One thing I love about dishes like paella is that they’re not meant to be fussy or finicky, just classic comfort food that makes a big generous satisfying serving. I incorporated sliced pepper, mushroom and kale because I wanted to use them up (and you know me and adding extra veg to everything), but toss in whatever you’re feeling…
Read moreImmune Boosting + Digestively Beneficial Borscht
Get ready to have your mind (and taste buds) blown by these seriously nutrient-dense and delightfully delicious classic comfort food of eastern European origin. I know I know, the word “borscht” doesn’t usually conjure feelings culinary excitement, but if you only knew how good it was for you, and how tasty it can be, you would be all up in the borscht-buzz! Let me enlighten you…
Read moreSpiced Kabocha Squash Soup
There’s no question when it comes to squash soups, butternut reigns supreme. It’s creamy and subtle, and therefore lends well to the common flavour coupling of ginger, curry powder, etc. But is it the best option? Of course I can’t say what your palate prefers, but I may be so bold as to suggest a new winner in my person squash soup rotation – kabocha…
Read moreZucchini Ribbon Salad with Cherry Tomatoes, Grilled Corn, Pine Nuts, and Fresh Basil
Summer is all about S A L A D S ! Well as you may already know from my Instagram stories, the whole year is all about salads for me, but there is something particularly sensational about fresh summer salads, especially when those salads are made with local ingredients…
Read moreGrain-Free Banana Loaf
Grain-free with a dairy-free option, this loaf is moist, flavourful, and very lightly sweetened with maple syrup to let the bananas really shine! Enjoy it fresh out of the oven, or slice and store in your fridge or freezer, then grill it up with some butter or coconut oil to enjoy later…
Read moreLibido Bombs
Take your love life to a whole new, whole happy level with these super duper nutrient dense, love-packed libido bombs! Made with hormone balancing maca, ashwagandha, spirulina, and flax seed, metabolism boosting coconut oil and ceylon cinnamon, skin enhancing and protein packed collagen and pumpkin seed protein powder, antioxidant rich goji berries, and sensually stimulating cocoa, vanilla, and figs, these delectable little bites will have you feeling all sorts of ramped-up…
Read moreDark Chocolate Cherry Almond Oat Cookies (gluten-free)
Can I get an “amen” for hearty, chewy, and densely delightful cookies? While I have a wide assortment of cookie recipes here, and of course never say no to variety, I very regularly opt for a biscuit that feels more like a meal than a delicate nibble. I find them so satisfying AND they really do make fantastic prep foods for grab-and-go treats…
Read moreSimple Easy Coq au Vin
Boeuf bourguignon, ratatouille, coq au vin…these traditional French foods may seem intimidating to the home cook thinking they can only sample the warming flavours in Parisian bistros, but the truth is they’re simply just big ol’ slow-cooked one-pot-wonder stews…Seriously you guys, it doesn’t get easier…and tastier…than the above, and today we’re exploring one of my faves, coq au vin…
Read moreSpiced Apple Galette (gluten-free)
I’ve always been a pie girl. To me there’s nothing quite like the combo of warm baked fruit and a light and crumbly crust for those comfy cozy fall-time feels. But for many, this classic comfort dessert seems a bit too daunting with all the steps. Well my friends, may I introduce to you the galette…
Read moreSimple Maple Cayenne Brussels Sprouts
Rich in Vitamins K, C, A, folate, and Manganese, Brussels sprouts can aid in blood and bone health, tissue repair and immune function, and protection against free radical damage. They are also full of beneficial fibre necessary for a number of things including digestive health and weight balance. Some preliminary exploration has also looked at Brussels sprouts for systemic inflammation reduction and blood sugar balance…
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