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This Roasted Red Pepper Pesto is flavourful and tastes super fresh! Additionally, it’s versatile to add to pasta or sandwiches, on top of proteins like chicken or fish and even stirred into risotto. This recipe is a variation on my classic Sunflower Seed Pesto, which is my go-to using extra fresh garden herbs. Check out […]

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 […]

Summer season calls for this Grapefruit Salad with Pistachios! It’s the perfect blend of citrus, salty and savoury flavours. You can enjoy it as part of 15 Minute Meals at the Cottage or perhaps bring it for a potluck pleaser. Or maybe it’s part of your meal while dining al fresco! Nevertheless, you’ll also enjoy […]

This Penne alla Vodka recipe is such a special & delicious dish! It’s a true family favourite and one you’ll LOVE because it’s surprisingly easy to cook. Therefore, it requires no long simmering. It’s a crowd-pleaser for special occasions or it can easily be a weeknight meal. Also, this versatile Penne alla Vodka recipe can […]

This Spinach Pesto recipe is sure to be a new fan favourite. However, sometimes my basil supply can be lacking because my Spring Herb Garden isn’t quite ready. Nevertheless, it’s not a bad thing because you can use fresh spinach in this Spinach Pesto Recipe as the tasty solution. Plus, what a great way to […]

These Garlic Chili Smashed Potatoes are crispy and delectable! If you are a fan of flavourful, poppable chips, these are the crunchy potatoes for you. The “smash” technique allows you to boil the potatoes first and use a fork to smash them before roasting in the oven to finish. Plus, you don’t even have to […]

These Spinach Lemon Ricotta Pancakes are UNREAL! They’re not only flavourful but also soft, with an ideal moist texture. Additionally, you will love the vibrant green colour for St. Patrick’s Day. Or perhaps you’re serving these as “Ninja” or “Hulk” pancakes, as I would for my nephew. Also, if you are curious about the nutrition […]

Mediterranean Stuffed Eggplant is a simply elegant meal. I love the filling with couscous, chickpeas, veggies and crumbled feta. Plus, this Stuffed Eggplant recipe is versatile enough to use up veggies in your fridge. I tossed in asparagus, mushrooms, coloured peppers and cherry tomatoes. Additionally, you can prep components of this recipe in advance (like […]

Tuna Lettuce Wraps are a fun and flavourful alternative to a standard salad. Additionally, if you haven’t tried Butter lettuce, it’s a beautiful vehicle to wrap your tuna into a taco shape. You can enjoy these on the side of a dish like a stir-fry, bean salad or fresh fruit. We are not trying to […]

Who does not love a colourful Rainbow Lentil Salad? It’s just so appetizing to see those bright reds mixing with the yellow, orange, green and purple colours. After doing my Heart Month TV segment this week, I had an even larger supply of heart healthy colourful fruits and veggies in my fridge. This inspired me to toss […]

Happy Heart Month! To celebrate, we have a delectable, Mediterranean Flatbread with a Poached Egg recipe. This is truly an ANY time-of-day meal – breakfast, lunch or dinner. Additionally, it’s good for your ticker. When it comes to heart-health, the goal is to emphasize nutrient-rich antioxidants and minerals that reduce inflammation and potential plaque build-up. […]

With the holidays around the corner, this Deviled Egg Dip will make the perfect appetizer addition. After all, everyone loves Deviled Eggs, so why not enjoy them in an easy-to-prepare (and dippable) format? Nevertheless, what I love about this non-traditional recipe is that it’s actually faster to make than putting the delectable filling into the […]