Kid Friendly

In honour of Earth Day on April 22, I wanted to share this simple Kale Risotto with Mushroom recipe to inspire readers to have a couple of “go-to” recipes that can be modified to use up ingredients and also reduce food waste . If you have not tried meal planning yet, this is another powerful tool to use up ingredients […]

Are you into batch cooking?  If not, I certainly recommend giving it a try with my Stuffed Peppers with Chorizo & Zucchini 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 […]

If you follow my blog or my Instagram, you certainly know that I am all about delicious foods that can be made with minimal ingredients. This Crusted Sole with Thyme recipe is no exception! Sole fillets are a staple protein option in my freezer because they can be thawed and ready in under 15 minutes […]

Every healthy recipe certainly deserves to be delicious. Healthy eating also warrants being budget-friendly! As a way of kicking off 2017, I’m sharing my recipe for Mini Pesto Pizzas. It’s one of my favourite economical meals that cost under $3 per serving. My Cheap and Healthy Meals post will also give you lots of ideas […]

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 […]

Every holiday party needs a veggie dish that is also a real attention grabber, like this Kale & Goat Cheese Salad!  If you are still looking for a festive, simple and delicious salad to serve your guests for Christmas, look no further. Pomegranates are loaded with fibre and antioxidants while adding the perfect sweetness and crunch to […]

The holiday baking season is upon us! If you are like my mother, you are certainly baking and freezing batches of cookies and treats for holiday entertaining. Today, I will be sharing my favourite recipe for Chewy Gingersnap Cookies. This recipe is a soft and festive cookie that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser! Gingersnap cookies are […]

During the cold and flu season, I believe that there is nothing better than indulging in a hearty homemade soup! Especially when that soup is prepared by a loved one or frozen so that it is speedy to just heat up! This creamy Sweet Potato & Cauliflower Soup is easy to make and filled with warm fall flavours.   I chose to grate the sweet potato […]

I am a huge fan of making salads the star of a meal! After all, who wants to eat a boring salad? I have two tips to make salads fun and certainly stress-free. Firstly, Prepare your salad greens in advance (cut, clean, dry and place in airtight containers). Secondly, combine delicious ingredients! I absolutely love this Orange & Blueberry […]

What is your first cooking memory? Mine is certainly watching my mother make tuna salad. It was a lazy Saturday afternoon and she encouraged me to open the can and showed me how to drain the juices and prop the lid open with a knife. After that, she warmly explained the importance of adding spices for flavouring and vegetables […]

It’s almost back to school time and I know school lunches are certainly top of mind. Therefore, what can you make for you and your child that’s quick, delicious and nutritious? Look no further than this simple Kid-Friendly Bean Salad with feta cheese! This lunch is easy to make, healthy and above all, is perfect for child helpers. I […]

This Mom’s Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins recipe is certainly one of my favourite grab-and-go options! These are perfect to make in bulk and then pop into the freezer to grab for a snack or to use as part of a meal. Batch baking is an awesome way to utilize a hot oven to prepare extras. As a general healthy […]