Season 2

‘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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‘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 2 – Episode #2: Carrots Two Ways

Roasted Carrots with Feta & Mint A simple, delicious and good-for-you side dish!! 2 lbs (900 g) carrots, well washed and cut in thick matchstick pieces 2 tsp (10 mL) vegetable oil hefty pinch salt and pepper 2 tsp (10 mL) each; minced garlic and ginger 1/2 cup (125 mL) crumbled feta cheese 1/2 cup

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In Char’s Kitchen Season 2 – Episode #1: Cheesy Pesto Pasta Bake and Coconut Mocha Milkshake

Cheesy Pesto Pasta Bake  This time of year we eat at least two pasta dishes a week – I look at pasta like a blank canvas for countless concoctions. My cheesy pesto pasta bake is a family favourite in our home – and no doubt it will be with your gang too! Step One: 1/2

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