I’ve never been a Brussels sprouts hater, but if I was and had to eat them, this is how I would want them to be prepared: sweetened with some maple syrup and flavoured with salty pancetta. This is a really easy side dish for the holidays too, if you’re still looking to add one to your […] Read more…
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Walnuts and Grainy Mustard Sauce
Entertaining is not something everyone does with complete ease of mind. What should my menu be? How much should I serve? Can I entertain stress-free even if my kitchen is pretty tight for space? These are all valid concerns and ones I have often heard people worry about when they’re planning a get-together. When it […] Read more…
Sweet Braised Fennel
Fennel often gets a bit of a bad rap as having an overpowering licorice-like flavour, or just simply as being a difficult ingredient to use in everyday cooking. I can’t get enough of it, to tell you the truth! It’s actually very versatile to use, changes flavour and texture depending on whether you eat it […] Read more…
Blood Orange, Arugula and Avocado Salad
Often times, a great salad is simply about a killer combination of ingredients. It doesn’t have to be fancy, or have a ton of ingredients, but it does have to have a little heartiness and a mix of textures and flavours. This is definitely the case with this super easy weeknight salad — it’s got […] Read more…
Pea and Ricotta Bruschetta
When the cold weather makes everything seem a little grey (or white!) a bag of frozen peas does a lot to remind me that spring is undoubtedly on its way. This is the one staple I consistently have on hand in my freezer at all times. I add peas to soups, pastas or turn them […] Read more…
Wholesome Whole Grains with Herbed Mushrooms and Feta Cheese
After a delicious week of holiday eating, I’m back in my Toronto kitchen, getting back to old, delicious — but more wholesome — eating habits. This is the kind of dish I turn to when I know my body is craving something nurturing. It starts with par-boiled grains — a real time-saver for any busy […] Read more…