Recipes

 Cast iron pans are probably one of the most versatile types of cookware out there. I love that they can be used on the stove top, in the oven, on your BBQ and even on an outside firepit. Read on for some great uses and recipes for your cast iron pan.

Whether you’re headed to a potluck or need a hostess gift, these easy sweet dishes will be sure to please at any Christmas party.

Breakfast is the most important meal. Every nutritionist will boast to eat (something healthy) within two hours after waking up. Now that back to school is here and you’re going to be in a bigger rush than the summer month, here are five fast and easy breakfast recipes using a muffin pan. 

I’ll come right out and admit it. Until fairly recently, I wasn’t a big fan of experimenting with spices. Part of the reason was because I was stuck in a rut after years of cooking for kids who would turn their noses up at anything that wasn’t completely traditional. Mac and cheese, mashed potatoes, and even spaghetti sauce-if I added even a touch of spice, they wouldn’t eat it and I’d end up making them something else. Now that I’ve started experimenting with spices, I’ve taken the most basic dishes I’ve always cooked and jazzed them up until they are virtually unrecognizable. Here are three of my favourite recipes to get you started experimenting with spices.

If you have kids then you know March, spring or Easter break is just around the corner. This means you get a break from making school lunches, but have to probably cook more meals. You may also have some guests visiting for Easter and it can be stressful feeding everyone. Read on for some great one pan recipes to make life a little easier.

Valentine’s Day is this Sunday, and if you’ve got nothing planned yet or you’re like me and staying in to watch Netflix, take a look at some of my favourite Valentine’s Day recipes.

In this edition of Prepare for the Canadian winter series, we’re talking about the versatility of sandwiches and how with a few go to recipes you can be prepared for whatever Mother Nature throws at you this winter.   There are also some great small appliances and pans perfect for taking your sandwiches to the next level.    

New Year’s Eve is upon us, and if your plans include hanging out with friends at home, I’ve got some great appies for you to make and bake.

With root vegetables, every traditional meal you serve could have a new and interesting taste. Kick your comfort food to the curb, try these recipes, then weigh in on what you think about the root vegetable food trend.

 I like to host parties, but I’m realizing that I have to add vegan options to the appetizers I serve. Since summer calls for BBQ, here are some vegan recipes that will earn star status on the grill.