Quick & Easy

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 […]

Batch cooking should be synonymous with chili making! I love to make chili because of how easy it is to both make and keep for future meals, as I mentioned in my post on freezer meals. Likewise, this One Pot Hearty Chili is extremely simple to prepare and features everything you would want in a chili, […]

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 […]

Cooking certainly does not have to be complex and time-consuming, especially after a long day! Thus, this Easy Peasy Pizza is perfect when you need a simple meal idea. Specifically, this is ideal for those low on time and still want to avoid eating out. With this, you have the flexibility to use whatever grain […]

Who wouldn’t love a succulent salmon, marinated with fresh ingredients and just bursting with flavour? Just the thought of this dish makes my mouth water, which is why I certainly had to share it with all of you too. This White Wine and Citrus Salmon is a simple recipe that uses common household ingredients, such […]

Are you looking to dazzle your guests this holiday season in a simply elegant dish? This D’Ambrosio family rendition of caprese salad isan easy, fresh and flavourful dish that you can prepare in just 10 minutes. It serves as a great appetizer or as a vegetableside dish that is perfect for sharing at all your […]

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 […]

It’s a siesta and you cannot be without a really tasty guacamole recipe!  Here is my favourite recipe that takes fajitas to a whole new level of delicious.  Enjoy these heart healthy monounsaturated fats in this delicious guac! Serves: 6-8 Prep time: 10-15 minutes Ingredients: 3 ripe avocados 1/4 cup red onion, chopped 2 tomatoes, […]

If you have not made your own homemade kale chips you are certainly missing out!  These crunchy, crispy little greens are a real treat to your taste buds. Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time:  8-10 minutes Serves: 2 Ingredients: 4 cups raw kale, chopped 1 Tbsp olive oil sprinkle of salt, if desired Instructions: Pre-heat […]

Increasing your veggie intake is a healthy idea, but it is important to ensure that you are maintaining balance by including a carbohydrate (your source of energy) and protein as well (to keep you feeling full).  This salad includes the chewy and delicious wheat berries, which are source of fibre and includes nuts for protein.  […]

It is so empowering to be able to make your own tomato sauce!  You can then portion or freeze extra sauce and then simply defrost and cook up a fresh batch of pasta for an easy meal with a side salad.  As a seafood fan, I enjoy the baby clams that pack a healthy protein […]