I think that the word casserole can sometimes have a negative connotation. Maybe when you hear casserole you think of a super creamy and stinky tuna casserole? Or maybe you associate it with “leftover night” from your childhood where all the previous days leftovers were thrown together and baked in the oven, to try to create a new…
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How to: Homemade Granola Bars
Eating whole, unprocessed food is something I strive to do more and more often. And no, I am not a hippie. I like Kraft Dinner. And Cheez Whiz. And Nibs. And Sweet Chili Heat Doritos. And…OK, you get it. But for the most part, I eat fresh, simple food; and it tastes better. Way better….
How To: Order in Easy and Healthy
Most nights of the week, we are pretty good at getting a home cooked meal on the table. And generally, when we want to eat out…we eat out. But there are just some nights when a longer than expected day at work leaves you drained and even too tired to heat up any leftovers or…
How to: Salmon made Easy, Easier and Easiest
It occurred to us that we’ve really been focusing on vegetarian recipes, but I swear, we’re omnivores! Let’s ease in to animal products shall we? Fish is on regular rotation in both our homes, and the usual suspects for weeknight cooking include salmon, trout and tilapia. Salmon has great flavour and texture and it’s a…
How To: Quick and Healthy Everyday Breakfast
Breakfast is by far my favourite meal of the day. While I do enjoy a nice lunch and delicious dinner and even the odd brunch, it’s the early morning meal that really does it for me. Sitting down to my steaming mug of coffee and giant bowl of cereal while catching up on my blog…
How to: Zucchini
Raise your hand if you own a garden (or if you’re the lucky-duck neighbour of someone who does) and you’re in zucchini overload. Raise it again if you’re going to roll your eyes the next time someone suggests making zucchini bread. That’s what I thought. I’m here to help. This raw zucchini salad is perfecto…
How to: Potato Salad
I’m certain I was Irish in a previous life. And if I do finally manage to take that trip out to the east coast, when I set foot on PEI, there’s an excellent chance I won’t come home. Advantage: potato. My most favourite starch. This time of year, new potatoes abound at farmers’ markets. I…