Soup Protein packed and so good for you! 5...