Fast and Easy in One Pot, Flat Beans and Potatoes
Flat beans and potatoes, braised together in flavourful broth is the perfect addition to your weeknight rotation. It’s an easy dish to put together in less than 30 minutes. Vegans love the hearty vegetable combo but you can also bulk it up with your choice of protein. A personal fave for me is to add […]
Vegetable Fried Rice with Turmeric and Spinach
The motivation for this vegetable fried rice came from a combination of things. Firstly, I needed to utilize the existing produce in my fridge (as always). Secondly, I wanted to make sure my family enjoys the comfort food they love while sneaking in highly nutritious components. Kids are back in school; the warm summer weather […]
Corn on the Cob Salad with Creamy Dill Dressing
Sweet corn is everywhere in the summer and there are so many ways to use it. My little ones are simple people. Steamed and salted is how we roll. This salad recipe is a mixture of components added to freshly cooked corn on the cob but it is a great way to use up leftover […]
Chili Lime Tilapia With An Easy 4 Ingredient Marinade
This chili lime tilapia recipe uses a marinade composed of just four ingredients. The marinade is a simple yet flavourful combination that is super yummy on chicken and fish. The secret star is none other than an Indonesian chili paste called Sambal Oelek. Combine it with onion, garlic and lime juice to spread over the […]
Grab & Go Egg Muffins : Mushroom, Asparagus and Cheese
These little guys are a mouthful of deliciousness. Cheesy mushroom and asparagus egg muffins made with bacon but can easily be swapped out for a vegetarian option. A perfect grab and go for busy mornings. They are super easy to prep ahead and store well for up to 4 days. Yields 12 muffins Ingredients: Eggs, […]
Making a Meal Plan : The guide you need for success
Purchasing food to eat is one thing – getting it on the plate is a whole different story. Cooking is quite the production. The setup, prep work, cooking and clean up can take up a lot of time but having some of the work done already can be the lifesaver you need to avoid copping […]
Timesaver Chicken Prep
My Timesaver Chicken Prep recipe is a secret I’ve been using for years to get through weeknight dinners. The pulled chicken and chicken broth are 2 different products created from 1 method which is another reason why I love it. Make it to portion and freeze, then pull out when you’re ready to use. Yields […]
5 Vegetables In Season for Spring
Spring is here! The days are getting longer and the weather is getting warmer. It’s time to welcome the new life around us as we prepare a new year’s harvest. Here are five vegetables to take advantage of this season. 1. Asparagus These tasty stalks are harvested from late February through June but April and […]
A Fundamental Guide to Healthy Eating
Why Eat Healthy? The answer to this, simply put; humans run on food. It’s the fuel that keeps us going. Everything we eat is either helping our body or working against it. Often, it’s vital purpose is ignored as we opt out a healthy home-cooked meal for whatever’s available. The food industry, from it’s evolution, […]
6 Simple Steps Towards a Healthier Lifestyle
My run at motherhood is teaching me just how demanding a job parenting is. Hands down the most difficult role to fill. This little human counts on you around the clock and you effortlessly abandon your own needs to tend to theirs. It’s easy to neglect yourself but that can cause more harm in the […]