This appetizer can also double as a protein-packed anytime snack.

TIP: You might want to double this recipe because it’s seriously crave-able. 

Deviled Eggs with a Twist

(serves 6)

Ingredients: 

● 6 large eggs
● 2 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
● 1/2 small white onion, finely chopped
● 1 ripe to...

It’s mocktail time! 

This drink looks festive, tastes great, and happens to be packed with antioxidants and gut-friendly probiotics.

My favourite kombucha, when I am not making my own, is Cathy’s Kombucha, locally made in small batches using an ancient recipe and brewing method.

You can use fresh...

If you love chickpeas, then these crispy chickpeas are going to be your new FAVOURITE salad topper ...or maybe your new snack!

Spinach and Chickpea Salad

(serves 4)

Ingredients: 

● 4 big handfuls of organic baby spinach
● 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
● Juice of 1 lemon
● 1 tsp sea salt
● 2 cups can...

I always keep a bag of Marc Angelo Italian sausages in the freezer so that on nights I am pressed for time, I can quickly whip up a hearty stew, soup or sauce with these and whatever else I have on hand. 

Last night it was:

Sausage, Shiitake Mushroom, Spinach and White Bean Soup

(makes about 10 1...

It really doesn’t get much healthier than this broccoli soup! This veggie-packed lunch recipe is clever because you make your own stock while cooking it.

TIP: This soup is 100% plant-based as-is. If you’d rather, replace the nutritional yeast with pecorino or freshly grated parmesan cheese.

“Chees...

This recipe makes a fast & easy breakfast or lunch. 

The best part? You can customize these egg muffins any way you want — use frozen or fresh veggies, add cooked turkey bacon, beans, or salsa or switch up the cheese. 

Egg Muffins Your Way

(Makes 6 x 2-muffin servings)

Ingredients:

● 12 parchme...

Instant oatmeal fact: it gets a bad rap because it’s usually also packed with added sugars … but the plain version has about the same nutrients as regular oats!

This recipe will give you the best of both – because you can control the amount of sugar that’s in there!

You can double … triple … or qu...

This soup is delicious; I make it on repeat during the fall and winter months.

Made with Italian sausage, kale and chickpeas, it's really comforting and hearty enough to make a meal of.

One Pot Sausage, Kale, and Chickpea Soup

Servings 6 - 8

Ingredients:

1 tbsp olive oil
1 lb hot Italian sausage...

I used to eat a lot of Kraft Dinner with ground beef in my 20s. It was cheap, easy, and it got me through those busy years. This recipe kind of reminds me of that, but it’s the adult version. A little more work, a lot more flavour, and something I feel good about eating now.

It does take a bit of t...

Eggs are usually associated with breakfast … but this delicious recipe can pass as a satisfying lunch or dinner too.

No matter when you eat it, it tastes like a special occasion meal (and bonus, it only takes a couple of minutes to pull together!).

Omelette with Smoked Salmon and Avocado

(Makes 1...

Do NOT be intimidated by this recipe; it's full of delicious spices and flavour, so worth the effort, and a nice alternative to regular meatballs. 

It's also super versatile; feel free to experiment with different flavours based on what you have on hand.

Vegan "meat" balls

(Makes about 20 "meat" ...

You can use this fast & easy dairy-free queso as a dip OR a sauce over veggies, pasta, and the list goes on!

You control the thickness by how much water you add. If it gets too thin, add some more cashews to thicken it.

Dairy-Free Queso

(makes 6 servings)

Ingredients:

● ½ cup - 1 cup hot water
●...