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Simple Charcuterie Board for Two

Simple Charcuterie Board for Two

As we’re coming up to Thanksgiving in this very strange year, I know a lot of people who are celebrating differently. In our house, that means just the two of us. With only two people eating it can seem like a lot of excess work…

12 Easy Quarantine Recipes

12 Easy Quarantine Recipes

What a year. So far 2020 has brought a lot of hardship and has found people trapped at home almost full time. Though a lot of countries are doing well at holding off a second wave of the virus, many are heading into the colder…

Balsamic Roasted Roots

Balsamic Roasted Roots

At the end of the winter, and at nearly 2 months in quarantine, I know everyone is hankering for spring. But if you’re like me, you probably still have some storage veggies kicking around. Root vegetables are great for keeping for long periods of time.…

French Style Peas

French Style Peas

The first time I made peas in this French style, it was love at first bite. I sometimes forget that other people don’t always make their peas this way because it’s just so darn delicious. In my culinary classes, years ago, these French Style Peas…

Chocolate Chili

Chocolate Chili

Sweet and spicy is a pretty fantastic combo, I’m sure you’ll agree. And a really great way to present that combo is Chocolate Chili. Usually, recipes for chocolate chili are big into the chili part and just add a hint of chocolate. That’s fine for…

Bean & Mushroom Burger

Bean & Mushroom Burger

Bean burgers have quickly become a favourite in our house over the last year or so. And it’s pretty easy to see why, this recipe is a perfect example of how flavourful and satisfying they can be! Canned beans also happen to be something that…

Spicy Maple Brussels Sprouts

Spicy Maple Brussels Sprouts

Time for another quarantine recipe everyone! Brussels sprouts are a totally underrated vegetable, and there are so many great ways to prepare them. These Spicy Maple Brussels Sprouts are a super simple and yummy recipe that I was able to throw together quickly, using only…

Rice & Lentil Salad

Rice & Lentil Salad

With all of us stuck at home, I’ve been hearing from plenty of people who are running out of ideas for meals. It can be difficult to cook solely based on what’s in the pantry. So I’m hoping to put together a series of recipes…