Hey guys! This week is a bit tough financially (good dentistry is worth it though), which got me thinking: Eating healthy can be hard on a budget. So I put together a few tips and recipes from my catalogue that are budget friendly! Wholesale shopping Did you know there’s a lot of places that are way cheaper than your local supermarkets? It’s true. No, I don’t mean Costco. I mean … Continue reading
Hey guys! I’m a bit short on interesting food this week, so I put together a collection of my most BBQ-tastic recipes. all of these can either be prepared over a fire/BBQ, or travel well, in case of pre-made food. Chipotle Honey Beef Ribs with Crimini Mushrooms Lemon Cilantro Roast Chicken Spicy Ribs + Sautéed Onions & Potato Mash Roast Acorn Squash Bowl with Pico De Gallo Mushroom Steak Burgers w/ … Continue reading
Hey guys! It’s finally Spring here in Canada and we’ve just started getting in some nice seasonal produce. So, I thought I’d do something quick and simple, but a little different. This is a lamb stir fry inspired by the flavours in Greek food. Lemon, dill, with a hint of fresh crunchiness from the zucchini. This recipe servers about 3-4 people. You will need: 2 medium zucchini, sliced 1kg lamb stew cubes … Continue reading
Hey guys, this week’s recipe is very customizable Thai Green Curry, and I did cheat a little! I used a pre-made curry paste. Before you lynch me, I’ll say that this curry paste is just the herbs/spices needed: no nasty preservatives! They herbs can sometimes be hard to find. You can find them in just about any supermarket, or Asian market. But if you feel up to making the paste yourself, it’s … Continue reading
Hey guys! This one is mainly about the sides. I’m sure you have mastered the art of roasting chicken parts, so I’m going skip explaining that one. This is a spicy apricot chutney, great for dipping meat in. Especially good with chicken or pork! The mashed parsnips are warm, creamy, comforting and a bit rustic. They’re both really easy, with impressive results that make you feel all fancy and gourmet. ^_^ You will need: 2 cups dried … Continue reading
Hey guys! This week’s recipe is a nice, cosy roasted Butternut squash soup. But it’s got a yummy, spicy kick of Ginger and Chipotle! It’s super easy and makes a delicious lunch or dinner on those cold days. You will need: 1 medium Butternut squash 1 can coconut milk 2 Tsp butter/ghee 1 tsp Chipotle powder (paste works too) 1 tsp ginger powder Step one: Preheat oven to 400. Cut … Continue reading
Hey guys! for this spooky week, I’ve put together some of my most Halloween friendly recipes, along with tips to up the creep factor! (Pics are of the original recipes) Nori Steak Wrap into Bloody Finger Wrap Make a gooey, bloody BBQ sauce, and use beef cut into finger shapes. Add slivered onions for ‘fingernail clippings’ Rhu-berry Pie into BOO-berry Pie (yeah I’m lame ok) Flip this recipe upside down: Instead of doing a crust, make … Continue reading
Hey guys. This recipe, although not the most attractive dish, is absolutely delicious! A big, crispy honey-garlic chicken breast, smothered in a flavourful chunky tomato and bacon sauce. Yes, bacon. I’ve also been craving tomato like mad You will need: 2 cups diced tomato 1 small can tomato paste 3-4 strips of good quality bacon (no, not the maple kind) 2 large chicken breasts, skin on Fresh basil leaves – about … Continue reading
Hey guys! Again, I have an over-abundance of berries, and chicken, so I whipped up this spicy, sweet and tarty chicken dish. You will need: 1 cup fresh raspberries 1 cup fresh blueberries 2 large chicken legs, skin on Pinch of cayenne pepper 1 tsp Chinese five spice 1/2 tsp garlic powder Salt to season 1tsp dried rosemary 2Tsp butter Optional: Red wine Step one: In a small saucepan, melt the butter, … Continue reading
Hey guys, this is something I used to make when I was younger and staying with my grandfather. There was always a surplus of meat, veggies and oddly, berries. Did you know many berries actually taste really nice with red meat? Try it, it’s wonderful! You will need: 2lbs cubed beef 2handfuls fresh blueberries 2C baby carrots, sliced in half lengthwise Butter Coconut oil for frying Salt/pepper/oregano/garlic powder 1 large … Continue reading
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