Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breasts I know, I know, I go on about how delicious and easy my recipes are and how they're sure to impress anyone and everyone. Well, it's true! This chicken is simple, delicious and did I mention easy? By stuffing the chicken it stays moist and tastes decadent from the butteriness of the mushrooms but it's just that - ...
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One-Pan Sausage and Pepper Pasta Bake
One-Pan Sausage and Pepper Pasta Bake I had sausage on hand and red peppers plus a craving for pasta. Voila, One-Pan Sausage and Pepper Pasta Bake was born 😉 Serves 6 - 8 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil 453 g Spicy turkey sausage (see notes), sliced into ½ inch chunks ½ Large red pepper, sliced ½ Large green pepper, sliced 1 Medium ...
Slow-Cooker Roasted Potatoes
Slow-Cooker Roasted Potatoes We have had the wildest autumn so far in southern Ontario because really, it feels like August. However, there were days that felt appropriate to bust out my crockpot and bust out I did! These potatoes are incredible; so simple and so jam-packed with flavour. This would be a great way to utilize the space in your ...
Thanksgiving Roasted Vegetables
Thanksgiving Roasted Vegetables This is a roasted vegetable side that we had on our Thanksgiving table and it was delicious! What I love more than how well-received this dish was is how simple it is. Our Thanksgiving was perfect and I truly hope you can say the same. Serves 4 - 6 1 Large sweet potato (about 453 g/1 pound), peeled and cut ...
Pan Chicken with Bacon and Mushrooms
Pan Chicken with Bacon and Mushrooms I've always loved cooking. I remember I'd stand beside my mother while she made a homemade dinner every night, even when she was sick and tired. I used to drive her nuts because she was afraid I'd get burned on the stove. While this dish is not an actual one my mother made for us it is inspired by one of my ...
Shredded Slow Cooker Beef Fajitas
Shredded Slow Cooker Beef Fajitas This is a great make-a-head and it couldn't be simpler really. The beef becomes infused with the flavour of the spices and literally melts in your mouth. I consider this a more elegant take on the amazing original. Makes 8 Fajitas ½ tbsp (salted) butter ½ tbsp extra virgin olive oil 454 g Stewing ...
Italian Rice Salad with Tomatoes
Italian Rice Salad with Tomatoes This is the time of year when we have to get creative with the abundance of fresh tomatoes and herbs we have in our gardens. Here I've taken a naughty (but delicious) starchy-carby side and lessened it's evil ways by loading it up with fresh veggies and herbs :) This dish is great as a make ahead or fresh, and ...
Mexican Red-Beans with Rice
Mexican Red-Beans with Rice I made this rice dish last time we had Beef Chimichangas for dinner. I used white rice. There, I said it. I used white rice. I like white rice. White rice is delicious but there is no way to dress it up to make it healthy. So to stretch the naughty that is the white rice, I've added lots of onion, red pepper and ...
Sweet Honey Mustard Vinaigrette
Sweet Honey Mustard Vinaigrette I’m always looking for a new spin on a vinaigrette; it keeps my everyday salad new and exciting! This vinaigrette is inspired by a yummy vinaigrette prepared by Mike's mother when she was here last time. Makes ¼ Cup 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar 1 tsp grainy Dijon mustard 1 ...
Zucchini Salad
Zucchini Salad This dish literally sums up everything wonderful about summer. The flavours are delicate from the zucchini but bold when you get a bite of the green onion. This salad reminds me of a favourite coleslaw with the wonderful crunch; enjoy :) Serves 4 1 medium tomato, sliced in 4 even slices width-wise 2 medium yellow zucchini, ...
Southwest Potato Salad
Southwest Potato Salad Summer is officially here and I love it! Last night we had steak, Italian Tomato Salad with tons of fresh basil, corn on the cob and THIS potato salad; insane! When you eat healthy meals made with local, farm fresh ingredients that only summer can bring, you can actually feel the nutrients. Serves 6 2 tbsp balsamic ...
Lazy Man’s Potato Skins
Lazy Man’s Potato Skins I’m calling this recipe Lazy Man’s because I took a lot of short cuts, and even used my microwave! You get the essence of the potato skin with the cheese and toppings in 15 minutes! Remember, potatoes are not inherently fattening, it’s usually what we do to them to earn them a bad reputation. In this recipe, the only fat is ...