Lasagna Soup

Tastes like lasagna but less time-consuming and best of all – none of the heaviness associated with the rich and cheesiness of a slice of lasagna. This hearty soup is a winner for several reasons: it’s quick and easy to throw together, it’s extremely forgiving so use any ingredients you have on hand, it freezes…

Quick and Easy Chicken Shawarma

This recipe is to die for – simple and easy which is my type of meal. Recipe originates at  Chew Out Loud – but I made a few changes when I was throwing it together. I served it with salad, rice, hummus and some toasted Naan and pita bread on the side. Everyone at my…

Carrot Coconut Soup

This was a recipe passed on to me by my friend and neighbour who got it from her friend and neighbour. It’s simple with only a few key ingredients and makes for a perfect light supper or a warm autumn lunch. The kids all slurped it up. Enjoy. Ingredients: 4 T. slivered ginger 4 T.…

Pasta With Sausage, Peppers and Feta

This recipe was simple to throw together and delicious – kids liked it too; a nice and easy weeknight supper if ever there was one. My friend Melanie came up with this concoction in order to satisfy her two picky eaters – and she thoughtfully passed it on to me. Enjoy. Ingredients: 1 lb. mild…

Tex Mex Burrito Bowl

Another gem of a recipe from my good friend Sandra. This one is vegetarian (but I think would be just as great with some cooked chicken tossed in). Originally a vegan recipe found at Style at Home, I made some minor changes with great results. Everyone here loved it – kids included. Enjoy. Ingredients: Tex…

Buffalo Chicken Meatballs

These Buffalo Chicken Meatballs were excellent. The entire family gobbled them up with no leftovers – I’m going to double the recipe next time! The original recipe on Delish calls for blue cheese – but I substituted with cream cheese as I’m not a fan. This was the perfect weeknight supper with a kick. Enjoy.…

Eggplant Parmesan

I’m not going to lie – this recipe had me cursing at first because there is a lot of prep work to do. It easily took a few hours to get organized before I was popping this baby into the oven. BUT – it is the best Eggplant Parmesan I’ve ever eaten in my life.…

Homemade Bagels

These bagels are comprised of 4 main ingredients. Honestly – if I hadn’t already made them (several times) I wouldn’t have believed it possible. They are easy to throw together and delicious! Don’t believe me – then try them for yourself? Originally posted on Skinnytaste, my friend Colleen was the one who sent the recipe…

General Tso Chicken

Another awesome recipe thanks to my friend Sandra. The original recipe can be found at Dinner Then Dessert – but I made a few tweaks to it at my house. It turned out great and everyone loved it. The only downside – there are no leftovers! Enjoy. Ingredients: 2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs cut…

Coconut Chicken Curry

A friend of mine sent me this recipe as she thought it would be something we’d like. And she was right on the money. It was delicious – and it made enough for the five of us to have two full meals. There is a bit of prep in terms of chopping veggies – but…