it all started with a love for food
This homemade lasagna bolognese is my pride and joy. Made with fresh homemade pasta, ricotta, ragù alla bolognese and stacked over 6 delicious layers. This is how my mom made it growing up – so lets call it the Canadian version of a traditional lasagna …
When I’m feeling under the weather (or feel like I need some fibre), I often make this lentil vegetable soup. This healthy soup is lightly spiced with a curry blend, along with fresh garlic, onion, carrot, celery, parsnip, potatoes, and rich chicken broth (or veggie).
This homemade buttermilk ranch recipe is exactly what we’ve been looking for in a ranch. It’s lightly tangy, bursting full of fresh herb flavour, and tastes exceptional on pizza and veggies.
Traditionally made by slow-cooking pork in lard, this authentic(ish) recipe uses pork, oranges, limes, and other aromatics and slow cooks them to perfection before crisping them up under the broiler. This recipe has been on my regular rotations for years. It never fails to produce ultra tender, flavourful meat.
This is my favourite quick and healthy side dish when I’m making Mexican food and need to get some veggies on the table. My Mexican Corn and Black Bean Salad is great as a side dish, in a steak taco, or as leftovers eaten straight out of the fridge. It’s an all-purpose, delicious and robust salad that’s perfect in those hot summer months (or even in the dead of winter – it’s so delicious!).
These Raspberry Coconut Tarts are filled with raspberry jam and a sweet coconut filling, topped with almond icing and chocolate. A must try!
Pozole Rojo is all about the toppings. Honestly, it’s my new favourite stew because of the deeply rich (but not too spicy) broth, the tender pork, bright fresh toppings, and crunchy additions like tortilla chips (totopos) and cabbage. It’s amazing!
Moroccan Rice Pilaf is warmly spiced, aromatic, and full of texture from dried fuit and toasted nuts. This version is quick to make and pairs with almost anything – braised lamb, roasted vegetables, grilled meats, or even a chickpea stew.
Hungarian Goulash (or Pörkölt) is a rich meat, paprika, and onion stew primarily flavoured with sweet paprika. Served over spätzle, wide egg noodles, or even boiled potatoes for a rich and hearty dinner.
These easy sautéed green beans are incredibly quick to whip up and only need a couple ingredients. All you need is fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make your green beans outstanding!