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Spicy Eggplant and Chinese Sausage Stir fry

May 23, 2017

Looking for a perfect weeknight dinner recipe? This eggplant and sausage stir fry made the list because it's simply delicious and fast- it comes together in about 15 minutes. A mix of sweet and savory is always a win in my books, and the gentle hit of spice means even those who aren't a fan of spicy dishes will enjoy it (and if you're a ...

recipe, side dish, sponsored, vegetable, winter

How To Feed Series: Clementine Fennel Potatoes

April 20, 2017

Inspired by one of my favourite recipes from "Jerusalem: A Cookbook" by Yotam Ottolenghi and Sami Tamimi, the mix of flavours in this dish is absolutely wonderful. Orange, fennel, thyme, mustard seeds and a generous dose of ouzo (an anise-flavoured aperitif) makes a perfect accompaniment to chicken, fish or even chickpeas.

appetizer, breakfast, recipe, sponsored, vegetable

Latke crust and Vegetable Mini Quiches

March 21, 2017

These mini quiches, cradled in a latke-inspired crust, are perfect little appetizers for brunch or dinner. Not only are they easy to make, but they can be made in advance and enjoyed either cold or slightly warmed. The silky egg filling is almost overflowing with herbs and vegetables, making them fantastic breakfasts on-the-go during the week ...

main dish, recipe, sponsored, spring, summer

Mediterranean Meatball Stew

February 20, 2017

When I come home from a long afternoon of running errands, cheeks cold from the nipping wind and recovering from the slight breathless feeling from climbing over snowbanks and trudging through slush, I have an insurmountable hunger that comes a-knocking. Perhaps you know him- his name is Winter Hunger. Oh, and there's a giveaway too!

autumn, main dish, recipe, vegetable, winter

How to Feed Vegetarian and Gluten-Free Friends: Roasted Squash Gratin

February 1, 2017

Feeding people with dietary constraints is both rewarding and challenging. It can be tough to find recipes that suit restricted diets but are still delightful enough for a weekend dinner with friends. But when the recipe turns out and the guests are raving, that is the rewarding part.

collaboration, main dish, recipe, winter, year-round

Lentil Tacos with Pickled Cabbage, Tahini Cream and Microgreens

January 16, 2017

I absolutely love tacos for a weeknight dinner. They're not only delicious and have endless topping variations, but they're pretty easy and require very little cooking time. Most of the work is actually done at the table by your guests, so you (the chef) just have to put out the toppings (phew!). For this recipe, the toppings I've selected are ...

collaboration, recipe, sweet, year-round

French Shortbread: Sablés Bretons

December 1, 2016

With the holiday season fast (too fast!!) approaching, our holiday baking plans are becoming more and more concrete. If you're organized enough that your freezer is already stocked with your holiday baking, I'm pretty sure you should treat yourself to a golden star sticker. But, if you're like me and you've barely started, I've got your back. ...

giveaway, main dish, recipe, vegetable, year-round

Chorizo and Chicken Paella

November 16, 2016

Paella is a dish I absolutely love. The crispy bits of rice, the abundance of well-seasoned seafood, and of course the generous dose of spices. This Chorizo and Chicken Paella is nothing short of delicious but with more winter-friendly ingredients for us Canadians during the cold winter months. I love the mix of chicken and spicy sausage, ...

recipe, year-round

3-ingredient Dog Biscuits

October 30, 2016

First off, let me make this clear. The dog in these photos, Saxo, is not mine. But he has been living with me for the past three months. He actually belongs to my parents-in-law, and for the short version of the story, we’ve been taking care of him! And, because he isn’t mine, I get to spoil him. I take him on long walks in the ...

autumn, recipe, side dish, sponsored, vegetable, winter

Rosemary Goat Cheese Scalloped Potatoes

October 21, 2016

Disclaimer: Thanks to The Little Potato Company for sponsoring this blog post! All recipes, wording and opinions are entirely my own. Ahhh. Comfort food. The words themselves speak wonders, putting me into a state of relaxation and enjoyment. Or maybe it’s just because I’ve had to loosen my belt buckle just slightly to make a bit ...

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