Fat Free Gravy Forget the days of using pan drippings, well to be honest, I wouldn’t even know how to make gravy using pan drippings. While there is tons of flavour at the bottom of that roasting pan there is also tons of saturated fat… not good. Check out my go-to, fool-proof recipe for homemade, fat free gravy! You may also like my ...
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Soy and Sesame Glazed Scallops
Soy and Sesame Glazed Scallops I love recipes that take minutes to prepare and look so impressive; this is one of those! Soy and Sesame Glazed Scallops are sweet, spicy and healthy! ...
Chicken Teriyaki
Chicken Teriyaki Chicken Teriyaki is without a doubt one of my favourite meals to order as take out. I don’t even want to tell you how many times I’ve bought jarred teriyaki sauce thinking it would be too complicated to make my own. Man was I wrong! This dish comes together in minutes and it’s so delicious. Make sure you stick to the ...
5 Minute Enchilada Sauce
5 Minute Enchilada Sauce I can't believe I had lived my whole life without ever eating an enchilada!!! How is this possible? How could I go my whole life without experiencing this absolute deliciousness? I must point out that the perfect enchilada sauce is of paramount importance to the perfect enchilada. Good news y'all!!! THE ...
Meal Plan Week 63
Meal Plan Week 63 Monday: Mussels Steamed in a Dijon Mustard Cream Sauce (Mussels Dijonnaise) Served with… Crusty Bread (you can go with store-bought) Tuesday: Hot Turkey Sliders with Cheese Serve with a… Green Salad (prep enough salad for two meals and then store half in the fridge for another ...
Warm Salmon Dip
Warm Salmon Dip Okay so I’m totally trying something new here. I made this dip for a party my sister was hosting a few months ago and while in my hyper-organized brain I planned to take the usual, professional looking photos I normally strive for, I ran out of time! Time, yes time. I find there are literally waaaay too many things on the go ...
Meal Plan Week 62
MEAL PLAN WEEK 62 MONDAY: CAJUN SEAFOOD SALAD TUESDAY: CHICKEN AND RICE BAKE Serve with a… GREEN SALAD (prep enough salad for two meals and then store half in the fridge for another day). WEDNESDAY: CHEESY POTATO AND BROCCOLI SOUP Serve with… BRUSCHETTA THURSDAY: HEALTHY, SPICY SOUTHWESTERN ...
Healthy Breakfast Muffins
Healthy Breakfast Muffins As of Thursday my maternity leave is officially over. I’m sad but I’m looking forward to getting back into the working world where I’ll see and interact with adults. With work though comes the need to pack a lunch and in this insane economy, a breakfast too. These muffins are moist, spicy and yummy and let’s not forget: ...
Mussels Steamed in a Dijon Mustard Cream Sauce (Mussels Dijonnaise)
Mussels Steamed in a Dijon Mustard Cream Sauce (Mussels Dijonnaise) I was watching French Food at home by Laura Calder and became inspired to make steamed mussels which is weird because she was making lentil soup but I digress. This dish comes together in under 10 minutes but would easily impress at any dinner ...
Shrimp Scampi
Shrimp Scampi This is my rendition of the classic Italian dish. This comes together in minutes and easily impresses. Don’t skip the butter at the end in the interest in saving calories because at 40 calories (or 10 calories per person) you can’t beat the richness and flavour it adds. ...
Green Goddess Dressing
Green Goddess Dressing This is a recipe I shared years ago; perfect for this time of year :) The first time I saw this dressing was on Food Network, it was a mayonnaise based salad dressing with fresh herbs, not the healthiest! According to the Food Network this was a popular dressing in the 70’s but my parents had never heard of it. Oh well, ...
Corn and Tomato Salad with Lime Vinaigrette
Corn and Tomato Salad with Lime Vinaigrette This salad tastes like summer in a bowl but really this could be made in the dead of winter. This salad can be made ahead or prepared in a pinch. What I really like here is the balance of textures and flavours. This dish would be great to serve at your next barbeque. ...