Who needs romance & roses when you can have decadent chocolate recipes? If you share my theory, no doubt you will LOVE these recipes! Delicious, doable, decadent and in true ‘Char Fashion’: recipes use mostly pantry staple items. Celebrate Valentine’s Day, Family Day (or any day!!) – with decadent and nutrient dense chocolate recipes that […]
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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
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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
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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 &
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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
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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
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For the longest time, I only used tahini when making dips (like my spicy lentil dip (recipe below) or hummus). Then one day while out on a run (where most of my culinary creations occur), I thought ‘what if I used tahini as an ingredient in a pan of blondies’ and ta-da: my Ginger Studded
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On this week’s episode of In Char’s Kitchen, we are talking homemade condiments…. step aside, ketchup, mustard, and relish – it’s time to level up your condiment game with delicious & doable recipes! Homemade condiments = fresh, flavorful and budget-friendly without added preservatives. If these recipes hit the spot, you’ll find plenty more like them
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For the longest time, I only used tahini when making dips (like my spicy lentil dip (recipe below) or hummus). Then one day while out on a run (where most of my culinary creations occur), I thought ‘what if I used tahini as an ingredient in a pan of blondies’ and ta-da: my Ginger Studded
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As someone who’s borderline obsessed with pumpkin spice and pasta, I couldn’t let National Pasta Day (today!! Friday, Oct 17th) pass without combining my two favourite “P’s”: Pumpkin Spice & Pasta! And I had the pleasure of doing just that on CTV Your Morning Ottawa. I shared two savoury pumpkin recipes featuring a touch of
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