Roasted Asparagus & Cherry Tomatoes

Roasted Asparagus & Cherry Tomatoes

This recipe takes advantage of two of Spring’s harvest vegetables – asparagus and greenhouse cherry tomatoes. The flavour combination is delicious and the complimenting colours make this a beautiful side dish that will brighten up any meal. Best yet...
Rhubarb Compote – A Taste of Spring

Rhubarb Compote – A Taste of Spring

Writing about rhubarb brings me back to my childhood.  I was always fascinated by the enormous rhubarb plant that grew next to the compost box in my parent’s garden.  It looked prehistoric and had a somewhat sinister air to it due to the warnings I had received...
One Dish Mexican-Style Chicken

One Dish Mexican-Style Chicken

This family favourite recipe takes minutes to assemble and is packed with flavour.   Cooking at home doesn’t need to be complicated!   Makes 4 servings   Ingredients:  600g  boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips 400g (14.5oz) tin...
Chocolate Avocado Pudding

Chocolate Avocado Pudding

This keto-friendly, dairy-free dessert is guarenteed to satisfy those chocolate cravings.   You can make it a day in advance and store it covered in the refridgerator.  I like to serve it in champagne glasses, garnished with a sprig of mint or a few berries, for...
Roasted Winter Salad

Roasted Winter Salad

This is a delicious winter salad that takes advantage of root vegetables that are in season this time of year.   Quiz: Can you spot the special ingredients that support your heart health?   Answer: All of these ingredients are special because every colour...
Egg and Veggie Muffins

Egg and Veggie Muffins

I also call these my ‘clean out the fridge’ muffins because I add whatever vegetables I have left-over (pre-cooked or raw). The muffins pictured had roasted red pepper, chopped cooked chicken, raw broccoli and some fresh chives from the garden.  ...