As you may recall in my post about roasting chickens, I’m a big fan of cooking up the whole bird instead constantly buying only the popular cuts. For more on why this is, read the full thing here. But if you’re thinking to yourself, “I’m hungry now” and simply can’t wait an hour and a half for your clucker to cook through, this might be a solid option for you...
Read moreSimple Roast Chicken with Lemon & Herbs (Plus Carving Tips)
Roasting a whole chicken may seem daunting at first. I mean, you hear countless stories regaling the horrors of roasting the infamous Thanksgiving turkey, popping any whole bird in the oven should be a task reserved for the brave! But I promise you, roasting a chicken is nothing like roasting a turkey. And in all honesty, roasting a turkey isn’t that hard either, but we’ll touch on that another day…
Read moreCoconut Cilantro Lime Baked Chicken Breasts
This right here, is one of my faves, and evidently, is one of my clients’ faves too. With just a few ingredients, and even fewer steps, you turn an otherwise bland chicken breast into a tasty and satiating topper for your veggies, salad, and bowls...
Read moreThe Dairy Debate: Is Dairy Good or Bad for You?
With so much focus on vegan and dairy-free these days, you might think that it’s a terrible food. But that’s not necessarily the case. When eaten in the right way - and of course if there isn’t any existing dairy sensitivity or other wellness consideration - dairy can be a healthful part of your diet...
Read moreBaked Chicken Thighs with an Apricot-Thyme Glaze
Don’t be turned off by the title - this super simple week-day saver recipe is as easy as it is delicious. In fact, it’s not only easy, but extraordinary versatile! If you can’t find a good apricot jam or compote, simply sub with some other sweet-spread (I’m a personal sucker for Oregon grape jelly). Don’t have thyme in your pantry? Sub with basil, or rosemary! Essentially all this recipe is showing you is that slathering your bird with whatever preserve and herbs you have lying around is one of the quickest ways of turning an otherwise bland baked protein into an exciting burst of flavour, with no more effort than it takes to butter a piece of toast...
Read moreBuzz Words Defined: A definition of “organic”, “local”, “seasonal” and “pasture-raised” foods, and why I prefer them
Organic, local, seasonal, free-range, grass-fed, pasture-raised – these words are thrown around a lot. Is it about marketing? Trendiness? Are they just buzzwords? Nope! Choosing organic, local, seasonal and free-range ingredients actually makes a difference for the taste, your personal health, and the betterment of this beautiful planet we live in. And here's why…
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