I often struggle to make delicious sides that the kids will eat too. Often the vegetables I like get the cut eye and no thank you. The ones they like are always the same. Broccoli, beans and salad are often on repeat, with persistent begging for each bite. This recipe was one that made both… Read More
Category: Dinner
Spaghetti Alla Carbonara
Carbonara is usually on my Friday night menu because it’s one of those tasty dishes that take very little time to prepare and use common ingredients (eggs, cheese, spaghetti). You may need to pick up some pancetta or keep a package in the freezer for ‘one of those days’. One of the most important steps… Read More
The Easiest and Quickest Honey Maple Glazed Salmon
Ready in 20 minutes Serves 4-6 people This salmon is easy and quick for those nights when you don’t know what to make. I wish dinner could be like this every night. The trick to cooking the salmon is high temp for short time. Overcooking will dry it out. Lemon and thyme are wonderful… Read More
Mini Beef Wellingtons
Ready in 40 minutes. Cook time 20 min. Serves 8 people This is the ultimate hosting dish. You can prepare it ahead of time and bake just before serving and modify it to make a large roast if you want too. No matter how or when you make it, taste and quality ingredients will make… Read More
Brown Rice Stuffed Mushrooms
Ready in 35 minutes Serves 8 people Difficulty Level: medium Looking to get your entertaining game on? It’s all about the rice this season as this key ingredient takes the win for a double time. Not only can it be prepared ahead of time to help save you time and stress , it’s delicious flavour… Read More
Turkey, Kale and Mushroom Stuffed Roasted Butternut Squash
Who says “stuffed” has to be stuffing? Not any more. Do you ever wish you could indulge in your favourite dishes without feeling that guilt? I’m happy to say it’s completely possible, with some planning and creative choice of ingredients. I try to cut carbs and sugar whenever I can when I’m creating new recipes.… Read More
Peach Cherry Oat Crumble
At this time of year, I tend to over buy the beautiful fruits that are in season especially because where I live, the season is very short lived. The peaches here are unbelievable and as the air gets a bit cooler at night, this recipe reminds me of all the sweet smelling desserts that are… Read More
Fig, Caramelized Onion and Scamorza Tart
Is the old saying true, that “Necessity is the mother of invention?” Hmm. Well in this case I’ve been trying to get rid of all of the food that’s been shoved into my freezer at the same time, using up all the beautiful produce that I see at the grocery store. I tend to over… Read More
Eggplant and Pepper Salad
It’s been a while since my last post. I’ve been cooking so much and meaning to share every moment of it…. the truth is, recipe writing takes time. First I check recipes to make sure they are easy to follow and are grammatically correct (I am a teacher after all, and everyone knows how much… Read More
Spelt Fusilli with Tomatoes, Prosciutto Cotto, Mushrooms, Olives and Spinach
Sometimes the last minute, impromptu pasta recipes are the best ones. This was made with a few ingredients I located in my fridge. I noticed that a lot of my pasta recipes are either vegan 🌱 and white (meaning no sauce/tomato) or tomato based with a protein vegetable combination, like this recipe. I didn’t want… Read More