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Let’s build an easy, balanced lunch plate! After all, the perfect way to celebrate Heart Month is with a fully make-ahead meal! I made mine with soft, jammy eggs on a bed of arugula. I also used freezer pumpkin banana muffins, crisp carrot sticks and succulent orange wedges. Plus, this meal ticks off all the boxes for […]

Mango Oatmeal is one of my favourite breakfasts. However, during the holiday season, I find myself adding pomegranates to EVERYTHING! Nevertheless, this includes adding these juicy gems to my breakfast cereals, on top of yogurt parfaits, fresh green or grain salads, soups and more. Today’s Mango Pomegranate Oatmeal recipe is simple and festive. Plus, it’s […]

Peanut Butter Oat Prune Bites are a perfect holiday treat! These combine oats, prunes and chia seeds for a little extra sweetness and fibre. I love them served cold, but they can go on a platter and thaw in minutes. Additionally, the shredded coconut adds a festive, snowy look. What better way to celebrate the […]

A simple savoury crepe recipe is indispensable! After all, crepes always felt like such a fancy meal to enjoy only at a brunch restaurant. However, they’re surprisingly easy to make at home. Today, I’ll show you everything you need to know to make a simple savoury crepe! I am confident that homemade crepes will become […]

These Pumpkin Banana Muffins will be your new fall baking favourite. If you’re an avid Dietetic Directions blog reader, you know that I’m in my third trimester of pregnancy and the nesting and preparation phase. This means I’m stocking up on delicious and nutritious freezer meals, like these Pumpkin Banana Muffins! These Pumpkin Banana Muffins […]

Butternut Squash and Apple Soup spells fall! Undoubtedly, this seasonal soup is sure to warm you as the leaves fall and the outside temperatures drop. I made my Butternut Squash and Apple Soup in my instant pot for a speedy pressure cooker option. I love how I can sauté my veggies and have a hands-off […]

Love Freezer Egg Sandwiches for a convenient make-ahead breakfast! Before I was pregnant, I enjoyed my leisurely weekend morning routine and didn’t mind the extra kitchen time. However, as I enter into my last month of pregnancy, I’m now fully engaged in freezer prep-mode, creating fast, make-ahead options to enjoy when I inevitably find myself […]

Rosemary Roasted Squash Seeds are fall-festive, flavourful and fun. Plus, we often think of roasting pumpkin seeds but less often of using acorn squash seeds. Undoubtedly, you’re sure to enjoy these as a fibre-rich snack or as a soup garnish. I hope this Roasted Squash Seed recipe inspires you to utilize squash seeds instead of […]

Beefy Rotini is a favourite for Back-to-School time. After all, it’s a quick, wholesome weeknight meal that’s ideal for lunch leftovers or freezer meals. Additionally, this Beefy Rotini meal covers your nutritional bases with protein, carbohydrates and lots of veggies. Lastly, you have the flexibility to use up whatever veggies you have on hand. Here’s […]

Simplicity is key. Food does not have to be complicated to be nourishing and delicious. This Skyr Yogurt Parfait is currently one of my favourite pregnancy snacks. Additionally, it gives me a nice boost of protein and calcium. In fact, I wrote an entire blog all on Skyr Nutrition and compared its nutrition to regular […]

This Warm Kale Salad with Peaches is flavourful and simple to assemble. Plus, it’s the perfect way to celebrate summer peach season! In fact, peaches are only in season in Ontario, Canada from July until September. Therefore, let’s enjoy them in our cooking while we can or preserve them for later. Here’s Andrea, Dietitian building […]

Pepper Ring Eggs are the perfect addition for a quick, easy, but impressive breakfast option. After all, breakfast or brunch is the favourite meal of the day for so many of us! This recipe is featured on my latest CHCH TV segment and our latest blog post, 15 Minute Cottage Meals. Generally, we want high […]