Dinner

Who doesn’t love a vacation-inspired dish! I certainly do! Kung Pao Shrimp is native to South West China. Also, it is most popular using chicken, peanuts and veggies. Additionally, you can read the very interesting history of Kung Pao Chicken here. Cooking is a way to travel to different places while remaining in the comfort […]

Summer is here which means it’s the perfect time to make your own fresh salads. Cobb salad is certainly one of my favourite ways to choose a variety of ingredients and make them into a meal. You can also cut your veggies into different shapes (like ribbons or cut-outs) to add interest and variety. I […]

It is so much fun making a new recipe or simply being inspired in the kitchen to try something new. Today’s Gluten-Free Pizza recipe is from my friend and colleague Abby Langer, a hilarious Toronto-based dietitian with an outstanding blog and writing style that certainly leaves people laughing and learning. This month, Abby featured my Garlic […]

Spring is in the air and produce is certainly fresh and crisp! Soups are an incredibly healthy and versatile option to use those extra veggies in the fridge. This Egg Drop Soup with Fresh Spring Veggies is no exception! You can also make double batches for easy leftovers on a busy night. Likewise, if you want to transition from spring […]

Are you getting enough veggies? Making them irresistibly delicious is certainly the perfect way to get enthused about increasing your intake. These Zucchini Fries make for a perfect appetizer or as a side dish in addition to lunch or dinner. They might even be a great way to get your picky eaters to try zucchini. Do […]

I love cooking, but I certainly love recipes that only contain a few ingredients! After all, as Julia Child said, “You don’t have to cook fancy or complicated masterpieces – just good food from fresh ingredients.” This succulent Garlic Dijon Salmon recipe has just five ingredients and is sure to tantalize your taste buds! Health […]

Simplicity is the best! Especially when you can cook simple and delicious foods! During Sunday meal prep, I cut up a large head of cauliflower and stored it in the fridge for future use. Later that week, when the oven was on, I decided to roast the cauliflower. Roasting veggies brings out sweetness through the […]

“Food is symbolic of love when words are inadequate” states Dr. Alan D Wolfelt. Valentine’s day is a perfect time to demonstrate your love through the art of cooking! The most recent version of Canada’s Food Guide actually recommends cooking with others to help foster a healthy relationship with eating. This Beet Risotto with Peas […]

A Buddha bowl, also known as a hippie bowl, is a hearty dish made of a combination of various veggies (raw or roasted), protein sources like beans, tofu, nuts or seeds and healthy whole grains like quinoa, brown rice or bulgur. Last week, my friend and fellow dietitian, Chelsea Allan and I made Buddha Bowls […]

Oven meals are the perfect way to keep the house nice and warm in the middle of winter. The best part? Your oven does all the work while you can simply wait for warm goodness to come out. In today’s recipe, we’re starring roasted red-skinned potatoes. Potatoes are a nutritious addition to your diet and […]

It’s certainly hard to believe that we are only one week away from Christmas! Have you decided what festive salad you are bringing to the holiday party? This Pomegranate Feta Salad could be the perfect choice. Today’s recipe features both oranges and pomegranates, both being great sources of vitamin C and antioxidants, to elevate nutritional […]

Are looking for a crowd pleaser this holiday season? If so, be sure to try my chorizo stuffed jumbo shells! If you wish, you can prepare thisrecipe in stages. Additionally, the meat filling and sauce can be prepared ahead of time. You might also call upon your friendly sous-chef for some chopping and stirringassistance. This […]