Dinner

Coconut Mango Rice with Spiced Chicken: It is with great enthusiasm that I introduce Chef Marianne and her delicious recipe -coconut flavoured rice with spiced chicken!  Marianne teaches classes in Sobey’s cooking school and this was one of the recipes she taught us how to make.  Note this recipe is also gluten free and a definite crowd pleaser! […]

Simple Brie & Pear Salad: Sometimes simplicity is the best thing!  This is a 7 ingredient salad that is sure to be a crowd pleaser! Remember when making your own vinaigrette, use 2 parts olive oil to 1 part balsamic vinegar.  Choose dark green veggies for a magnesium boost (Click here for health benefits). Serves: 4 Prep time: 10 minutes Ingredients: 4 cups fresh greens, […]

If you are hosting Easter dinner this weekend, you might want to add Rosemary Roasted Potatoes to the menu!  This recipe is quick to prepare and adds a savoury starch, full of flavour and with some serious crispiness that your guests are sure to love. Check out my other potato recipes too! Recipe is also gluten free* Rosemary Roasted Potatoes: Serves: 4 Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 45-60 minutes […]

Looking for an easy way to get more greens into your diet?  Here is my suggestion, a truly tasty broccoli soup!  Feel free to top with shredded cheddar cheese if desired. Enjoy! Check out my recipe page for more soup recipes and ways to add more vegetables into your diet! Broccoli Soup: Serves: 4 Preparation time: 20 minutes Cook […]

I am pleased to share with you this truly fantastic Cashew Chicken recipe!  This is in the book of favorite recipes 🙂  You have flexibility as well to add other veggies such as broccoli and mushrooms as well. There are also tons of other chicken recipes on my page! Take a look 🙂 Cashew Chicken Recipe: Serves: 4 […]

This is a ‘tried and true’, delicious family recipe that you will love!   Make sure you have a little extra TIME because risotto is a more ‘labour-intensive’ recipe, but well worth it. See more recipes for risotto here! Recipe: Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 40 minutes Serving: 6 Ingredients: 4 cups of vegetable stock 2 Tbsp olive oil […]

Welcome to the middle of the month dedicated to promoting Heart Health. To help celebrate this momentous time, I have brought in my very first guest blogger Amanda Li, the talented Registered Dietitian and chef.  Amanda has a passion for creating the finest foods to foster health and well-being. Thank you Amanda for sharing your exceptional culinary expertise with […]

Ginger and Cilantro Red Lentil Soup is one of my all time favourite soup recipes!  It is so hearty that it can be consumed as a meal or in a smaller portion as a starter.  Be sure to taste it before serving in case it needs some more lemon juice or ginger to taste. Serves: 4 […]

If you like kale chips you will LOVE rapini chips! They are easy to make and something the whole family can enjoy. Prepare them as an appetizer, snack or side vegetable dish. Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Serving: 4 Ingredients: Fresh rapini (about 2-3 cups) 2 Tbsp vegetable oil 1 clove of garlic, minced Salt […]

Thai Coconut Chicken Stir-fry – This is anexquisite dishthat I prepared for my mother and served over a bed of rice along with a nice glass of red. Feel free to let your creativity be your guide by adding other veggies as well! Prep time:20 minutes Cook time:20 minutes Serving:4 Ingredients: 1 cup brown rice […]

This is adeliciousandnutritiousrecipe that I made for a holiday potluck. It was a huge hit! With nice versatility, this Avocado and Quinoa salad can be used as a side starch dish, a starter or a salad. Prep time:15 minutes Cook time:15 minutes Servings:6 Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa 2 cups of water 3 cups of diced […]