Holiday

We’re in the middle of fall and coming up to Thanksgiving weekend. It’s time to feast! However, this doesn’t inevitably mean feeling overstuffed and gluttonous. In fact, we can balance things out by including more well-prepared (not boring) veggies. This helps to promote fullness. For instance, this Orange Parsley and Sunflower Salad does just that! It packs freshness, flavour, […]

What’s better than a bowl of hot soup on a fall day? In my opinion, the warm spices and pureed fall harvest produce can’t be beat. This Butternut Squash & Pumpkin Soup is a flavour-packed blend of hearty, zesty and savoury. Additionally, it’s a make-ahead option to freeze and use for those busy weeknight dinners […]

Happy summer everyone! We are finally in full swing into potluck season which has me sharing my favourite dishes with you in my most recent blog, 5 Easy Potluck-Pleasers! In this piece, I share my affinity for these Divine Deviled Eggs amongst other incredible recipes. This Divine Deviled Eggs recipe is very important to me […]

Asparagus are finally in season! However, act quickly because the Ontario growing season is super short. You can find them for a mere two months – May and June. In order to celebrate our local asparagus, I will be sharing this 3-Ingredient Asparagus in Dijon Mustard Cream Sauce recipe. It’s a family tradition to make […]

It’s almost Easter and many are looking for healthy entertaining eats. Well, look no further. Today, I’ll be sharing my Garlic Bruschetta with Lentils! This crowd-pleaser recipe is certainly full of flavour, visual appeal and with filling fibre to boot! You can also make it ahead for quick assembly when your guests arrive. I chose […]

Hard to believe we’re only one week from Christmas! If you are like me, you’re undoubtedly enjoying the seasonal pomegranates and clementines and adding them to whatever you can. I took this classic Spinach Salad and gave it a festive twist by sprinkling ruby red pomegranates. As a result, this recipe has the perfect burst […]

Colder weather calls for oven meals like roasted chickpeas! It’s also an easy way to keep the home warm and have savoury aromas fill your living quarters. Whenever I have the oven on, I often toss in a tray of chickpeas. They are very quick to assemble for cooking and perfect for a snack or […]

Winter certainly equals comfort food. It’s like a big hug in a soup mug. In addition, you can make soup in advance and freeze it for a speedy meal. This Tomato & Red Pepper Soup is a fabulous way to use up produce and accompany a simple grilled cheese. After all, tomato soup and grilled […]

Want an easy way to save on your grocery bill? Look no further than adding lentils to extend your meat dishes or as a meatless alternative. This Lentil & Mushroom-Stuffed Shells recipe is a variation of my Chorizo Stuffed Jumbo Shells but instead with the addition of lentils and a lot of finely chopped mushrooms. […]

Is there anything better than a hot bowl of soup on a cold day? This simple sweet potato pear soup is the perfect blend of sweet and savoury to create a sensation that is sure to excite your taste buds. If you are new to making soups this is a basic recipe that requires few […]

Are you into batch cooking?  If not, I certainly recommend giving it a try with my Zucchini & Chorizo Stuffed Peppers recipe! Making more of a recipe leads to convenient leftovers, ready in minutes.  Batch cooking also helps busy people eat well when they do not have a lot of time to cook during the week. Unlock Food, […]

Just in time for the holidays, or really any time of year, I have my new favourite soup! This recipe for Carrot Soup with Ginger & Sweet Potato will not only warm you and dazzle your taste buds, but it will also boost your beta carotene intake. Beta-carotene is a carotenoid, a natural compound found in […]