Poached Cod with Spinach and Broccoli This is a recipe I wrote years ago! It's actually one of the first ones I wrote. Â I had my heart set on writing a cookbook and then after I started writing it I turned to blogging. Â I look back on my first few years of blogging and realize how much I've learned. Â For years I didn't even take any photos! Â Then ...
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Another Delicious Beef Stew
Another Delicious Beef Stew It’s getting cooler outside and it’s about that time that stews and mashed potatoes are in order (except this week we have been hit by a heat wave…just add this to your favourites!). Serves 4 - 6 1 package of stewing beef (around 450 g) 1/2 cup whole wheat flour ½ tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided ½ ...
Shrimp Boil
Shrimp Boil My parents went to the farm market and bought a basket of new potatoes and corn was on sale. I had a craving for seafood and my mother didn’t want to use the oven or use the bbq for dinner because we are in the middle of a heat wave. Those were the parametres that lead to this yummy, yummy dinner. Serves 6 16 Cups of cold ...
Beef Bourguignon
Beef Bourguignon We had snow on the weekend! The first of the year where it actually stuck! Our neighbours have put up their Christmas lights (Mike rolled his eyes) and it’s that time of year again. I don’t know about you but I LOVE this time of year. Of course by January I’ll be ready for spring. A great way to enjoy the cold November weather is ...
Beef Stew
Beef Stew Nothing says autumn like beef stew. When you close your eyes and picture it I'm sure you think, "yeah right that's healthy?"  Trust me! Serves 4 to 6 1 package of stewing beef (around 450 g) 1/2 cup whole wheat flour 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 large onion, chopped or sliced 1 227 g package of cremini or button ...
Italian Curried Cauliflower and Chickpea Stew
Italian Curried Cauliflower and Chickpea Stew I have outlined the health benefits of curry and cauliflower in a previous post so I’ll focus my time on another aspect here, the chickpeas! Chickpeas are exceptionally high in protein and fibre, not to mention vitamin B-6, iron and magnesium. This dish is complete, satisfying and a great option for ...