Impress your guests or family with pork tenderloin and pilaf made with curried apples, mushrooms and walnuts. Believe it or not, this is really easy to make! Printable Recipe 1 pork tenderloin Stuffing2 tsp olive oil1 apple, peeled and diced1 onion, diced1 cup of mushrooms, diced1/4 cup crushed walnuts1 clove crushed garlic1 tsp curry powderdash…
Category: Main Dishes
Minestrone Soup and Cheese Biscuits
My mother’s soup and biscuits have become a favourite in our family. Whenever I make this meal, I’m reminded of home. Minestrone SoupPrintable Recipe 2 tsp olive oil1 onion2 carrots2 stalks of celery2 cloves crushed garlic1 tsp oregano1 tsp basil1/2 tsp salt1/8 tsp ground pepper4 cups water1 vegetable boullion cube1 can crushed tomatoes1 can kidney beans, rinsed…
Flaxseed Pizza Dough
This tasty and healthy pizza dough is ready in no time. Printable Recipe 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup whole wheat flour 2 tbsp flaxseed meal 2 1/4 tsp of quick-rising yeast 1/2 tsp salt 2/3 cup warm water 2 tsp olive oil 2 tsp honey Combine flours, flax, yeast and salt in a bowl….
Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Shells
Jumbo pasta shells stuffed with cottage cheese and spinach. Printable Recipe 1 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, diced 1 10oz package of frozen chopped spinach 2 cups of cottage cheese 1/3 cup parmesan cheese 1 egg 1 tsp oregano salt and pepper 1 700ml bottle of pasta sauce 18 cooked jumbo pasta shells 1 cup…
Shepherd’s Pie
I’ve tried a lot of different Shepherd’s Pie recipes, but this is the one I keep coming back to. Printable Recipe 1 1/2 pounds extra-lean ground beef 1 cup chopped yellow onions 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1 cup frozen peas-and-carrots blend1 cup frozen or canned corn2/3 cup reduced-sodium beef broth2…
Moroccan Chickpea Stew
A delicious and exotic stew made with chickpeas, sweet potato, red peppers and cabbage served on a bed of couscous. Printable Recipe 2 tbsp olive oil1 onion, diced1 clove garlic, minced1 large sweet potato, peel and chopped2 cups of cabbage, shredded1 red pepper, diced1 can chickpeas1 can diced tomatoes1 tsp ginger1 tsp turmeric1 tsp cumin1 tsp…
Berry Applesauce
A smooth and tangy applesauce made in the crockpot. It’s a great healthy snack for kids and it makes wonderful baby food too. Printable Recipe 6 large apples (I used Royal Gala apples), peeled and sliced 1 cup strawberries, sliced 1 cup blueberries, fresh or frozen 1/4 cup unsweetened applejuice 2 tablespoons lemon juice Place…
Lazy Cabbage Rolls
This casserole tastes just as good as (if not better than) cabbage rolls without the hassle. Printable Recipe 1 1/2 lb ground beef2 medium onions, chopped1 clove garlic, minced1 14 oz can crushed tomatoes1 can water1 can condensed mushroom soup1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice1 tsp salt1/4 tsp pepper1/2 tsp nutmeg1 tsp worchestershire sauce4 cups cabbage, shredded…
Buttermilk Chicken Fingers
Homemade baked chicken fingers marinated in buttermilk and covered with crispy crushed cornflakes and breadcrumbs. They’re great for dipping in honey mustard sauce or ranch dressing. Printable Recipe 1 lb chicken breast, sliced into thin strips 1/2 cup low-fat buttermilk (or 1/2 cup milk and 1/2 tbsp lemon juice)1/2 cup crushed corn flakes 1/4 cup breadcrumbs…
My Favourite Sandwiches
Here are a couple of sandwiches I really like. They’re easy to make and taste so good! Grilled ham, cheese and guacamole sandwich: Pretty straighforward directions: place slices of cheese and ham on bread. Spread guacamole onto another slice of bread and place on top. Grill it like you would a grilled cheese sandwich (I use…
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