Eggplant and Chickpea Tagine A hearty vegetarian meal, this Eggplant and Chickpea Tagine is warmly spiced and the perfect weeknight dinner. The word tagine actually has two different meanings; 1) a type of North African cookware, and 2) a slow-cooked stew made in that traditional cookware. Although tagines are technically always made in an actual…
Spring Green Minestrone A simple soup filled with seasonal greens and fresh herbs, this Spring Green Minestrone is a fresh take on a classic dish. As the days begin to change with the seasons, so do our dietary needs. No longer do we need the rich and hearty meals of winter, but more and more…
Chili Con Carne This Chili Con Carne is a simple and easy to prepare meal that makes a big ol’ pot of food, perfect for a Sunday dinner or simple meal prep idea that will last the entire week to come. The term ‘chili’ is short for ‘Chili Con Carne’ which is a Spanish translation…
Butternut Squash & Sage Risotto This Butternut Squash Risotto is a simple one-pan meal that serves a crowd or makes great leftovers for days of weekday lunches to come. This recipe was inspired by a reader request from Facebook. Although I used to make risotto more frequently, I’ve gotten out of the habit in the…
Hungarian Beef Stew (Goulash) A hearty beef stew, this Hungarian-style goulash is a prime example of how a few humble ingredients can create a flavourful and warming winter meal. Goulash, pronounced as GOO-lash, is a stew made of meat and vegetables that is native to Hungary and other regions of Central Europe. I was first introduced…
Moroccan Carrot Soup This velvety, creamy and slightly spicy Moroccan Carrot Soup is the perfect dish for a cold weather day and a great make-ahead meal. A good soup is a foundational cooking skill that anyone can master. When I started cooking, soups where one of the first things I learned to make, mostly because…
Green Lentil and Spinach Curry A quick and easy one pot meal, this Green Lentil and Spinach Curry is filling and full of flavour making it a perfect plant-based meal. In my opinion, lentils are a totally underrated ingredient. Not only are they incredibly easy to cook on the stovetop but they are incredibly inexpensive to…
Roasted Tomato and White Bean Soup Creamy tomato soup without any cream! This Roasted Tomato and White Bean Soup is incredibly simple to prepare with the same rich and creamy texture of a classic cream of tomato. Last week I paid a visit to my local morning show, CTV Ottawa, to share some simple tips for healthier…
Spicy Black Bean Soup This Spicy Black Bean Soup is simple to prepare and loaded with plant-based protein for a healthy and filling lunch idea. I wasn’t always a fan of beans. In fact, when I was a kid I used to hate them. I thought they were weird and mushy and the texture drove…
Caldo Verde Portuguese Soup Caldo verde Portuguese soup is a simple recipe made of potatoes, kale and a little sausage, and it is the perfect heart-warming soup for a cold and rainy day. If you are wondering if I am Portuguese because I am posting a Portuguese soup, the answer is no. If the ginger hair…
Simple Chicken Stock This Simple Chicken Stock is a classic recipe and the perfect base for a wide variety of soups and stews, and a simple kitchen skill that anyone can master. When I first began making my own soups I always opted for the convenience of store-bought broth or stock cubes. I’m all about keeping…
