Archives for January 2010
Ham and Pineapple Asian Noodles
This tastes as good as take-out chinese food, and just as fast (probably faster)! Printable Recipe 1lb diced ham 2 tbsp catalina dressing 1 tbsp soy sauce 1/2 cup catalina dressing 1 can pineapple tidbits (juice reserved) 1 chopped bell pepper 1 cup water 1 tsp ground ginger 8 oz steam fried noodles Brown ham in 2 tbsp Catalina dressing. Add […]
Lemon-Soy Chicken and Rice
This is one of my favourite meals that my mom used to make when I was a kid. It’s one of the first recipes I remember learning from her, and I still use it quite often for a nice Sunday dinner. It’s so easy to make, but tastes like you put a lot more effort […]
Tuna Tetrazzini
A creamy, cheesy tuna cassserole that’s ready in no time. It’s my go-to recipe when I can’t think of anything else to make! 1 tsp olive oil 1/2 finely chopped onion 1 finely chopped stalk of celery 4 cups rotini 1 can mushroom soup 1/2 can of milk 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese […]
Pizza Soup
What better way to enjoy soup than to add your favourite pizza ingredients to it? Make it in the crockpot or just simmer on the stovetop. The leftovers are great for lunches too. 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves minced garlic 2 cups sliced mushrooms 1 tsp dried oregano 1/4 tsp each […]
Cheesy Ham and Broccoli Casserole
Basically this is macaroni and cheese with broccoli and ham added in to make a more complete meal. It’s real comfort food. 2 cups uncooked macaroni 1/4 cup butter or margarine 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper 1/4 tsp ground mustard 1/4 tsp worcestershire sauce 2 cups milk 2 cups shredded […]
Turkey Kielbasa and Lentil Stew
Here’s another great crockpot recipe- a working mom’s best friend! Kielbasa (otherwise known as Polish or Ukrainian sausage) gives this dish a wonderful smokey flavour, and the lentils add a hearty texture. It’s one tasty way to add legumes to your diet. By using the turkey version of this sausage, you cut out some of […]
Impossible Pumpkin Pie
Nov 22 2015: UPDATED I noticed this post is getting a lot of attention lately, and I can definitely understand why, because it’s a perfect easy dessert for Thanksgiving or Christmas. But I’m a little embarrassed about the photo: Oh gosh. Sorry, I just had to update it! It just goes to show that […]
Balsamic Maple Pork Tenderloin
Meat is usually one of the toughest things to get kids to eat, but you might just discover they enjoy this roasted pork tenderloin topped with a rich-colored sweet and tangy sauce. It’s a very tender meat, as long as you’re careful not to overcook it, so kids will find it easier to chew than […]
Spinach & Cheese Ravioli with Pumpkin Pesto Sauce
This is one of the fastest meals I know, it’s ready in less that 10 minutes. It’s yummy, and your kids will have no clue you’re feeding them spinach and pumpkin! 350g spinach and cheese ravioli (I like Olivieri) 1/3 cup pumpkin puree 2 tbsp jarred basil pesto 1 tbsp parmesan cheese Add ravioli to […]
Apple and Cheddar Snacking Cake
I just love the combination of apple and cheddar in this cake. It’s packed full of fruit, cheese, and oats, so it makes a nice healthy snack (or even breakfast or lunch) for the whole family. Topping:2/3 cup quick oats1/4 cup brown sugar1 tsp cinnamon2 tbsp melted margarine Batter:1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup quick […]
My kids like to whine, especially when it comes to the food they eat, but that doesn’t stop me from trying to make tasty and healthy meals for them. Follow along as I share family-friendly recipes and reviews from my picky family members, who I lovingly call “The Whine Critics.” 
