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Barley Lentil Buddha Bowls and How to DIY

August 2, 2019 by Sylvia Rose 2 Comments

Barley lentil buddha bowls are a delicious and deeply nourishing dinner option. Layered with peppery arugula, roasted sweet potatoes, steamed green beans, hard boiled eggs, and a simple french vinaigrette. Why stop there though? Learn how to DIY your own buddha bowls while you’re at it!

barley lentil buddha bowls and how to DIY

MY FIRST BUDDHA BOWL

The first time I made a buddha bowl, I was following a recipe and it felt like it took forever to make. The one thing that stands out in my memory was that it was spicy, thanks to chiles in adobo sauce. After spending close to an hour preparing this meal, I took a step back and concluded that it wasn’t worth it. At that time, I was seeing more and more pins on Pinterest for buddha bowls, but from that point forward, they were nothing more than inspiration.

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Tequila Lime Chicken Quesadillas in Cast Iron

July 26, 2019 by Sylvia Rose 1 Comment

These tangy tequila lime chicken quesadillas make a fun appetizer or a complete meal served with rice & beans and a green salad. Learn how to make this cast iron skillet recipe that’s sure to become a fast favourite!

A FAMILY FAVOURITE MEAL

When I was a teenager, lime chicken quesadillas were a hot dinner item in my family. Mexican nights were always greeted with an air of excitement, but we usually stopped at tacos: flour tortillas (never hard shells), ground beef, taco mix, cheese, and the trappings. Everything changed when a family friend took things to the next level. There would be a big pot of rice seasoned with salsa; refried beans; pickled jalapeños and lime chicken quesadillas oozing with jalapeño Monterey Jack cheese. My brothers and I loved these quesadillas which is why they became the most requested meal.

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Vegetarian Shepherd’s Pie Recipe

July 5, 2019 by Sylvia Rose Leave a Comment

Meatless Mondays don’t have to be a sad affair. With this vegetarian shepherd’s pie recipe, your family won’t even notice the difference! Learn how to make this dish in 30 minutes or less, including how to make an easy veggie ground round from scratch.

vegetarian shepherds pie easy recipe for meatless mondays

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VEGETARIAN SHEPHERD’S PIE RECIPE VIDEO

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A BUDGET-FRIENDLY MEAL

Vegetarian shepherd’s pie makes an appearance on my menu at least once a month. Textured vegetable protein, commonly known as TVP, costs next to nothing if you buy it in bulk. This makes the savings considerable. In a recipe like this, I normally spend between seven to ten dollars on ground beef or lamb, if not more. Plus, when you compare the price to what pre-made veggie ground round costs in store (and all the nasty ingredients that come with it), you’ll definitely want to make your own!

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Shredded Salad with Spicy Peanut Dressing

July 2, 2019 by Sylvia Rose Leave a Comment

Make fibre your friend with this heart healthy shredded salad! Brimming with a colourful assortment of vegetables, you’re basically guaranteed to get your vitamin intake for the day.

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NOT YOUR ORDINARY SALAD

My mom makes the best salads. She’s a raw vegetable enthusiast and goes on bouts of eating a raw diet every so often because she loves how it makes her feel. Whenever I go to her place, there’s almost always some kind of salad on the table and I love it. When it comes to salad, I don’t feel guilty going for seconds, and my mom makes so much that going back for seconds is heartily encouraged. A couple of years ago when she was on one of her raw diet kicks, she brought a special mandolin to my place and made a salad that changed everything I knew about salad. Did you know that shredding vegetables makes them more digestible? I spent the next two months eating a shredded salad for lunch every day. I was addicted.

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Pissaladière and Rosé: A Mediterranean Meal

June 25, 2019 by Sylvia Rose Leave a Comment

This classic Mediterranean tart is best served with a chilled glass of rosé. Learn how to make this flaky and flavourful appetizer and impress your guests with its simple elegance!

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I DIDN’T CATCH THAT…PISSALADIÈRE AND ROSÉ?

“A pea-salad-what?” I can hear myself saying. “A pissaladière,” my husband patiently repeats. I stare at him uncomprehendingly because I still don’t know what it is. That was nearly a decade ago. A pissaladière, if you didn’t know, is a summery tart that hails from Southern France. Nice, to be exact. I’m pleased to say that I can now pronounce it with ease, eat it with relish, and make it well enough that I can share this little known appetizer with you. This is how you pronounce it, by the way.

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How to Make Juicy Cast Iron Skillet Burgers

May 28, 2019 by Sylvia Rose 2 Comments

Learn the theory behind how to make your own juicy cast iron skillet burgers so you’ll never need to look up a recipe or buy frozen burger patties again!

homemade cast iron skillet burger patties

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CAST IRON SKILLET BURGERS RECIPE VIDEO

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THE LAST BURGER RECIPE YOU WILL EVER NEED

While writing this post to see what the leading brand of frozen patties was, I ran a quick internet search and was surprised to see the results overflowing with recipes. Recipes for the “Juiciest Hamburger Ever” and “How to Make Perfect Burger Patties” and “The Classic Burger Recipe”. Um, excuse me?

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