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RECENT RECIPES

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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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LEMON DILL with FETA COUSCOUS SALAD
SALADS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI SALADS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI

LEMON DILL with FETA COUSCOUS SALAD

Let me tell you about my Mediterranean Lemon & Dill with Feta Couscous Salad. It's seriously so good! Pearl pasta, crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and feta cheese all in one bowl? Yes, please! And don't even get me started on the sunny dill and lemon dressing - it ties all the ingredients together perfectly. Trust me, you won't regret trying this healthy and yummy dish. It’s bright. It’s fun. It’s light. It’s delicious!

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BLUEBERRY BANANA & CHOCOLATE MUFFINS with STREUSEL TOPPING
BREADS, SWEETS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI BREADS, SWEETS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI

BLUEBERRY BANANA & CHOCOLATE MUFFINS with STREUSEL TOPPING

Ooh, let me tell you about these delicious Blueberry Banana and Chocolate Chip Muffins with Cinnamon Streusel Topping!

The batter is perfectly sweetened and spiced with a hint of cinnamon for that warm, cozy flavor we all know and love. And the best part? They come topped with an irresistible cinnamon streusel that adds a sweet and crunchy texture to each yummy bite.

Now, onto the fun facts! Did you know that blueberries are not only tasty, but they're also packed with antioxidants and vitamins? And bananas, of course, are a great source of potassium and fiber. As for chocolate chips... well, they just make everything better, don't they?

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LEMON MERINGUE LAYERED ANGEL FOOD CAKE
SWEETS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI SWEETS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI

LEMON MERINGUE LAYERED ANGEL FOOD CAKE

This light, bright and delicious cake is a slice of lemony heaven. Using a boxed angel food cake mix, a jar of lemon curd, a bit of whipped cream and meringue, it is a quick and easy dessert and is sure to impress your family or guests.

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QUICK & EASY MINESTRONE SOUP RECIPE
SOUPS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI SOUPS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI

QUICK & EASY MINESTRONE SOUP RECIPE

This super easy Minestrone Soup is a delicious and hearty Italian classic loaded with vegetables, beans, and pasta in a rich tomato broth. It’s even better the next day!

Bonus? It’s a budget friendly meal in a bowl.

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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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BEET & PORK RIB BORSHT
SOUPS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI SOUPS CHARMAINE ZILINSKI

BEET & PORK RIB BORSHT

When I married my Ukrainian , I vowed I would learn to make the favourite childhood dishes his Baba spoiled him with. One of those dishes was the iconic sweet & tangy red beet soup.

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