Simple Family Friendly Cooking
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 […]
This peri peri chicken marinade is quick and easy to make. Just a few common ingredients stirred together and the ability to hold up well in the freezer make this delicious chicken ready to cook any day of the week. Peri Peri chicken marinade, or […]
Peanut Butter yogurt dip is the perfect addition to a healthy fruit snack. Adding protein, calcium and delicious flavour, this dip will appeal to the pickiest eater, and their parents. If you’re in need of a quick and healthy snack this peanut butter yogurt dip […]
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 […]
These shake and bake chicken drumsticks are crispy, flavourful, juicy and oh so easy to make. Homemade shake and bake chicken drumsticks are one of my favourite weeknight meals. There are only three ingredients in the coating so the whole process is fast, simple and […]
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 […]
These black bean and corn quesadillas are so flavourful you won’t need any sides. It’s quick, simple and oh so tasty. The whole family will be asking for more. Black bean and corn quesadillas are our grilled cheese alternative. For some reason, it’s perfectly ok […]
A simple chicken salad wrap is such an easy way to get a delicious meal on the table in very little time. A chicken salad wrap is great to pack for on-the-go lunches and a nice way to switch things up from the usual sandwich. […]
This oven baked chicken Caesar salad is so easy to make you will be having it for lunch multiple times per week. Chicken Caesar salad is a go-to lunch in our house. We always have chicken in the freezer and G&K all-purpose spice on hand. […]
Carrot ginger lentil muffins are so flavourful you will never know that we are hiding protein-packed lentils inside. These healthy carrot ginger lentil muffins are a great way to get some added nutrients into my kids’ diets. The carrots are an added vegetable and the […]
This beef vegetable and barley soup is full of flavour and nutrients, and is hearty enough for a meal all on its own. A hot steamy bowl of hearty beef vegetable and barley soup is the perfect lunch on a cold day. This soup is […]
Using leftovers effectively can be very intimidating for some people. Most people just reheat leftovers and serve them the same way they did two nights ago. No wonder the family cringes at the thought of eating yesterday’s food! Now, don’t get me wrong. There are some […]