After a long day at work, reaching for the take out menu seems like the quickest fix for a meal. But, with a simple recipe like this Sauteed Pork and Spinach, you’ll be eating in less time than it takes…
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The leaves haven’t started turning yet, but there is a definite chill in the evening air and the bountiful fall harvest will soon be making its appearance at the markets. The fall harvest is one of my favourites and with…
I love this cities summer farmers markets, with their incredible bounty of fresh and local produce. The beets this year, with their luscious tops, are truly beautiful and delicious and I’m on a bit of a beet kick this month. I love…
Carnitas. Tender pulled pork with crispy bits. Clearly food heaven. Carnitas are very simple to throw together with minimal prep work. Traditional carnitas are braised for a few hours in lard and water. As the pork slowly cooks, the water…
Eggs are one of the most nutrient dense foods available! Besides being a great source of complete proteins and healthy fats, they also contain a number of essential nutrients, many of which are housed in the yolk of the egg….
Every one has a go-to chili recipe. Some are simple and mild, some are complex and spicy. Some are beef, pork and chicken based and even vegetarian varieties. There are whole chili cook-offs devoted to awarding someone with the best…
Cherry tomatoes. They’re pleasingly sweet, acidic and juicy and are perfect in salads, sauces, pizzas, pastas, omelettes and for snacking. They are also very simple to grow and I love including them as part of my balcony garden each year…
Sweet Potatoes are one of my favourite starchy vegetables, up there with white potatoes and squash. They’re delicious served mashed, steamed, sautéed, fried and even spiralized into noodles. But my favourite way to enjoy them is roasted in the oven…