You know what’s weird? I’ve never actually made a real meatball in my life. I’ve only ever made vegetarian or vegan meatballs before. But I think that this may be my favourite one yet! I managed to veganize these meatballs and they managed to stay together the entire time, even putting them into sauce and whatnot. The fresh herbs really make a huge difference in this recipe - check it out after the jump!
Read MoreA vegan dish that hails from Northern China - who new? I certainly didn’t. And since the weather has gotten significantly colder, I couldn’t be more happy with this satisfying dish of di san Xian.
Read MoreI think the easiest salads are just packed full with herbs. I’m not a fan of leafy green salads so substituting bunches of fresh herbs for lettuce seemed like a great idea. So much flavour for just a few dollars. I’ve bulked up this salad with some grated carrot and bulgur wheat and topped with feta cheese and toasted almonds. So good.
Read MoreThe best part about a late summer is harvesting all the vegetables and herbs that summer brings. Zucchini, tomatoes, kale, basil…all these delicious vegetables folded into some tricolour quinoa. A filling salad to use up those late summer harvest vegetables - quick and ready in a pinch!
Read MoreFun times were had when my friend Karen invited me over for a pasta-making party. Yes, you read that right. PASTA PARTY! We made a number of pastas including this fun little number. What happens when a bunch of food nerds combine their powers, knowledge of food, killer ingredients and wine together? You get this wonderful dish: creamy garlic, Boursin and morel fusilli. Drool.
Read MoreAhhhh…I can’t believe how fast I fell in love with this recipe. So simple, so satisfying. Pasta + cream + lemon. LOVE. This recipe demonstrates how with just a few ingredients you can make something super delicious in a pinch. Pair with a crisp glass of buttery chardonnay or a light pinot noir and grab your boyfriend…total date night material!
Read MoreIt’s been a while since I last made a noodle salad. The summer can get pretty hot and you don’t exactly want to down a bowl of hot broth (well, unless you’re me!). But this noodle salad is lightened and bulked up with the addition of zucchini noodles and tons of fresh herbs and vegetables. Dressed in a spicy vinaigrette, you’ll be wanting more of this all summer long.
Read MoreCreating a menu for a weekend trip getaway can be tricky sometimes when you’re traveling with a group. Stick with the tried and true and go with a cream pasta. This miso cream rotini is packed full of tender cremini mushrooms and spinach - super flavourful and umami-packed. Make sure you make extra as we gobbled this up throughout the evening and onto breakfast the next morning!
Read MoreYou simply cannot have breakfast without eggs. Bacon and sausage I can do without but you absolutely must have some kind of hash to accompany those runny eggs! This classic rosemary hash is a complete cinch to make and is a definite crowdpleaser.
Read MoreLooking for a party-pleasing salad to bring to your next picnic? Skip out on the kale slaw salad mix and opt for this super flavourful basmati rice salad. It’s packed with protein and tons of vegetables that will leave you feeling full and energized. Recipe after the jump!
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