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Chunky Granola
I was at the grocery store this past weekend, down the cereal and grains aisle trying to pick up some granola for my yogurt parfaits this week. I was so disappointed in the lack of selection for granola. Maybe it’s supply chain issues which makes up the lack of selection, but nothing looked like a…
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Honey Glazed Carrots
These honey glazed carrots are a must for any occasion or gathering! It offers a rich sweet pairing to whatever protein you might be serving. With Easter this weekend, this recipe is the perfect accompany to your holiday ham and if you have leftovers this is a great veggie addition to your nourish bowls. This…
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Green Smoothie Bowls
I feel like smoothie bowls were such an ‘on trend’ item a few years ago. Every breakfast/brunch spot had them and they were all over the internet. And I KNOW I’m late to the game but this trend has stuck by me. Smoothie bowls really don’t get enough love anymore, they are so versatile. You…
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Lemon Bars
When spring starts to show itself I get so excited, it’s like starting all over again. It means warmer days ahead and bright, fresh food among us. One of my favourite things to make in the spring are these lemon bars. They are so refreshing, the perfect treat to have around, and they make for…
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Vegetarian Lasagna
On some weekends when it’s cold and I have no plans I love to make a comfort meal for dinner. There is always someone coming and going around my place so a comfort dish that can feed a crowd is something that I prefer to do on Sundays. If for the odd time, we don’t…
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Swedish Meatballs and Gravy
I remember when I was younger, my parents lived near an IKEA. When they would go shopping for household items, after the shopping we would grab dinner… specifically those meatball plates. Perfect bite size meatballs covered in gravy and paired with mashed potatoes and cranberry sauce. The perfect meal! I always remembered the lines being…
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Thai Coconut Soup
This warm, rich and cozy soup is the perfect soup for a cold rainy (or wintery day). This soup makes you want to curl up on the couch and just watch Netflix all day! It’s super quick to make and packed full of flavours. The tang from the lime, the fish sauce brings the umami…
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Chewy Hazelnut Brownies
I don’t think it’s any surprise that I LOVE baking. It’s one of my favourite things to do, and usually you will see me once a week baking something around the kitchen. With Valentine’s day just around the corner instead of going to the grocery store and making chocolate baskets (which I usually do) I…
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Cuban Sliders
When I was in university I always dreamt of having super bowl parties, but not because I’m into football (far from it, don’t know the rules nor care for it) but for all the appetizers and good food that is around. And while I still haven’t been to a super bowl party, I have for…
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Pad Gra Prow
Do you ever work long days, and then you look at the time and dread making dinner? That’s me this week, I start work when it’s dark outside and end work when it’s dark outside. I don’t necessarily want to be making dinner that will take FOREVER and so it’s nice to have these sorts…
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Vegetarian Shepard’s Pie
Are you looking to reduce your meat intake? Maybe you are vegetarian and looking for recipe inspiration. Well this vegetarian Shepard’s pie is the recipe for you! While it takes a bit longer to make, due to the two components (1. Filling and 2. Mashed potatoes) it is so worth it. Perfect to do on…
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Coconut Curry Ramen
Ramen is one of those things I crave in the dead of winter, when the weather drops to the negatives and it’s so cold it gives you chills in your bones. When there is not much light outside and cloudy skies for the month of January. It’s the perfect food to help with the January…
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Ginger Maple Cookies
One of my favourite things during the month of December is holiday baking. It’s a time where I can make an abundance amount of cookies and share with friends, family and colleagues (these are also perfect for cookie exchanges). There’s something about making cookie boxes and giving them to others around you so they can…
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Fall Harvest Salad
With the holidays coming up just around the corner, you might be looking for ideas as to what to bring for a dinner. This fall harvest salad is the perfect dish to bring to a family dinner or even a pot luck! Fully loaded with great salad toppings to balance everything out. You have the…
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Butternut Squash Ravioli with Brown Butter Walnut Sauce
One of my favourite things I get excited for in the fall is the cool air which automatically makes me think of comfort food. When my weekends are slow and I have the time, I love getting out the pasta maker and making fresh pasta. Over the weekend, I had a butternut squash and thought…
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Fall Couscous Salad
I love a good salad! And sometimes I get tired of the typical lettuce salads (they have a time and place in my opinion). When fall comes, I just want all the comfort and warm feels and this couscous salad does all of that. It has roasted squash, cranberries and an unreal maple Dijon dressing…
