Tag: dinner sides

Easy Jamaican Rice and peas in a bowl

Easy Jamaican Rice and Peas

This easy Jamaican rice and peas recipe makes the most creamy and flavourful side dish that you’ve ever had. The combination of spices and coconut flavour will transport you to the Caribbean instantly. Rice and peas is traditionally a Jamaican dish that is often served […]

sauteed spinach with garlic and sausage in a bowl topped with grated parmesan

Sauteed Garlic Spinach and Sausage

Sauteed spinach with garlic and sausage is an excellent lunch all on its own or a delicious main. Packed with protein and iron, this dish is a quick and healthy way to quench your hunger. Garlic spinach with sausage is one of our favourite meals. […]

couscour with butternut squash in a bowl

Couscous with Butternut Squash

Couscous with butternut squash will surprise you and your whole family with its rich, sweet and nutty flavours. Couscous is a very popular ingredient in northern Africa and surrounding areas. I have always shied away from it but once I gave it a try I […]

maple dijon dressing in mason jar

Quick Maple Dijon Dressing and Marinade

Maple Dijon Salad Dressing is very versatile. It is perfect for any salad or bowl and makes a delicious marinade. Homemade maple Dijon salad dressing and marinade is perfect for last-minute sides or for days where cooking is just not your priority.  It’s a really […]

Scooping corn salsa on a spoon out of a full bowl on a cutting board.

Simple Corn Salsa

This simple corn salsa is a refreshing and sweet addition to any meal either as a side or as a topping. Its versatility to use fresh or canned corn makes it possible to enjoy any time of year. With just 5 ingredients this simple corn […]

Homemade Caesar salad topped with freshly grated parmigiano reggiano

Homemade Caesar Salad Dressing

With only 3 ingredients, this homemade Caesar salad dressing is so simple you can whip it up on a whim any day of the week. This is the easiest dressing that you will make. With just 3 ingredients you’re likely to already have them in […]

Cheesy smashed potatoes with sour cream and green onions

Cheesy Smashed Potatoes

Akin to potato skins but without all the work, these cheesy smashed potatoes are the perfect side dish or party appetizer. Cheesy smashed potatoes are a fun way to switch up how you serve mini potatoes. They can be a fun side dish or a […]

Lemon and Parsley Rice

Have lemon and parsley rice as a side or as the base of a saucy main. It’s a healthy dish that will add a delightful freshness to any meal.

Stewed Cabbage

Easy to make, with a few simple ingredients, stewed cabbage can stand on its own or be a great side dish. Warm, slightly sweet and smoky, this dish almost melts in your mouth. Cabbage is full of nutrients but isn’t always the most popular vegetable. […]

Holiday Meal as a family

Holiday Meal Ideas The Whole Family Will Love

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 […]