Vegetarian

Birdseye view of plated Pink Pancakes with maple syrup and strawberries

Blender Pink Pancakes

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 […]

Carrot and Apple Slaw

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 […]

All-purpose spice with individual ingredients.

G&K All-Purpose Spice

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 […]

Parmesan Roasted brussels sprouts

Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts

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 […]

Everyday French Toast (Freezer-Friendly)

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 […]

Steamed green beans with onion garlic topping.

Steamed Green Beans with Onion Garlic Topping

Preparation Start by cutting the ends of the green beans off. The beauty of using French green beans is that you can usually skip this step as they come packaged and trimmed. Wash the beans under lukewarm water.  Add ½ cup of water to the […]

Finished simple pizza sauce.

Simple Pizza Sauce Recipe

We make pizza at our house all the time. Whether we make the dough from scratch, use naan bread (our favourite go-to) or make pizza buns we always like to use our own pizza sauce. There are a couple of variations that we use but […]

Ranch dressing served with freshly cut vegetables as a dip.

Quick and Easy Ranch Dressing and Dip

There is nothing like veggies dipped in a fresh and zesty ranch dressing. If you want your family to look forward to a veggie snack this dip is definitely going to make that happen. Preparing the Ranch Dressing and Dip Mix all ingredients together until […]

Finished turmeric rice.

Turmeric Rice

Turmeric rice is the easiest way to brighten up your meal with both colour and flavour. Simple to make and beautiful to look at.  Turmeric rice brightens up every meal! Rice is always an easy side to any meal but it can get boring really […]

Baked chocolate chip banana lentil muffins.

Banana Lentil Muffins

Preparation Once you have all of your ingredients ready the batter will come together very quickly. The most time-consuming part will be cooking the lentils, so start with those.  Put the lentils and 1 cup of water into a small pot and cook on medium […]

hot oatmeal served topped with fresh berries

Hot Oatmeal Bowl

A hot oatmeal bowl is a perfect breakfast for a cold winter morning. However, if you add some fresh berries when they’re in season it also becomes a very suitable summer dish.  Also known as porridge in some parts of the world, oatmeal is a […]

Frittata served on a plate with tomato salad.

‘Everything In’ Breakfast Frittata with Potatoes

‘Everything-in’ in this breakfast frittata with potatoes means that you can literally add everything in your fridge. This dish is the perfect way to use up leftover vegetables from the week. It’s a dish I often make right before grocery pick-up just to clear out […]