Charmaine Broughton

Pumpkin Spice Recipes as seen on CHCH Morning Live

‘Tis the Pumpkin Spice season! This tasty autumn flavour concoction is not just for fancy coffees anymore. Hope you enjoy these simple to prepare and delicious recipes as much as I do! Cheers to Pumpkin Spice season. 🎃 Pumpkin Spice You can purchase pre-made pumpkin spice, or make your own with fairly common pantry staple […]

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‘In Char’s Kitchen’ ~ Season 3 Episode 1: Salads

If you’re in a salad rut, I’ve got you covered!! Two delicious and doable salad recipes that will no doubt in my mind become family favourites. Be sure and use the hashtag #InCharsKitchen when recreating these dishes and posting to social. I love seeing what everyone is whipping up at home!! Loaded Wedge Salad  If

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‘In Char’s Kitchen’ Fitness Edition ~ Char’s Pumpkin Coconut Baked Oatmeal

Char’s Pumpkin Coconut Baked Oatmeal Baked oatmeal is a simple, nutritious and an economical breakfast the whole family can enjoy! I’ve loaded this recipe with a ton of plant protein = makes a great post workout indulgence (for additional protein, add a scoop of vanilla flavoured protein powder to batter). My recipe is not overly

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‘In Char’s Kitchen’ Season 2 ~ Episode #3: Sweet & Savoury Turkey Burgers and Jicama Slaw

I’ve mentioned countless times on ‘In Char’s Kitchen’ that my all time fave food/meal is a juicy burger paired with a crunchy slaw! Take your burger and slaw game to new heights with the below recipes – YUM!! Char’s Sweet & Savoury Turkey Burger I developed this recipe about 10 years ago (for a fitness

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‘In Char’s Kitchen’ Season 2 ~ Episode #4: Rice Two Ways

Rice, like pasta is one of my fave pantry staple items. Cheap. cheerful and super versatile. Char’s Tex-Mex Rice Salad    Simple, delicious, doable, nutritious and one of my youngest son’s fave dishes. Hope you enjoy it as much as he does!    Dressing zest and juice of 2 limes 2 tsp (10 mL) minced fresh

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‘In Char’s Kitchen’ Season 2 ~ Episode #9: Almond Crusted Salmon with Herb Yogurt & Couscous Salad

This meal is perfect for a weeknight supper – or pretty enough to prepare and serve to guests. Almond Crusted Salmon with Herb Yogurt Sauce  The addition of ground almonds adds an elegant twist to this salmon dish.   ½ cup (125 mL) lightly toasted whole ground almonds Hefty pinch: salt, pepper and nutmeg   4 boneless

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‘In Char’s Kitchen’ Season 2 – Episode #8: Rotisserie Chicken Two Ways

Curried Chicken Salad With Prunes If you’re a regular viewer of ‘In Char’s Kitchen’ – you know how much I LOVE sweet and savoury dishes. This chicken salad makes my taste buds and belly happy!! 1 (2 lbs/900g) cooked rotisserie chicken    ½ cup (125 mL) prepared mayonnaise 1/2 cup (125 mL) roughly chopped green

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Char’s Caramel Covered Brie ~ 100 Women Who Care Muskoka

Always delighted to cook (and Eat!!) for a cause. Click here for my ‘famous’ Caramel Covered Brie – you’re welcome!! Looking forward to seeing all you ladies in person soon, Char xo Move over puff pastry and red pepper jelly – time to start your love affair with homemade caramel as a Brie topper! Click here for ‘In Char’s

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‘In Char’s Kitchen’ Season 2 – Episode #5: Grilled Chocolate Sandwiches and Chocolate Coconut Cheesecake

If you love chocolate – you’ll appreciate these delicious, doable and fun recipes! Grilled Chocolate Sandwiches with Vanilla Orange Compound Butter  Yep, you read that right: Grilled chocolate sandwiches – brunch never tasted so good! 3 tbsp (45 mL) softened butter 1 tsp (5 mL) Muskoka Maple Syrup ½ vanilla bean scraped (paste only) OR

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In Char’s Kitchen (Season One) Episode #10 ~ Special Guest Amy Wallace

On this episode of ‘In Char’s Kitchen’ I’m delighted to be joined by Canadian Soprano Amy Wallace ~ we’re whipping up two delicious and doable recipes that are both perfect for entertaining! The gourmet grilled cheese makes for a tasty appetizer/hors d’oeuvres and the chocolate bark is a perfect holiday gift form the kitchen or post festive

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