“Big Mac” Salad with Homemade Thousand Island Dressing If you are looking for a quick and hearty salad option, the “Big Mac” salad can be the solution! This salad truly tastes like a Big Mac, a very healthy version!! Even my 13 year old said it was awesome…that’s a huge compliment coming from him. … Read more
My favourite flatbread is this leavened Naan inspired flatbread. Recipes with Ruth Ann
Our Weekly Meal Plan Jan 9-15 Hey folks! Have you recovered from the holiday meals, indulgences and schedules yet? This year I felt it took me a little longer to recover, but this morning was for planning and prepping! Yesterday I started to prep and got sidetracked by a messy fridge, thus venturing into the … Read more
Chicken “Pot Pie” Wreath Here’s my take on an easy Chicken Pie! Crescent rolls were on sale a few weeks ago for $0.99 a package. I picked up 4 and here is what I did with 2 packs. Over the holidays, my mom was visiting and when we have company, I like to serve more … Read more
Chicken Salad Lettuce Wrap with Ginger Peanut Carrots I love using lettuce as my wrap or bun when making wraps or burgers. As I was searching for new salad recipes I came across a recipe for Peanut Ginger Carrot Slaw, which was my inspiration for creating this wrap recipe. If you like peanuts and ginger, … Read more
Cook your chicken for salads, fajita’s or casseroles ahead of time. When I purchase chicken in bulk packs, it gets cooked up in the oven in 2-3 dishes with different seasonings. Once cooled, I slice it up and freeze in freezer bags for future meals. Salads are made into a meal by simply taking a … Read more
Freeze Ahead Breakfast Options to make your morning run smoother! If you do not do any meal prep or freezer meals yet, then start with breakfast. Morning can be hectic and stressful in a household with kids or even on your own. When we have breakfast options ready to pop in the microwave or blender, … Read more
Smoothies are not just for those wanting to lose weight. In fact, smoothies are great for everyone who is busy and needs a portable breakfast or snack. Getting up early to get the kids off to school, or maybe your kids have early morning sports practices? Smoothies are a super option to kick start … Read more
Holiday Cookie Recipes Around here the holidays always mean there will be mountains of baked goods. Each year I try to make something new, but we have our favourites and “go to” recipes for our holiday cookie jar! Through the years I have attended a few cookie swaps and am always amazed to find new and … Read more
Do you love baking? Christmas tends to be my favourite time of year for baking and being creative. That being said, it also gets very expensive to buy all the supplies to create all these little nuggets of goodness! Wouldn’t you rather be spending the money on having fun with your friends and family? I … Read more