Baked Salmon  This is one of the many ways that I love preparing salmon. I love salmon; it is delicate and when made properly it melts in your mouth. I think people, especially novice cooks, are intimidated by cooking fish (I know I was) but this is a no fuss, simple recipe that is sure to please!  Serves 4 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 4 ...
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Ultimate Fat Free Dessert
Ultimate Fat Free Dessert Sounds yummy, doesn’t it??? Serves 4 2 Cups fat free plain yogurt 2 tbsp honey Juice of half a lemon 2 - 3 Cups of fresh berries -  Line a sieve with a coffee filter and place over a bowl. -  Pour the yogurt into the coffee filter, depending on the size of the filter you may need to do with twice - ...
Chickpea Stew with Spinach
Chickpea Stew with Spinach I love one-pot meals, especially when it’s cold outside. There is something so satisfying about a hot, home cooked meal. I don't know about you, but I tend to think associate fatty meat and tons of starch when I think of a one-pot meal but this meal is loaded with vegetables (from the Ragu) and the chickpeas account for ...
Caesar Salad
Caesar Salad I still have the worst garlic breath ever; I'm not going to lie but oh man, was it worth it! Serves 4 1 large head of romaine washed and broken into pieces 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 egg yolk 2 tsp anchovy paste or 4 anchovy fillets diced 1 tsp Dijon mustard Juice of half a lemon 1 tbsp fresh grated Romano ...
Lentil Soup
Lentil Soup It was an exceptionally cold day and I was supposed to go to the grocery store but there was no way I was packing my son up to face that cold weather! What to do, what to do. I chose to take advantage of the situation and challenge myself;I had to make dinner with whatever I had on hand, no going to the store, and no calling Mike and ...
Mike’s Pizza
 Mike's Pizza Mike is really easy going, when I ask him what he would like for dinner (I ask everyday!) he replies (everyday!) you choose.  It's nice that I have so much freedom but sometimes I want an answer!  So I compromised, I decided we would have home made pizza but Mike chose the toppings; this is Mike's pizza.  Oh, he didn't choose the ...
Poutine
Poutine Low fat poutine? You don’t believe me, do you? Serves 4 1 Batch of the french fries 1-2 Cups of the fat free gravy (depending on how much gravy you like) ½ Cup shredded low fat or part skim mozzarella cheese; or any cheese of your choosing Salt Pepper (optional) -  Make the french fries according to recipe ...
Curkey Burger
Curkey Burger Okay so it’s a lame title but curry turkey burger? Turkey burger with curry? This recipe was made with turkey in mind but feel free to use whatever ground meat you like. Serves 4 1 Package of extra lean ground turkey (usually between 400 and 500g) ½ Cup plain fat free yogurt 3 tbsp curry powder 3 Green ...
Sautéed Spinach
Sautéed Spinach Easy-peasy and de-lish! I literally eat this once a week; come rain or shine, regardless of the season. I read recently that spinach is one of the few vegetables that has more nutrients when it’s cooked. The theory is that the cooking process aids your body in the absorption of the abundance of vitamins and minerals that are in ...
Steamed Potatoes
Steamed Potatoes I am a steaming believer; not only is it easy but your food will retain more flavour and more vitamins. I tried making a potato side one day and am now finding myself systematically going through all of my recipes that called for boiled potatoes and changing it to steamed potatoes. In case you like the stats; boiling potatoes ...
Ragu Sauce
Ragu Sauce  This is my version of a traditional ragu sauce. It’s chunky and full of flavour. Enjoy! Serves 4 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 Stalk celery, diced 1/2 Small carrot, diced 1 Medium onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, crushed 1/4 Cup wine (red or white is fine) 1 680 ml jar of strained tomatoes (passata) or a 796 ml ...
Curry Vegetable and Rice Salad
Curry Vegetable and Rice Salad  This dish is beyond yummy and so easy. What is also really cool about this recipe is its versatility; add whatever veggies you like, use whatever vinaigrette you like, and use whatever rice you like! Leftovers taste even better! This was the recipe I made: Serves 4 to 6 2 Cups cooked basmati rice, at room ...