making everyday family meals extraordinary
Peanut butter and jam. And chocolate! I know, I know. This tart is as good as it sounds, I promise. Since I don’t post terribly often compared to many other food bloggers, I’m a bit behind with certain flavour combinations and holidays. Enter the desire for a peanut butter and chocolate recipe. One in which …
I fully admit that it’s supposed to be all about the “healthy” foods at the start of the New Year. Lover of nachos and a person who regularly gives into cravings, I say let’s eat these Loaded Greek Pita Nachos with lamb, a crazy amount of veggies, a bit of feta and drizzled with a …
If we’re going to go with the whole resolutions, intentions, something small to strive for, then let’s do while exciting our taste buds and truly enjoying it shall we? Call me crazy, but I want to be excited about eating healthy delicious wholesome foods, like a Kale Salad. Foods I know my family will be …
Every girls dream! Errr … I mean, it’s every hosts dream for parties. This has to be the easiest and fastest appetizer that will wow your guests. I put these out for an open house party we had before Christmas and everyone asked about the hot dates. Which sounds funny, but are delicious. Dates quickly …
Classic baked potatoes in mini format taken to a new herby (and delicious) status. These Herby mini Hassleback Potatoes are easy to prep and are hands-off baking!
This Spiced Apple Cider Cake with Frosted Cranberries is a dreamy Fall cake with four layers of spiced apple cider cake and layers of light frosting with sweet and tart sugared cranberries.
Holidays in every single bite with this White Chocolate Cranberry Gingerbread French Toast.
Brown butter. Enough said right? I should end the post here. But I won’t. I’m a sucker for most vegetables. Cauliflower is one of my favourites when it’s cooked in a new way. This dish moves me with its stunning presentation as well as it’s deliciousness.
Easy Baked Ratatouille to round out any Fall meal. Perfect for holiday potlucks!
I couldn’t resist buying these cute mini (crab) apples at the Farmer’s Market. Even armed with the knowledge that they’re unbelievably tart and not a hand eating apple, I still went ahead. I originally wanted to walk away shaking my head while uttering that I’m not ready for Autumn to be here, but alas, I …
I’m crushing hard over the local strawberries. They’re smaller than the usual ones you see at the grocery store, but they’re bursting with flavour. They’re incredibly sweet for strawberries at this time of year. Almost jam like in the sweetness quality making them perfect for desserts where you don’t want to add a ton of …
Spaghetti with Tomatoes and Hazelnuts is a fabulous meal with fresh juicy tomatoes, hazelnut crumble and herbs.
These No Churn Ice Cream 3 ways are a great way to make homemade ice cream. Homemade ice cream recipe to beat the heat! Espresso Chocolate Chip, Vegan Pina Colada, and Bourbon Peach flavours to chose from.
Bright grilled corn salad with avocados and cilantro lime dressing. Perfect for summer meals, BBQs, and potlucks.
One of our favourite summer BBQ side dishes is this one. It’s fast, fresh, and full of tropical flavour that you’re almost on the beach in Hawaii. Almost. Serves 2-4 Ingredients: 1 medium ripe papaya, peeled (using a vegetable peeler), seeds removed, and halved lengthwise drizzle of olive oil 1 cup salsa (store bought is …
A Watermelon Smoothie recipe with lime and mint to create an easy-pleasing smoothie that everyone loves. 4 Ingredients and made in under 10 minutes!
For both my pregnancies I’ve craved cucumber; an unusual amount. Apparently it has something to do with cucumber helping to balance out the acid in my tummy. Who knew? Regardless, this crostini takes all things yummy and puts it on toast. Crazy simple and crazy good. I’m going to start roasting lemon slices for everything: …
3 Ingredient fresh Tomato recipe. Layers of puff pastry, soft cheese, and fresh juicy tomatoes for a deliciously fresh dish!
