Think outside the burger box this summer! Note: I’m a huge Canadian beef burger fan, but sometimes our tastebuds need a little switch-up. Who’s with me? My Blueberry Turkey Burgers literally explode with flavour and will have your backyard guests raving for days…yes, they are THAT good!! Pair these burgers with: My Loaded Caesar Pasta […]
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Celebrate Canada Day with a patriotic play-on-words pasta: Italpasta Fettuccin-eh! (click here for product info). I was recently on CHCH Morning Live sharing two pasta dishes perfect for your Canada celebrations. Click here for the featured recipe I shared on the show: Roasted Red Pepper Fettuccin-eh! with Maple Bacon, and click here for my Curried
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If you’re like me, and love a flavourful chicken salad sandwich with a ton of texture, this recipe will be your new chicken salad go-to! The addition of fresh ginger and sweet & sour apple slaw takes this sandwich filling to new heights. If you’ve been following me for a while, you know I’m team
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Whether you’re heading to the cottage, camping, or kickin’ it in your own backyard, the first long weekend of summer calls for a fun, delicious & doable menu! Cheers to long weekend eating!! Loaded Caesar Pasta Salad With Roasted Chickpea Croutons This loaded salad is perfect for your long weekend gathering. Because who doesn’t LOVE
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There are some things in life that are underrated. In my humble opinion, tuna melts are one of those things. I love adding grated cheese to the tuna mixture. This way, cheese melts throughout, but if you prefer to have cheese melted on top, I say go for it! Ingredients Garnish Directions Delicious & Doable
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You know that chandelier-like crash when you open your refrigerator door? All those condiments you bought for one random recipe… only to use a few tablespoons (now clanking together, untouched?). In the spirit of Earth Day (using items we already have on hand), I’m thrilled to share some fab recipes on Breakfast Television that help
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To me, nothing screams ‘SPRING’ like sweet peas, fresh mint and citrus (lemons & limes). If you’re a fan of these three flavours/foods – I’ve got the springtime recipes for you! Sweet Pea Pesto Up your pesto game with a bag of frozen peas. (Not just for sprained ankles anymore. Ha!) They’re sweet, delicious, nutritious
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Celebrate Spring with this spectacular (if I do say so myself) Easter Feasting menu! In true ‘Char fashion’, recipes are delicious, doable, nutrient-dense and use mostly pantry staple items. No doubt your family & friends will devour these dishes. Note: all recipes are gluten-free with the exception of the bulgur salad. For a gluten-free dish,
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If you have followed me for any time, you know I’m a huge fan of canned beans. They are one of my favourite pantry staple items! If you have never tried my black bean brownie cake, you’re in for a real treat (literally & figuratively). Tip: I find the easiest way to crush mini eggs
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Please, I beg you – don’t be freaked out that these ‘brownies’ are made with chickpeas!!Move over hummus…and say hello to Char’s Fudgy Chickpea Brownies!! I can’t even begin to tell you how chewy, fudgy & satisfying these brownies are (not to mention gluten-free and packed with plant protein and fiber too!!). If you have
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