Tag Archives: spicy

Tex-Mex style steak and cheese sandwiches

Posted on June 15, 2017 by

All the flavours of fajitas – on a bun! My menfolk had requested Philly cheesesteak sandwiches a week or so ago, but I just couldn’t oblige. I didn’t want anything to do with the state of Pennsylvania after the Pittsburgh … Continue reading →

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Grilled asparagus with za’atar and creamy harissa sauce

Posted on June 7, 2017 by

Three cheers for asparagus season! I’m always thinking about new ways to serve vegetables because I find switching things up usually means I can often get my family to eat more of them. We love grilled asparagus and typically I … Continue reading →

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Fabulous fajita skillet casserole

Posted on May 5, 2017 by

All the flavour of this Tex-Mex favourite, with none of the mess! I love fajitas but I don’t love how messy they can be to eat. This dish packs all the fabulous flavour of fajitas into a delicious, easy to prepare … Continue reading →

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Sweet and Sour Cucumber ‘noodle’ Salad

Posted on June 15, 2016 by

If you haven’t heard of spiralizing, be forewarned: I am most definitely on the bandwagon. It’s not a new exercise trend, nor is it a way to turn straight hair into luscious Disney princess locks. Spiralizing is the process of … Continue reading →

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Spicy Marinated Olives

Posted on November 13, 2015 by

I’m a big fan of gifting edible treats on just about any occasion. Show up at a party with a nice bottle of wine and something yummy the host can either put on the table or tuck away to savour … Continue reading →

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Quick Pickled Asparagus

Posted on June 27, 2015 by

In case you haven’t noticed, I am more than a little infatuated with asparagus this year. I don’t know if I still have ‘post-too-cold-too-long-winter’ syndrome or if our local farmers are producing extra-delicious stalks, but I just can’t get enough … Continue reading →

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Crispy Baked Buttermilk-Brined Chicken

Posted on January 25, 2014 by

There’s something so delicious about fried chicken – it’s no wonder many people find it irresistible. Unfortunately, it’s also a real pain to make. Deep frying is messy at best, dangerous at worst, and we all know we’re supposed to … Continue reading →

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