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RECENT RECIPES
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EGYPTIAN CHICKEN & TURMERIC BASMATI RICE
My Egyptian chicken and turmeric basmati rice recipe is a labor of love, inspired by a street vendor we found during our wanderings around New York City.
After returning home, I couldn't resist the challenge of recreating those mouthwatering flavours. The secret? A peppered white sauce that adds a creamy kick, and a drizzle of homemade chili oil for that perfect spicy touch. Topped with the freshness of shredded iceberg lettuce and a cucumber tomato salad, this dish is so stinking good!
DETOX CHOPPED SALAD
Recharging after the holiday feasting and an insanely busy November and December, I am finally allowing myself to slow down. Today I treated my body to a burst of freshness – a colorful blend of nutrient-packed crisp veggies, and a delicious zesty dressing. This is my attempt to embrace a healthier start to the new year and to make every bite count!
EASY WHIPPED SHORTBREAD COOKIES
Get ready for some holiday joy with these easy whipped shortbread cookies – you know, the ones we all love during Christmas. They’re that melt-in-your-mouth goodness we can’t resist, and they’ll definitely add that finishing touch to your festive cookie spread.
15 MINUTE PEANUT BUTTER BUTTERSCOTCH SQUARES
These squares are a Christmas treat staple in our home. Extremely easy and ready in 15 minutes, they are delicious, rich little morsels. You can use either plain white marshmallows or live a little and use the fruity colored ones. Both are equally yummy.
JAMAICAN SORREL CONCENTRATE
Today I’m sharing one of our favourite annual Christmas traditions – my Jamaican Sorrel Concentrate recipe!
It's a festive flavor explosion bursting with the essence of hibiscus petals, oranges and spices. If you're a teetotaler like us but want that rum vibe, just let the sorrel simmer at around 175 degrees F for 3 hours to let the alcohol gracefully dissipate while still amping up the flavor…or feel free to skip the rum. We mix ours with either club soda or ginger ale. Both ways are delicious! Cheers to making memories and sipping in style!
EASY JAMAICAN CURRIED CHICKEN
If you enjoy comfort food, you'll love my Easy Jamaican Curried Chicken with chewy dumplings—a delicious twist on the classic comfort of chicken and dumplings. With a fusion of spices, perfectly simmered chicken and tender vegetables, this dish is beyond satisfying. My grand-babies regularly request I make them these dense dumplings coated in the rich curry sauce and they will eat bowl after bowl of them.
HONEYED CHILI GARLIC PORK
A sweet, garlicky, and spicy glaze over beautifully seasoned crispy pork pieces, this dish is a winner.
It can be ready to serve in 30 minutes but tastes like it took hours to prepare.
SOFT & THICK SNICKERDOODLE COOKIES
This version of the ever popular Snickerdoodle cookie makes for soft, chewy and thick cookies. Buttery vanilla flavours with the signature cinnamon sugar coating, these are so delicious and make the perfect cookie to dunk in your tea or to add to your Christmas Baking line up.
EASY LEMON & CAPER CHICKEN PICCATA
Impress your family and guests with this deceptively easy but fancy tasting and looking dish. The tangy lemon and salty capers are perfectly balanced by the butter and cream into a absolutely delicious sauce. As one of my sons said, this will definitely be a birthday meal request in the future.
EASY JALAPENO CHEDDAR BISCUITS
My soft on the inside, crispy on the outside, flaky, buttery multi-layered, mile high biscuits (I could go on but will stop there) are where it’s at! They are what every bowl of comforting soup or stew needs to make a meal complete.
Experiment with flavours by tossing some roasted garlic, shredded cheese, chives, etc in the dry ingredients before blending in the buttermilk for some variations.
30 MINUTE BOURSIN & ITALIAN SAUSAGE PASTA
30 MINUTE BOURSIN & ITALIAN SAUSAGE PASTA. My creamy Boursin & Italian Sausage Pasta is a delicious way to use a package of the popular soft cheese. The sauce is ridiculously good, and it compliments the Italian sausage perfectly. This dish is the perfect comfort food that can be ready in under 30 minutes!
EASY BLACK PEPPER CHICKEN RECIPE (Panda Express Copycat)
Get ready to spice up your taste buds with my black pepper chicken recipe! Inspired by the popular dish from Panda Express, my homemade version is surprisingly easy to make and can be on your table in just 30 minutes.
Don't be fooled by its simplicity, as the bold flavors of black pepper and juicy chunks of chicken will leave you wanting more. Skip the takeout and try my delicious rendition of black pepper chicken tonight!
HOMESTYLE CHICKEN & GNOCCHI SOUP
This is the ultimate fall comfort soup that can be ready in 30 minutes but taste like it's been simmering for hours. It is creamy, silky, packed with flavour and loaded with pillowy gnocchi and tender vegetables.
PEAR, FETA AND BACON SALAD
Welcome to my perfect fall/autumn pear feta and bacon salad recipe with balsamic poppyseed dressing! This delightful salad combines the crispness of fresh pears, the creaminess of feta cheese, and the smoky goodness of bacon, all tossed together with a tangy balsamic poppyseed dressing. It's the perfect blend of flavors and textures that will surely impress your taste buds. So, let's get started and create a salad that captures the essence of the season!
SWEET AND SPICY JALAPEÑO CHICKEN
My Sweet & Spicy Jalapeño Chicken has tender pieces of pan-fried chicken and jalapeño peppers in a sweet and slightly spicy sauce with just a hint of lime. The optional red bell peppers add a pretty pop of colour but the star of the dish is definitely the jalapeños. Depending on your spice tolerance, you can adjust the heat level by using or discarding the jalapeño seeds. Served on a bed of jasmine rice and garnished with toasted sesame seeds, cilantro and an extra squeeze of lime, this dish is an explosion of flavours sure to please even the fussiest of eaters.
It also only takes 30 minutes to make!
BUDGET FRIENDLY PHILLY CHEESESTEAK SANDWICH
Check out my budget-friendly Philly cheesesteak sandwich made with ground beef and sautéed onions and peppers. I combined the classic flavors of the traditional Philly cheesesteak with a wallet-friendly twist. Using ground beef instead of steak not only saves money, but also adds a great texture to the sandwich. It's a budget-friendly sandwich that will have you coming back for seconds, thirds, and maybe even fourths.
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!
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.
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!
QUICK & EASY GREEK SALAD
This is the quickest and easiest Greek salad to make and it’s SO delicious and refreshing!
