Breakfast

Love Freezer Egg Sandwiches for a convenient make-ahead breakfast! Before I was pregnant, I enjoyed my leisurely weekend morning routine and didn’t mind the extra kitchen time. However, as I enter into my last month of pregnancy, I’m now fully engaged in freezer prep-mode, creating fast, make-ahead options to enjoy when I inevitably find myself […]

This Ricotta Toast with Blistered Tomato is the perfect way to use up your garden harvest. After all, Ontario tomato season is wrapping up in September. Nevertheless, my Blistered Tomato Ricotta Toast recipe is a 15-minute meal that’s sure to inspire your next breakfast, lunch or dinner. Finally, be sure to add that olive oil drizzle […]

Peach Oatmeal is the perfect way to celebrate our final days of summer. In fact, I cannot believe that we just entered September. Nevertheless, Ontario peaches are still in season (from July until September). Today’s Cinnamon Peach Oatmeal adds a beautiful balance of sweetness, savoury and crunch with chia and pumpkin seeds. Peaches are in […]

Simplicity is key. Food does not have to be complicated to be nourishing and delicious. This Skyr Yogurt Parfait is currently one of my favourite pregnancy snacks. Additionally, it gives me a nice boost of protein and calcium. In fact, I wrote an entire blog all on Skyr Nutrition and compared its nutrition to regular […]

Pepper Ring Eggs are the perfect addition for a quick, easy, but impressive breakfast option. After all, breakfast or brunch is the favourite meal of the day for so many of us! This recipe is featured on my latest CHCH TV segment and our latest blog post, 15 Minute Cottage Meals. Generally, we want high […]

These Mango Oatmeal Muffins are sure to be enjoyed by the whole family. Love adding fresh (or frozen) fruit to baking because it adds the perfect moisture and sweetness. Plus, we get an extra bump of vitamin C, potassium and vitamin A. After all, muffins are perfect to prep-ahead and store in the freezer for […]

An Avocado Egg Plate is a work of art. However, don’t let the beauty mislead you into thinking this is a challenging dish to make. It’s not. Nevertheless, you are sure to love the flexibility of this super easy recipe and the ability to prep ahead. After all, hard-cooked eggs are a fridge staple for […]

These Garlic Chili Smashed Potatoes are crispy and delectable! If you are a fan of flavourful, poppable chips, these are the crunchy potatoes for you. The “smash” technique allows you to boil the potatoes first and use a fork to smash them before roasting in the oven to finish. Plus, you don’t even have to […]

These Spinach Lemon Ricotta Pancakes are UNREAL! They’re not only flavourful but also soft, with an ideal moist texture. Additionally, you will love the vibrant green colour for St. Patrick’s Day. Or perhaps you’re serving these as “Ninja” or “Hulk” pancakes, as I would for my nephew. Also, if you are curious about the nutrition […]

Happy Heart Month! To celebrate, we have a delectable, Mediterranean Flatbread with a Poached Egg recipe. This is truly an ANY time-of-day meal – breakfast, lunch or dinner. Additionally, it’s good for your ticker. When it comes to heart-health, the goal is to emphasize nutrient-rich antioxidants and minerals that reduce inflammation and potential plaque build-up. […]

Peanut butter and banana – ohhh yeah!! They just go so well together! Don’t you agree? As a result, these Peanut Butter Banana Muffins were the perfect blend of sweet and savoury flavours. Undoubtedly, you will devour them hot and fresh out of the oven as a perfect breakfast addition (I had mine with a […]

This Cinnamon Pumpkin French Toast recipe is sure to be one of your new Fall favourites. After all, pumpkin season is the best! Especially when it comes to the versatility of adding Pure Pumpkin (canned) to your meals. Therefore, it’s now a new pantry staple because the pumpkin adds moist texture, subtle flavour and a […]