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Risotto is one of my favourite dishes, and I love different variations of it. It is not complicated to make but does require patience. If you have not made your own risotto, I recommend you give it a try! Thus, I wanted to share my recipe for an easy Garlic Shrimp and Kale Risotto to […]

This Red Lentil Soup with Lemon Ginger 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.I certainly love my fair share of lentil soups and have lots of variations using the powerhouse protein. If you […]

If you are stressing over what to bring for your next BBQ patio party, today’s recipe is perfect for you! This fresh Grape and Feta Kale Salad combines sweet and salty to createadelicious dishthat is sure to impress just about anyone. While it might seem unfamiliar to combine grape with feta, I hope today’s recipe […]

In my most recent blog post entitled “Time for Spring Cooking”, I mentioned that cooking with friends and going to grocery stores to learn from local chefs. Chef Patrick Mathieu (@StationHouseCCo) is my all time favourite chef at a local grocery store who was also on Chopped Canada! His recipes are beyond flavourful, not too […]

Just in time for spring, here’s myfavourite salmon recipe that is easy and delicious! This Maple Glazed Salmon tastes so good and the maple marinade only takes 5 minutes to prepare. If you have time to marinade your salmon, leave the coatedsalmon in the fridge for a couple hours tosoak up the flavours. The star […]

Who doesn’t love a good spinach salad?  I appreciate the firmer texture of the spinach leaves and enjoy how the eggs, mushrooms and, yes, even bacon, all come together to make a delicious salad. I love my fair share of spinach salads (check here for another of my recipes!) and today’s rendition is so simple, it’s […]

Roasting is a simple way to cook extremely flavourful veggies! In my last blog, I explored the numerous nutrition benefits to having your veggies roasted opposed to raw or boiled. As a recap, I like roasting vegetables because it uses dry heat and does not require any water, therefore minimizing nutrient loss. Roasting also helps […]

Undoubtedly, we could all benefit from eating more greens. According to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 59.6% of Canadian adults eat fewer than 5 servings of fruits and vegetables in a day, which certainly does not meat the 10 serving recommendation. This Aged Asiago and Berry Salad is filled with both the salty flavours of […]

Are you ever not sure what to make for dinner? When you have those days, having homemade tomato sauce ready in the freezer is certainly a lifesaver and makes the decision a lot easier. From spicing up simple spaghettis (like this one) to topping meatballs (which can also be homemade using this recipe), tomato sauce […]

This is a great snack option that is a great fibre and protein option.  Feel free to use different spices to create savory or sweet flavoured chickpeas. Serves: 4-6 Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 40-45 minutes Ingredients: 1 can (540mL) chickpeas, rinsed and drained 2 tbsp olive oil ½ tbsp oregano ¼ tsp garlic […]

After learning about the outstanding nutritional profile of pumpkin seeds in my latest blog, here is a new recipe that uses these tasty little nutritional powerhouses. Serves: 4 Prep time: 10 minutes INGREDIENTS: 4 cups fresh leaf lettuce, chopped 1 cup fresh strawberries,  sliced 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled ¼ cup pumpkin seeds, roasted and […]

When I think of fall harvest, I think of root vegetables.  One of the healthiest of which is the sweet potato.  Sweet potatoes are a more nutritious choice than regular white potatoes. For example, sweet potatoes have 10 times more vitamin A (important for vision, skin and immune system) than regular white potatoes.  So feel […]