Classic Meatloaf with Mushrooms This is a variation of my classic meatloaf recipe and I think this is going to be my new go-to recipe from now on! The mushrooms add an incredible depth of flavor and moisture. I would also like to point out that this is a great way to stretch a meal; meat prices have gone crazy lately. Originally posted on March ...
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Scalloped Potatoes with Broccoli
Scalloped Potatoes with Broccoli This is a dish that always used to intimidate me! Now I say with much confidence; this is awesome and super simple. I’ve also lightened it up by using milk and flour instead of butter and cream. This post was originally published on March 11, 2016! Lightened up Scalloped Potatoes with fresh broccoli and a ...
Scalloped Sweet Potatoes
Scalloped Sweet Potatoes This is a recipe that is healthy, low fat and so delicious that you forget the first two points! I hope this makes its way to a holiday dinner because it is sure to impress. To our American neighbour's, have a very happy and safe Thanksgiving 😘 Originally posted on November 17, 2016 SaveSave ...
Creamy Mushroom and Turkey Tetrazzini
Creamy Mushroom and Turkey Tetrazzini I made a tetrazzini recipe a few years ago and when I looked back at it I decided I wanted to make it in a completely different way. Here I've made the 'cream' sauce with milk and poached a very lean turkey breast to include in the casserole. My other recipe was amazing but man, this one rocked!!! Serves ...
Chicken Tetrazzini with Tomatoes
Chicken Tetrazzini with Tomatoes This is a hearty casserole that has been lightened up! Traditionally from what I’ve read, chicken tetrazzini has almond slivers but I don’t like almond slivers so mine doesn’t. Again, this looks daunting but this dish is really so very easy. Ideally you’ll use left over chicken or turkey which is really a bonus, I ...
Chicken and Rice Bake
Chicken and Rice Bake This is THE quintessential autumn meal. It's hot and soothing and it warms the house with the most incredible aroma. This will be perfect for halloween night... even though there's talk of rescheduling it due to bad weather!!!! Come on millennials!!!! When I was a kid I had to earn my candy, in the rain or snow ...
Cheesy Beef and Broccoli Pasta
Cheesy Beef and Broccoli Pasta I had ground beef, broccoli and a craving for Mac and cheese and voila; Cheesy Beef and Broccoli Pasta was born 😉 Serves 6 – 8 453 g Extra lean ground beef 1 Medium onion, sliced into sticks 2 Cups milk (I used 2%) 2 Cups sodium-reduced beef stock 3 tbsp (all purpose) flour 1 tsp Dijon mustard 1 ...
Turkey Cobbler
Turkey Cobbler Canadians celebrated Thanksgiving last week and for the first time ever, Mike and I stayed home with the kids; just the 4 of us. It was awesome but I still cooked a 12 pound turkey. Here is one of the ways I used up the leftovers :) This was originally posted 18 October, ...
Cheesy Tuna Noodle Casserole
Cheesy Tuna Noodle Casserole ...
Buttermilk Potato Casserole
Buttermilk Potato Casserole Mike's mom was here recently and she made an incredible potato casserole that reminded me I had this recipe written, just waiting to be published! I don't know why I waited so long! Gently baking the potatoes gives the most decadent experience with no added fat or calories 😉 Serves 6 - 8 6 Medium potatoes, ...
Skillet Baked Ziti
Skillet Baked Ziti You may be wondering why I'm digging the skillet dinners. Well, they're fast!!! I work full time and have two toddlers and traffic seems to only get worse these days. I've discovered slow cooked luxury in 35 minutes or less. We live in a chaotic world but our meals don't need to suffer. I hope you enjoy this dish as much as ...
Cheesy Broccoli, Chicken and Rice Skillet Casserole
Cheesy Broccoli, Chicken and Rice Skillet Casserole Autumn is in the air; the days aren’t as long and the night’s air is cool and crisp. This weather screams casserole! Warm, soul-soothing dishes that infuse the home with warmth and smells of home cooking. I think this is my favourite time of year :) Serves 6-8 ½ tbsp (salted) butter 2 ...