Chicken Francese This was another dish inspired by the need for speed! Working full time and having a family has made me more efficient in the ‘getting things done quickly’ department for sure! That doesn’t mean I’m going to let my healthy eating go by the “weigh”-side!!! This dish is fast, fast, fast and can be prepared based on a well-stocked ...
Pasta with Chicken and Vegetables in Tomato Sauce
Pasta with Chicken and Vegetables in Tomato Sauce This is an easy, everyday chicken cacciatore that comes together with a homemade tomato sauce in around 40 minutes. I went with fettuccine but feel free to go with whatever pasta you have on hand. So I’ve been doing things a little differently; I’ve been cooking the chicken breasts whole ...
Mustard, Lemon and Fresh Herb Chicken
Mustard, Lemon and Fresh Herb Chicken I was at my parent’s house last week and when I asked my mother what she wanted us to make for dinner, she replied (again) that she had a whole chicken (again)… did I mention, again? I’ve been challenged with coming up with new ways to use a whole chicken lately! This recipe was a huge success and by ...
Japanese Style Chicken Tenders
Japanese Style Chicken Tenders This is a variation of my Chicken Tenders Recipe, I mention it’s versatility and I do love to be right! Its juicy chicken is complimented by Panko and spices and then its served with my Spicy Asian BBQ sauce! My original recipe is so old, it predates photos! I'm feeling lost and nostalgic these days. I guess ...
Copycat Outback Baked Potatoes
Copycat Outback Baked Potatoes I don’t know about you but sometimes when I go to a restaurant I get more excited by the sides than I do about the mains. Like take a bbq steak for example; I like it and all but it’s really overpriced and honestly I find homemade steaks better. I’m never disappointed by the potato though ❤️ This is my ...
Spicy Green Beans
Spicy Green Beans This is a great way to dress up green beans but really it could be used on any veggie you’d like. I made this for Mike and his family and it was well received. With that said, I added too much of the chili flakes (see notes) and needless to say, we drank a lot of water that night! Really though, I choose to believe I was doing ...
Spicy Linguine with Sausage in a Rose Sauce
Spicy Linguine with Sausage in a Rose Sauce My friend asked me to make a dish inspired by her. I chose spicy because she’s spunky and I went with a rose sauce because she really likes Alfredo sauce. Kelly, this one’s for you :) A recipe for Spicy Linguine with Sausage in a Rose Sauce, inspired by my feisty friend ...
Mayonnaise
Mayonnaise It suddenly occurred to me today that I’ve never shared my recipe for creamy, classic mayonnaise; here it is! Use it as a base for any all of your favourite sauces and salads. Here is a simple recipe for THE creamiest, most delectable Mayonnaise/salad dressing/ condiment you will EVER experience, you're welcome ...
Poached Cod with Spinach and Broccoli
Poached Cod with Spinach and Broccoli This is a recipe I wrote years ago! It's actually one of the first ones I wrote. I had my heart set on writing a cookbook and then after I started writing it I turned to blogging. I look back on my first few years of blogging and realize how much I've learned. For years I didn't even take any photos! Then ...
Asian-Style Coleslaw with a Sesame Ginger Dressing
Asian-Style Coleslaw with a Sesame Ginger Dressing I never know when inspiration is going to strike. I was at my parent’s house for lunch and my mother served an Asian Salad Kit she’d picked up at a local grocery store. It was delicious but it had a few no-no’s like fried wonton chips; totally delicious but I was pretty sure I could come ...
Sausage and Alfredo Skillet Lasagna with Fresh Spinach
Sausage and Alfredo Skillet Lasagna with Fresh Spinach Is there anything in life better than pasta? I mean, rich, meaty, cheesy, creamy, hearty, baked pasta??? Cheeeeeeeesy.... bubbling hot deliciousness.... Are you ready for it? Healthy and ready in 30 minutes. 30 minutes!!! ...
Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes
Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes So you know those really yummy, buttery, creamy, mashed potatoes we all love? You know how you could eat the entire pot and still have room for more? You know how bad they are for you? Yes, those mashed potatoes; this recipe is my compromise and oh man, this dish is good! Originally posted on January 3, 2014! ...