Simple Family Friendly Cooking
Chicken burgers often come either breaded or with a grilled chicken breast but neither of these methods really captures the juiciness or flavour of a hamburger. I love a good hamburger any day of the week and these chicken burgers are right at the top […]
I never used to eat pancakes for breakfast, better yet pink pancakes. I used to think that pancakes were a treat when going to a diner for breakfast. I also used to think that pancakes took a lot of time to make. Then I had […]
Lasagna is the comfort food of comfort foods but we all know that it’s a bit labour intensive. This makes it a great candidate for your meal prep routine. The best part about this recipe is that it is freezer friendly. Lasagna is one of […]
The holidays are just around the corner which means it’s time to brainstorm holiday meal ideas. As always they are coming faster than we can plan. Since I am thinking about my menu for Christmas Day, I thought I would share some of my ideas […]
All of your favourte breakfast flavours in one delicious casserole. This easy, healthy and delicious dish will become a weekend regular. Growing up in Poland Christmas morning wasn’t anything special. A hash brown and egg casserole definitely was not on the menu. We celebrated Christmas […]
This turkey meatloaf is made to cater to the kiddos. With a little bit of tasty cheese and a perfectly curated sauce, ahem… ketchup, every child will be wanting more. Growing up, we only ever had meatloaf on special occasions. I never understood why because […]
This Carrot and Apple Slaw makes for a great side to any meal and doubles perfectly as a quick snack. With a hint of sweetness, this fresh slaw will have everyone in your family asking for seconds. As a kid, this was my absolute favourite […]
I’ve always been a big fan of oven-roasted skin-on bone-in chicken, but baking a whole chicken was always very intimidating. That was until my late mother-in-law introduced me to beer can chicken. Though this recipe is not hers, we do make this beer can chicken […]
The all-purpose spice emerged from being very bored with herbed chicken. I needed a little punch, particularly for chicken with skin on. There is nothing better than the crispy skin of a roasted chicken. Am I right? Preparing All-Purpose Spice There is nothing easier than […]
A brown sugar apple crisp is the perfect ending to any dinner. It’s a simple dessert that satisfies any sweet tooth. If you’re thinking that brussels sprouts are not your thing stop right there!  If you have not tried parmesan roasted brussels sprouts you have been […]
French toast does not have to be a special weekend meal. Make a double batch and freeze to throw into a toaster and serve mid-week, or pack it for a school lunch. Everyday French toast is for every day of the week, or any day […]
Preparation I try to buy meat in bulk whenever I can because I love a freezer stocked with all cuts of meat. This makes my life easier when I come up with a new idea or craving for dinner and ensures I’m not running to […]