Who needs romance & roses when you have your best gal pals and nutrient dense chocolate recipes? In true ‘Char Fashion’ all recipes are delicious & doable, use pantry staple items and whip up in little time. Want 70+ more ‘delicious & doable’ recipes? Grab your copy of my cookbook, ‘Delicious & Doable ~ Recipes […]
Galentine’s Day Recipes as seen on CP24 Breakfast Read More »
In need of a weeknight supper switch-up? This meal is loaded with flavour, protein and good-for-you ingredients! Lentil & Rice Salad Loaded with plant protein, fiber and fresh herbs – this tasty salad whips up in no time and any leftovers can be packed for lunch the next day. Ingredients Directions Seared Lemon Ginger Salmon
Char’s Rice & Lentil Salad with Seared Salmon and Gremolata Read More »
If you’re looking to incorporate more plant protein and fibre into your diet, canned beans are an economical and versatile way to do just that! This chickpea salad is a twist on tuna salad (without the tuna…I laugh every time I say that!!) – and it’s fab slathered between slices of sourdough and/or served on
Char’s Chickpea ‘Tuna’ Salad Read More »
If one of your 2026 goals is to cook more at home (hands down one of the easiest ways to eat healthier and save money), these one pan, one pot, and one bowl recipes are the perfect place to start. In true Char-fashion, these recipes use mostly pantry staple items and simple cooking methods. So
One Pan, One Pot & One Bowl Meals as Seen On Breakfast Television Read More »
Want to add more plant-based protein to your family’s meals in 2026? The following recipes are simple to prepare, economical, delicious & doable and use mostly pantry staple items. I hope you and your family love these plant protein-packed recipes as much as my gang does. If you’re hungry for 70 + MORE delicious &
Plant Protein Packed Meals as Seen on CHCH Morning Live Read More »
What an absolute treat to be a guest on Andryanna Gonko’s podcast: The Juggle Is Real (click here to listen). We chatted about realistic ways to feed your family, taking the pressure off mealtime perfection, and I shared some ‘delicious & doable’ recipes and ideas that use pantry staple items and will fuel you &
The Juggle Is Real Podcast Recipes Read More »
Always a treat to cook up a storm with Will Aiello in the CTV Your Morning Ottawa kitchen! Wondering what to do with all those holiday leftovers and ingredients? I’ve got you covered. From my kitchen to yours: Happy New Year! And yes, I’m wearing PJ’s – I absolutely love that do-nothing time between Christmas
Post Christmas Recipes as Seen on CTV Your Morning Ottawa Read More »
Always happy to chat & share recipes with my good pal Kevin Fell on 2Day FM – especially when we’re chatting festive, fun & fabulous dishes/recipes! If you’re in need of a last minute recipe for a holiday gathering, I’ve got you covered (in caramel…ha!)! ~ Gingerbread Caramel Covered Brie: perfect if you’re hosting a
Holiday Recipes with Kevin Fell on 2Day FM Read More »
This divine work of art (using nothing but pantry staples!) is a guaranteed showstopper. It presents as beautifully as it tastes and will have your holiday guests raving for days. Serve as an appetizer or as a cheese course with Port for an after-dinner nibble. Ingredients Directions TIP: ● Use dried cranberries or dried blueberries
Char’s Gingerbread Caramel Brie with Rosemary Dried Cherries Read More »
If you’re in need of a last minute recipe for a holiday gathering, I’ve got you covered (in caramel…ha!)! ~ Gingerbread Caramel Covered Brie: perfect if you’re hosting a holiday open house.~ Roasted Cauliflower Salad with Tahini Molasses Dressing: fabulous (and nutritious) festive side dish – pairs well with turkey, beef or a rack of
Holiday Recipes as heard on CFRA Ottawa at Work Read More »