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Pumpkin Spice Donuts with Brown Sugar Frosting and Pecans
We are in full fall mode in my household. Everything from pumpkin spice to warm comforting meals is all that you can find here. With Thanksgiving in just a few days (here in Canada), I wanted to do things differently and instead of making my usual apple crisp for Thanksgiving I am going to be…
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Balsamic Peach Toasties
I am holding onto the last bit of summer every chance I get. With the last bit of peaches coming into the stores, try grilling your peaches. The peaches become more sweet when grilled. I like to grill the bread as well to get a nice crunch. Spread a generous amount of your favourite vegan…
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Blueberry Muffins
Blueberry season is fully upon us and if you are like me, you are looking for creative ways to use up those blueberries instead of just snacking on them throughout the day (although there is nothing wrong with that!). These muffins provide the perfect morning treat (or afternoon pick me up). When you bite into…
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The best grilled vegetables
We are half way through summer here in Canada, and I can happily say it has been a hot one! And now I love the heat (always have and always will), but what I do not love is turning on my oven or stove during the hot summer months and having my air conditioning go…
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Garlic Scape Pesto
Garlic scapes!?!?! What are they and how do I use them? Is what I was thinking when I got them recently in my CSA box this summer. I immediately went into research mode on the interwebs and was able to figure out what I can use them for, and loan and behold I found the…
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Chicken Schnitzel
Growing up chicken schnitzel was a weeknight favourite of ours. Served with roasted potatoes and a green salad this is the ultimate comfort meal! I like to make two stations (instead of the typical three), a batter bowl and the breading bowl. I also shallow fry my schnitzel just because that’s how I grew up,…
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Lemon Butter Chicken
This is my new favourite chicken dish! There’s something about this dish that makes you feel like you are eating out at a restaurant, but has ingredients that you most likely have on hand. Requires a few simple ingredients and a bit of time, but I know for sure this will be a meal anyone…
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Carrot Cake Bars
I love to bake! However, I am a terrible decorator. This is why you will often see me posting cookies or brownies, because you don’t need to make them look pretty. One of my all-time favourite cakes is carrot cake. It’s the sweetness of the carrots mixed with nuts and having it perfectly spiced through…
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Instant Pot Beef Barbacoa
Taco night is a favourite of mine. What I love the most about it, is how creative you can get with it. The tortillas you can pick from corn or flour. The protein source you can go crazy with, like this beef barbacoa and the toppings are the same way. You can go with a…
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Greek Couscous Salad
This salad will be such a hit with not just your dinner table but with everybody else’s. It’s the perfect salad to bring to a dinner party (when it’s safe to do so) or the perfect pairing to your grilled meats. And with BBQ season just around the corner I highly recommend you make this…
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Korean Inspired Chicken Bowls
It’s pretty obvious that I’m a sucker for nourish bowls. There’s just something about using up all the veggies in the fridge and creating something so delicious. This recipe combines the typical flavours you get in bibimbap and makes you want to make it time and time again. Requires just a baking dish, veggies of…
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Vodka Penne Pasta
I have been obsessed with this pasta recipe for weeks now. I have been making it every Sunday and thought numerous times if I should even post this recipe but I finally am because ITS.JUST.THAT.GOOD! I usually serve this with garlic bread (but focaccia would be nice here too) and a salad (usually Caesar). It’s…
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Honey Oat Bread
Bread… It’s one of those things that sounds very daunting but it’s really not. All you really need is a few ingredients and a bit of time on your side. Perhaps a lazy or raining Sunday, where you are stuck at home and can allow the dough to rest. Plus there is no better smell…
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Matcha Tea Latte
Sometimes that 2 pm tiredness hits you all of the sudden, and you are craving that caffeine hit just to get you through the day. Or maybe you are looking to rotate your coffee regime and try something new. I suggest making this matcha tea latte. Perfect pick me up and great alternative to your…
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Sweet Potato & Black Bean Enchiladas
Once a week we do Mexican night. Whether its tacos, quesadillas or these enchiladas, Mexican night is a sure hit in my household! The great thing about this recipe is it doesn’t require a lot of prep. Preparation can be done in various steps such as when the sweet potatoes are boiling I usually prepare…
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Chicken Pot Pie
Whenever I have leftovers I try to repurpose them into a new dish. In this case, I made a whole roast chicken, but because it’s only the two of us at my house, we can’t eat a whole chicken. So, I used the leftovers to make a chicken pot pie because its the most delicious…
