Category: make ahead

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

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

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

Buddha Bowl (Bar) Party in the House

Who: Foodie friends Friday nights are always such a drag.  I want to celebrate making it through to the end of the week but I’m also too tired to do anything or host anyone, my house isn’t clean, dishes are still in the sink and I have no food in the fridge. Enter my brilliant… Read More

Baked Eggplant Parmigiana Rounds

Making sauce tonight, I needed something to fill me up so that I avoid the pasta bowl in front of me. Eggplants are filling and extremely flavourful. Tomatoes and fresh herbs help bring out the aroma of summer throughout the house. You will need: 2 medium to large eggplants 1 clove chopped garlic 2 cups… Read More

Mini Egg Mini Cheesecakes

Ok, here it is.  So many of you requested this easy dessert when I posted it so I scrambled to get it up in time for you to get all the ingredients. To be honest, it was a last minute idea that I wasn’t going to make until later in the week but my sister… Read More

Easy Peasy Coconut Lemon Cream Pie

Coconut cream pie is one of my favourite (and probably only) non-chocolate desserts.  There’s something about the pairing of lemon and coconut that makes it fresh and tropical.  This dessert is so easy, I’m a bit embarrassed about sharing it. As for healthy eating tips, this dessert is best shared with a big group of… Read More