This post is dedicated to my older son Cole, who is 4 years old today. Happy birthday little man! Cole LOVES french toast, so much so that sometimes we’ll have it for dinner, usually on an evening when Tony is working and it’s just the three of us. This is one meal that Cole will always…
Category: Meatless
Mexican Rice and Bean Casserole
A simple and healthy one-dish Mexican meal with rice, kidney beans, veggies and cheese. This is one of my go-to recipes when I can’t think of what to make and I don’t have a lot of time. t’s similar to my chili recipe, where there are several different cans that you throw into one big…
Lentil and Spinach Curry
A hearty and satisfying meatless curry dish that’s full of flavour and really easy to make.2 cups red lentils. 3 cups water 2 tsp vegetable base 2 tsp olive oil 1 onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, crushed 2 tsp curry powder (or more, to your taste) 1 tsp turmeric 1 tsp ginger root, grated 1 tsp cumin…
Black Bean and Corn Salad
This colorful salad is great for summer barbeques. 1/3 cup lime juice1/3 cup olive oil1 clove garlic, crushed1 tsp salt1/4 tsp ground pepper1 19 oz can of black beans, drained and rinsed1 1/2 cups frozen corn 1 avocado, diced1 large green pepper, diced2 medium tomatoes, chopped1/2 cup diced cucumber6 green onions, thinly sliced To prepare…
Asian Rice and Tofu
This simple dish of rice, tofu and vegetables is seasoned with Chinese five-spice powder, a blend of cumin, fennel, cloves, peppercorns, and star-anise. 2 tsp vegetable oilHalf a package of extra firm tofu, diced1 tsp chinese five-spice1 onion, diced1 orange pepper, diced2 celery stalks, diced2 cloves garlic, crushed2 tsp grated ginger3 cups chicken broth1 1/2…
Thai Noodle Salad
A cold noodle salad with peanut butter dressing. It’s terrific as a side or even a meal in itself, especially on hot summer days. 1/4 cup peanut butter1/2 cup water1 clove garlic, crushed1 tsp fresh grated ginger1 tbsp lime juice1 tbsp honey1-1/2 tbsp soy sauce1/2 tsp chinese 5-spice1/2 tbsp sesame seed oil1 red bell pepper,…
Pita Pockets with Greek Salad and Hummus
Here’s another great summer dinner idea for really hot days. No cooking required! 1 english cucumber, chopped2 tomatoes, chopped1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled1/2 tsp oregano1/2 tbsp lemon juiceWhole wheat pita pocketsHummus (store-bought or homemade recipe below) Combine cucumber, tomatoes, feta, oregano and lemon juice. Cut pitas in half and spread with hummus, then fill with the…
Black Bean and Pepper Quesadillas
This quesadilla recipe is so quick and easy. It’s perfect on a hot summer day when you don’t feel like spending too much time in the kitchen or turning on the oven. 1 19 oz can of black beans, rinsed1 chopped bell pepper (red, orange or yellow- or a combination)1 cup grated chedder cheese1/2 cup…
Spaghetti Squash Casserole
Spaghetti squash baked with veggies and topped with cheese. 1 medium spaghetti squash2 tsp olive oil1 onion, chopped1 clove garlic, crushed1 green or red pepper, chopped1 28 oz can diced tomatoes2 tbsp sundried tomato pesto1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Cut squash in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds. Place one half at a time…
Creamy Vegetable and Pesto Risotto
It’s more than just rice! Here’s a creamy risotto with sundried tomato pesto and loads of veggies. 1 tbsp olive oil1 onion, chopped1 clove garlic, crushed1 celery stalk, chopped1 carrot, chopped1 cup long grain rice2 cups water1 vegetable boullion cube1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup1/4 cup parmesan cheese1/4 cup frozen peas1/4 cup frozen corn3 tbsp sundried tomato pesto…
Food and Whine 