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Dark Chocolate Chip Zucchini Muffins
On the weekends, when I am not too busy I like to meal prep my snacks for the week. Whether its just chopping some veggies to have with hummus or fruit to munch on. But when I have all the ingredients, I turn to this recipe. I love to bake and this recipe is the…
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Homemade Hummus
Hummus is my go-to snack during the week. It’s quick, filling and goes well with everything from veggies to crackers and even buddah bowls! I used to buy pre-made hummus but figured I could make my own for a fraction of the cost. And that’s exactly what I did! There’s a few things I do…
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Coconut Curry Chicken
In the winter where I live a lot of people turn to warm hearty soups to get them through the long days. While soups are amazing and there is nothing wrong with a warm bowl of it, when I am looking for something a bit more filling I turn to curries! This coconut curry is…
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Bailey’s Hot Chocolate Cupcakes with Whipped Cream Frosting
Hot chocolate season is fully upon us! And while your social media feeds are probably filled with hot chocolate bombs or cute mugs with hot chocolate and marshmallows, I figured I would share my hot chocolate recipe with a twist! And while I love making cupcakes from scratch, during the holiday season I don’t always…
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3 Holiday Side Dishes You Need on your Table
I love a good roast (especially ones for the holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas), but thinking about it can be overwhelming. There are many factors that go into it such as what sides should I serve? When should I make the side dishes so everything is hot when the main dish is ready? This is…
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Mac n Cheese
I’ll let you in on a little secret…I love weekends! On the weekend I have more time to cook dishes that use more pans/pots or take more time. That being said, my all time favorite recipe for the weekend is Mac n Cheese. This dish is great on it’s own but also fantastic as a…
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Sheet Pan Honey Mustard Chicken and Root Vegetables
The holidays might look different this year but that doesn’t mean you don’t have to celebrate. This sheet pan honey mustard chicken is the perfect recipe for a small gathering. You don’t have to spend endless hours in the kitchen, it uses easily accessible winter vegetables here in Canada, and the best part is…only one…
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Instant Pot Butternut Squash Soup
One of my favorite things about the fall is that it is soup season. And one of my favorite soups is butternut squash soup! I make this recipe every two weeks on Sunday and I have it for lunch during the week with a grilled cheese. It’s so easy and quick to do because you…
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Nourish Bowls
Don’t get me wrong, I love a good salad but on cold days in the fall and winter I am looking for something a bit more hearty & warm for lunch. These nourish bowls are the perfect fix! This recipe is great because you can use any vegetables on hand (personally in the fall I…
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Fresh Pasta
Going to Italy was always on my travel bucket list. When I finally was able to go to Italy a few years back I made sure I attended an Italian cooking class in the heart of Tuscany. It was by far one of my favorite memories of Italy! When I was there I had the…
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Sheet pan Greek chicken
One of my favorite meals to make is this sheet pan Greek chicken. It is such a time saver and requires minimum prep. Paired with any traditional Greek side, this meal will be such a family night winner! While the chicken and vegetables cook, I often make roasted potatoes (on a different sheet so the…
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Vegan sweet potato soup
There’s something about a crisp fall afternoon or evening where you can whip up a quick and hearty soup, place yourself on the couch (wrapped in your favourite blanket) and enjoy your favourite television show. That’s what happened to me when I made this soup! My last farm share box included a lot of sweet…
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Bread Machine Cinnamon Rolls
There is something about making cinnamon buns that is just so satisfying. A work of love, these save you some of the labor by using a bread machine to make the dough. Once the dough is made, this recipe comes together in no time. As the rolls start to bake in the oven, your whole…
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Roasted Cauliflower & Carrot Soup
One of my favorite things about fall is that soup season begins! I love making soups because they don’t require a lot of ingredients (usually less than a handful), they don’t take a lot of time, and they bring so much comfort and warmth. On top of this, the recipes yield large servings and the…
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Classic white wine gravy
Remember that whole roasted chicken recipe I posted last week? Well when all done cooking in your instant pot you can use all them juices for a delicious gravy. Do NOT throw it out, that is flavor town right there! This gravy recipe can be done while your chicken rests, and any leftover gravy can…
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Instant Pot Rotisserie Chicken
