This classic twist on roast chicken offers a delicious and festive dish for a smaller crowd. It’s nicely paired with the classic fixings, or can just as easily feature some of our recent side dishes: brussel sprouts, spaghetti squash, or stuffed peppers. For a bonus round, the leftovers will make epic leftover soup.

Heading into this cold weather has me dreaming of stuffed peppers on the island of Naxos, Greece. Since I can’t get there right now, my next best option is to bring it here! It takes a little prep, but makes a nice big batch for several dinners, side dish or makes for a yummy lunch reheated.

These vegetarian nachos qualify as dinner, loaded as they are with protein and good-for-you veg. Better yet, on a scale of 1 to 10, they’re definitely on the easy-peasy side. Don’t be afraid to really load your ingredients as the chips make a great vehicle from plate to mouth.

Thanksgiving may be a smaller affair this year, but that doesn’t mean it has to be ho-hum! It’s time to make lemonade from lemons. Most of all, let’s continue to give thanks. No matter what 2020 throws at us, we have so much to be grateful for. Bring on that lemonade (with a splash of chilled vodka :)

I had never tried spaghetti squash until about five years ago, but let me tell you, I can’t get enough of this gem! It’s the ultimate un-guilty pleasure, with a pasta-like consistency, sky-high vitamin content, and a delicious flavour to boot.

This quinoa salad is a quintessential rainbow plate, with its wide variety of colourful seasonal vegetables. It’s an excellent vegetarian option that’s equally delicious as a main or side dish. Plus it’s a great excuse to get ye to a farmer’s market! If freshness and flavour are your jam, look no further.

Farmers’ markets are abundant with fresh produce right now. Harvest season is easily my favourite time to cook, but most of all, to eat!!! This beet recipe works equally well as a main or a side dish. The salad dressing in this recipe is my go-to secret weapon for all my salads - so you get two recipes for one!

It’s our lucky day… Caroline has decided to share her famous, guaranteed show-stopper chimichurri recipe. It’s one she’s experimented with on and off for years. And now - perfection. This might just prove to be your new favourite.

While these tasty treats might not be good for you in a technical sense, they’re plenty good for, oh, morale, happiness, treating yourself, your soul - or for making something special for the ‘Dad’ in your life. Father’s Day is around the corner, after all.

Sweets for breakfast are great - on occasion. One of my secret weapons for staying power throughout the day, however, is a savoury meal featuring protein, and if possible, a side of veggies. Some would call that lunch, whereas my family gives me endless grief over the fact that this is, in fact, dinner! Whatever you call it, starting your day in this manner is a game changer for energy levels, weight loss, and wellness.

Do you dream of sushi? Spicy salmon, dynamite rolls, avocado, crisp veg… Dining out at your local may be weeks or months away, but the good news is that most grocery stores stock the necessary ingredients to make excellent sushi yourself - and it’s easier than you think.

Who doesn’t love the comforting gooey goodness of a classic homemade pizza?? It’s the perfect TGIF - or any day - treat.

It’s time to get creative with our cooking, along with everything else! Here’s an easy recipe for cooking black beans (or any beans, for that matter) from scratch. Cooking from scratch has several advantages over the canned variety: it has zero preservatives, it’s economical, and most of all, it tastes WAY better. Try it and be converted! Bonus: add your beans to this vegetarian chili for a power-packed meal.

Super healthy, delicious, and easy to prepare, these fluffy wonders will keep you energized throughout your morning. Better yet, they’re guilt free - unlike the pancakes of old, this version is full of healthy fats and protein. Serve with nut butter, berries or maple syrup for the perfect start to your day!

This lower fat & paleo version of meatballs is an Asian inspired favourite at our house. The tasty ingredients are at once nutritious and satisfyingly sweet, sticky, and savoury. Better yet, it’s quick and easy to throw together for the perfect weeknight meal. It comes together faster than you’ll get takeout, plus it’s healthier to boot.

This vegan version of a classic Bolognese will stick to your ribs and warm your soul on those crisp winter nights. With ingredients like lentils, walnuts, and cinnamon, you’ll swoon for this mouthwatering update on the Italian classic. Serve with brown rice, kamut, or spelt pasta for added nutritional oomph!

A delicious muffin to enjoy with a cup of coffee in the morning, or as an afternoon snack when you need a quick pick-me-up! Chock full of healing oats, packed with protein, and loaded with pumpkin-y vitamins, this is a perfect food for fall.