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ABSOLUTE BEST TUNA CASSEROLE
CASSEROLES, MEATS & MAINS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI CASSEROLES, MEATS & MAINS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI

ABSOLUTE BEST TUNA CASSEROLE

My Tuna Casserole has the perfect combination of creamy, cheesy goodness and hearty flavours that scream comfort food. Not only is it super easy to make with ingredients you most likely have in your pantry, it's also incredibly delicious .

With the addition of golden sautéed onions and celery, thyme and a perfect blend of spices, my tuna casserole is an elevated version of the typical boring tuna casseroles from days past.

So grab your apron and let's get cooking!

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EASY OLD FASHIONED STUFFED PEPPERS
CASSEROLES, MEATS & MAINS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI CASSEROLES, MEATS & MAINS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI

EASY OLD FASHIONED STUFFED PEPPERS

With a handful of simple ingredients and left over rice, these easy Stuffed Peppers are full of flavour and the nostalgia of days past. They are filled with seasoned ground beef, rice, tomatoes and tomato sauce, and of course, cheese. My version includes diced green chili peppers for a bit more flavour. They are then topped with more cheese (because you can never have enough!) and baked until golden.

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SAUCY BRAISED CAJUN BEEF
MEATS & MAINS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI MEATS & MAINS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI

SAUCY BRAISED CAJUN BEEF

Grab your apron and spice up your taste buds with my Saucy Cajun Braised Beef recipe! This dish is all about bold flavors with it's rich savory sauce and tender meat that will leave you craving for more. Feel free to adjust the amount of cajun seasoning for an extra spicy kick. Serve it over creamy mashed potatoes or rice!

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CRISPY BIRRIA TACOS
MEATS & MAINS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI MEATS & MAINS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI

CRISPY BIRRIA TACOS

Today, I'm sharing my recipe for birria tacos. If you haven't tried this Mexican dish yet, you're in for a treat! My guys are huge fans of these crispy tacos with its tender and juicy meat, combined with the rich and savory broth for dipping.

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HOMEMADE BLACKENING SEASONING
MEATS & MAINS, DIPS SAUCES & SPICE BLENDS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI MEATS & MAINS, DIPS SAUCES & SPICE BLENDS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI

HOMEMADE BLACKENING SEASONING

Want to add some savoury, smokey, and slightly spicy flavor to your meals? Blackened seasoning is a blend of Cajun and Creole flavours that has a delicious kick of heat. Making your own blackening seasoning is super easy to put together, and is also sugar-free, gluten-free, and made with commonly found spices you probably already have in your pantry without the added chemicals and preservatives found in store bought blends.

It adds fantastic flavour to poultry, seafood, meats or veggies.

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THE BEST HOMEMADE ITALIAN(ish) MEATBALLS
MEATS & MAINS, APPETIZERS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI MEATS & MAINS, APPETIZERS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI

THE BEST HOMEMADE ITALIAN(ish) MEATBALLS

No need for processed, run of the mill frozen meatballs from the grocery store! Making your own delicious and tender homemade meatballs is easy and will be a family favourite. My slightly twisted version of Italian meatballs are also very versatile.

Simmer them in your favourite marinara or bolognese sauce, serve them with a rich mushroom gravy or even use them in a meatball sub sandwich!

They also freeze extremely well for busy work days. Just defrost in the fridge overnight and serve them your favourite way.

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HEARTY ONE POT LASAGNA SOUP
MEATS & MAINS, SOUPS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI MEATS & MAINS, SOUPS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI

HEARTY ONE POT LASAGNA SOUP

My one pot, hearty lasagna soup is simple, super easy and is ready in under 40 minutes. It has incredible flavour with the rich tomato broth, and is loaded with chunks of meat, tender vegetables and cheesy goodness. It is also very easy to tweak for your own personal taste. For an extra special twist, top with beautiful balls of Burrata Cheese!

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HOMESTYLE CHICKEN POT PIE SOUP
MEATS & MAINS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI MEATS & MAINS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI

HOMESTYLE CHICKEN POT PIE SOUP

A delicious chicken pie made from scratch with carrots, peas, and celery

On the hunt for a new family favorite comfort soup? Then you will love this one! My Homestyle Chicken Pot Pie soup definitely deserves a permanent spot in your family recipe box.

It is chock-full of chicken, potatoes, and vegetables in a savory and silky cream broth.

Served alongside fresh buns or biscuits, it is the ultimate comfort food on cool fall or winter days.

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