There is nothing that smells better than a roast chicken and all the fixings with it. However, the problem with making a roast (especially during the week) is how long it takes. But you shouldn’t worry now, this recipe saves you half the time and effort. While the chicken is cooking in the instant pot…
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Instant Pot Pulled Pork
Just because the last weekend of summer is over doesn’t mean you have to give up all your favorite summer foods! I have been craving a pulled pork sandwich for the longest time and the grocery store had some pork shoulder on sale so I quickly grabbed it and headed home to make this recipe…
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Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal
Happy September! I can’t believe it’s September, summer once again has gone by too fast! One of the great things about September is this is my excuse to make everything fall! It’s still warm enough to enjoy the last bit of summer fruits and vegetable but cool enough at night to have an excuse to…
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Kung Pao Style Cauliflower
In my household we love Asian cuisine, but we don’t love how take-out is so greasy and shy on the veggies. We are also trying (like most others) to consume less meat in our house. This recipe uses cauliflower (as we have had so much of it this summer and had to use it up)…
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Peach Muffins
I love peaches! It’s probably my favourite fruit and when it comes to the summer, it’s what I often look forward to picking up at the store or farmer’s market. I often find myself grabbing the 3 litre basket of peaches only to realize that I need to rush to eat them before they go…
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Marinara Pasta Sauce
For years my boyfriend (who has Italian genes) use to tease me about using jarred pasta sauce. I mean it’s easy, cheap and convenient, why wouldn’t you use it? One day I had enough of the teasing and decided that I need to start making my own pasta sauce, and boy i’m glad I did.…
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Street Corn Salad
One of my favorite things about summer is sweet corn. Although it has no nutritional value the taste of it has me always wanting more. And with the excessive amount of corn I bought last week I needed something other than corn on the cob to add to my dinner plate. Therefore, I have turned…
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Cauliflower Chickpea Tacos
Cauliflower has been so abundant, almost to a point where I am unsure what to do with it anymore. But in our house, we love tacos (we probably have tacos once a week) and that got me thinking, I shall combine cauliflower with tacos! After playing around in the kitchen, this recipe is perfected! The…
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Chicken Pad Thai
With the weekend just around the corner, we often find ourselves calling our local Thai restaurant for take-out. However, I have been noticing that it’s taking a lot longer to get the food than if I were to make it at home. So, I set myself a challenge; to come up with a recipe that…
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Spicy Noodles
Do you ever get a craving for some spicy, saucy, ramen noodles? If yes, then you are in the right place. This recipe is quick, easy and only requires 6 ingredients. And when I say this is spicy, I mean a ‘numbing your mouth’ kind of spicy, just the way we like it. But be…
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Sheet Pan Honey Balsamic Chicken
This summer has been abundant with zucchini and asparagus and this is the perfect recipe for those veggies. This recipe is amazing as it’s all cooked in the oven and on ONE sheet pan. Feel free to use whatever seasonal vegetables you have on hand. I line my baking sheet with aluminum foil for even…
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Strawberry Oatmeal Bars
Strawberries are so abundant right now and when you feel like you have too many of them because you picked too many (or you just bought a lot) this is the perfect way to use them up. The base starts with oats so it’s not too rich. And the filling thickens up to become almost…
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Cauliflower Wings
WINGS! Ahhh, they are the perfect appetizer for game night and go so well with celery and carrots! But what happens, when you’re watching your meat intake, or just watching how much you consumer? You make these! Cauliflower wings. Now I will warn you they don’t have the meat texture that you get with a…
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Peanut Noodles
Sometimes I am craving something light and easy for dinner on a hot summer day like today, but I don’t necessarily want to eat something cold like a salad. This peanut recipe checks all the boxes! This recipe is quick, easy and doesn’t feel heavy so you don’t have to worry about feeling too full…
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Kale Chips
Where I live kale is in season, and I’ve even received kale in my produce box a few times already. While kale is great for morning smoothies, I have so many leftovers, leaving me to wonder… what do I do with all this kale? Well the answer is easy…KALE CHIPS. These “chips” are a much…
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Take-Out Red Thai Curry
This recipe is in no way authentic, but it still has all the flavors to hit the spot. Unlike the curry you get from restaurants and take out, this is packed full of vegetables, so you don’t feel so bad eating it. You will not miss the take-out stuff, I promise. And when you realize…
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Go-To Crispy Tofu
