The weeks are going by fast but sometimes the days feel long. Going in to week 11 of working from home I have come to realize that the little things in life are truly the best. ( I sounds like my mom there) Each weekend I have been going over to my parents, sitting socially… Continue reading A Monster Ice Cream Cake for a Little Family Time
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Zesty Summer Fresh Salad
With very little "summer" in the forecast I thought I would add some to my plate. Fresh juicy oranges in a salad say summer to me. Pair them with beets and I love the colour combo. Here is my recipe, serves 2. You need: Green leafy lettuce 2 chicken breasts 1 orange 2 beets 4… Continue reading Zesty Summer Fresh Salad
Chicken, Veggie & White Bean Soup
The countdown to Christmas is on ! I'm feeling really ready for the holidays and my wedding is approaching quick. I've been wanting to keep really hydrated and I've been eating super healthy - wanting to maximize my immune system ! So soup has been a go to meal for me. I love this blend… Continue reading Chicken, Veggie & White Bean Soup
Carrot & Beet Soup
So I started my Christmas shopping ! A couple presents done. And I found all the ornaments I need for my paint night Christmas party (becoming a yearly tradition). Now, on this snowy and chilly Saturday afternoon the stove is hot and my soup is bubbling ! This gorgeous carrot and beet soup is the… Continue reading Carrot & Beet Soup
Christmas Treat! Candy Cane Pretzels
I'm starting to feel the Christmas vibes! And so is my sweet tooth. Light up your kitchen with the spirit of the season with this super easy recipe idea! In a double boiler melt chocolate. I find this is the best way to melt chocolate. If you have not tried this before, its easy! One… Continue reading Christmas Treat! Candy Cane Pretzels
Slow Cooker Mushroom Stroganoff
Serve this over wild rice ! You need: 2 cups vegetable stock 10 cups mushrooms 1/2 cup parsley 1 tbsp oregano 1 leek 1/2 onion 1/2 orange pepper 1 tbsp chilli sauce 1 tsp Sriracha 1 cup sour cream Salt and pepper Do this: Slice your mushrooms (Portobello works well too would need 5-7), leek… Continue reading Slow Cooker Mushroom Stroganoff
Roasted Vegetable Orzo
It’s not rice, its orzo! You need: 2 cups of orzo 1 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms 1 cup cherry tomatoes 1/2 red pepper 1 medium zucchini 1/2 onion 1/4 cup fresh parsley 1/2 cup grape seed oil 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar 1/2 cup feta cheese 1 tsp hot chilli sauce Salt and pepper Do this:… Continue reading Roasted Vegetable Orzo