I enjoy cooking with tofu as I often forget to take out my protein the night before to defrost in the fridge. On those nights its quick and easy to make this tofu recipe for some added protein to any meal. Tofu goes so well with stir frys. With a bit of love and prep…
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Take-Out Lo Mein
This recipe is the perfect fake take-out recipe. It’s not authentic in any way but I can guarantee it will satisfy all those noodle cravings you’ve been having. The noodle and sauce combo is just perfection! With the addition of veggies and meat, you’ll get all your nutrients and feel satiated! Saucy noodles + vegetables…
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One Pan Honey Mustard Chicken & Veggies
Sometimes when I don’t feel like spending too much time in the kitchen I turn to this recipe. Its quick, yet delicious and super easy. It requires one roasting dish (you know what that means…quick clean up). You marinade the chicken and dump on top of a roasting dish full of vegetables. Do not discard…
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Korean Style Beef
I love the combination of these flavours paired with the ground beef. You have the saltiness from the soy, the sweetness from the sugar and a bit of spicy to round out the whole dish. As well, ground beef is an affordable option and makes enough to feed a lot. This recipe pairs well with…
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Asian Lettuce Wraps
When the weather gets hot and humid all I am looking for is something refreshing and quick to eat for dinner. These lettuce wraps hit the spot. The filling allows you to feel satiated, while the lettuce is light and refreshing. This works perfect as an appetizer or as a light dinner for a hot…
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Banana Bread Nut Muffins
Often times when I go to the grocery store I will pick up extra bananas. I tend to use bananas to make smoothies for breakfast, but the bananas that don’t get used by the end of the week transform into these delicious banana bread nut muffins. They aren’t too sweet but the ripe bananas make…
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Roasted Veggie & Cheese Quesdilla
Mexican food! It is one of my favourite types of cuisine, from tacos to nachos. Its all a party in my mouth. Not only is Mexico a popular destination trip for me (bless the sun, and the hot temperatures there), it also has some wicked wicked food. So it’s no surprise I would eventually add…
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Bakery Style Chocolate Chip Muffins
Breakfast! It is something I do not enjoy. One, because most of the time I do not have the time to make something delicious (ie; eggs and toast). And two, I cant sit through 15 mins (sometimes longer) trying to eat something when I am not hungry. So I came up with this idea that…
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Pumpkin Pie Cookies
Since fall has arrived and ’tis the season for pumpkin flavoured everything, I thought this would be the perfect time to share my pumpkin pie cookies. These cookies provide the perfect amount of moisture, and are chewy (as those cookies are the best kind around). They are also a wonderful alternative to your traditional pumpkin pie…
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Mexican Quinoa Salad
It’s been a while since I have posted a recipe, and as I looked throughout my recipe book I saw this one and thought I would share it with you. In no way am I saying this recipe is traditional (as I am no where near Mexican ethnicity) but, it does incorporate ingredients that Mexicans…
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Cookies n Cream Ice-Cream
You scream, I scream, we all scream for ice-cream! Well… maybe not for the ice cream found at your local grocery store. Recently bae had purchased me an ice cream machine. After attempting to make a dairy free ice cream (which failed) I gave up and decided the ice cream game wasn’t for me. But…
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Chocolate Cupcakes with Cookie Dough Frosting
Valentine’s day is just around the corner and what better way to spend the occasion with your single friends binge watching Netflix and eating your feelings. Who needs a significant other when you have friends right? These cupcakes are the perfect way to end your pizza party on Valentine’s day. They are decadent and so…
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Mushroom Risotto
Looking for a one pot dinner wonder? Fear not, this recipe is perfect for you. Well two pots (if you want to heat up the chicken broth). My mushroom risotto is one of the most highly requested meals in my family, even though I am not Italian! But hey if it makes my Italian boyfriend…
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls
Are we at that point yet where we can give up on our new year’s resolutions? If not, then this recipe might just get you off the “lose 10 pounds” bandwagon. Well for my mom it is. One of the fastest treats you can make is my chocolate peanut butter balls. They do not require…
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Open Faced Mini Sandwiches
One of my favourite lunches to make is a little platter of open faced sandwiches. They look very cute on a cutting board all stacked up. When entertaining, they are great during cocktail time, served as appetizers. Another plus to these mini sandwiches is that it can be mixed up every time. You can do…
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Candy Cane Pretzel Toffee Biscuits
Looking for last minute edible gift ideas for that one person you seem to always forget about? Fear not, I have the perfect gift for you! These toffee biscuits look very impressive and take little time to make. They only require a handful of ingredients and most of which you probably already have on hand.…
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