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Spring Veggie Drop Dumplin' Soup

5/12/2026

Our spring has been all over the place this year. When it first started, it was so bloody hot I thought soup season had come to an abrupt end you guys, but things have cooled down to regular spring temperatures now which means we can still enjoy a cozy bowl of soup.

I was craving drop dumplings and decided to utilize all of the produce I had in my fridge to whip it up. Broccoli, leeks, snap peas, zucchini, all the good veggies. Good wine, some seasonings, and my Mimi's recipe for drop dumplings. The dumplings cook right in the soup until plump and firm.

I finished with heaps of pecorino, fresh parsley & fresh dill. So much flavour, just the right amount of heat, and those dumplings are so freaking comfy and delish. Head to the RECIPES page.

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Dill Pickle Egg Salad Melt Toasties

5/9/2026

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A good breakfast toastie is the perfect way to start the day, and my new Dill Pickle Egg Salad Melt Toasties will quickly become one of your new fave toasties. Creamy, sharp, cheesy, and zippy from those dill pickles.

The egg salad comes together super quickly. Crispy veggies, fresh herbs, pickles, mayo, pickle juice & mustard. Then, it's imperative that the salad refrigerates for some time to come together and firm up a bit. Once the chilling period is over, assembly couldn't be faster & easier.

I grilled up some sourdough until crispy and golden on both sides. I set my oven to BROIL and got the toasties onto a parchment lined baking tray. Then, egg salad, a hefty handful of aged white cheddar, and some time to melt in the oven. Finished with crisp pickles, a pinch of pepper flakes, and some fresh dill. Cheesy, tangy, savoury, and so delish. Head to the RECIPES page.

Saucy Jumbo Meatballs

5/7/2026

I was REALLY craving meatballs and wanted to switch things up, so I went with a jumbo version and they were absolutely delish. So juicy and tender, absolutely perfect you guys.

I made a spicy, blended red sauce that featured good wine, veggies, Italian tomatoes, & basil. I love a blended sauce, especially in this case. While the sauce simmered away, I whipped up my jumbo sized meatballs and seared them off in a hot skillet. Once they were golden on both sides, I moved them to the oven to finish cooking until tender.

For service, some sauce to start. Then, I nestled the meatballs in the sauce and smothered with additional sauce as well. A good drizzle of spicy chili oil, heaps of finely shredded pecorino, and some fresh parsley. So delish you guys. Head to the RECIPES page.

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Crispy Chik'n Spin Dip Sammies

5/5/2026

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There I was, doom scrolling on Pinterest when I spotted a crispy chik'n / spinach dip sitch that looked SO freaking delicious. I didn't click on the recipe, but I took a visual photograph so I could recreate my own way when the time was right. Creamy spin dip on crispy chik'n? I was sold.

I baked off my favourite Gardein Supreme Chik'n Filets until gorgeously golden and crisp. Then, I melted some extra funky, aged English cheddar on top. I grilled some pretzel buns until golden and slathered them in some creamy spinach dip. You could also warm it up, but I wanted the contrast between crispy hot patty and creamy, cool spin dip.

Toasty pretzel buns, creamy spin dip, crisp red uns, fresh lettuce, and crispy, cheesy chik'n filets. So satisfyingly delicious and easy to make. Peep the RECIPES page.

Boursin Tomato Crostini

5/3/2026

I'm all about a quick snack; something that is not only satisfyingly delicious, but easy and quick to put together in a pinch. That's where these dainty little delights come in.

Anytime I'm at the grocery store and I can tell the in store baguettes were recently baked and put out, they're in my cart. Fresh bread is a weakness for me. When I got it home, I had no plan, but I remembered having some Boursin which is always a good starting point.

I grilled up the baguette slices until golden and crispy, and rubbed them down with garlic. Then, a smear of creamy shallot & chive Boursin cheese, some thinly sliced Campari tomatoes, a drizzle of chili oil, pep flakes, s & p, some fresh basil, pecorino, and pea shoots to finish. They're pretty, tasty, and easy AF. Head to the RECIPES page.

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All The Greens Pasteen

4/30/2026

This is likely going to be my last pastina inspired soup of the season y'all, so you better head to the RECIPES page and make this one. I decided to make my green pastina even greener, more buttery, and swapped in pecorino for a sharper finish. Let me tell y'all, this one was so flavourful and rich, just delicious.

Green veggies are at the forefront here. Leeks, zucchini, spinach, broccoli, parsley, bell peppers, jalapenos, and green onions. All of these veggies create the green goodness that the acini di pepe cook in until our soup is rich, thick, and oh so creamy. I finished the soup with more butter of course, a zippy squeeze of lemon, and pecorino.

For service, a drizzle of spicy chili oil, heaps of finely shredded pecorino, pepper flakes, parsley, and some green onions. So much green goodness & delish flavour.

Cheesy Broccoli Queso Fries

4/28/2026

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At this point, I've pretty much broccoli cheddared everything I can think of. It's honestly the perfect combination and can be added to just about anything, including my new Broccoli Queso Fries. Think loaded fries, but broccoli cheddar style.

I started by heating some of my absolute fave white queso as my oven preheated. I also blanched some broccoli until bright and tender crisp. Then, I simply baked some jumbo crinkles and the broccoli until everything was operfectly cooked. I like to cook my fries a bit longer than what the package says because they're never quite crispy enough for me.

Assembly is quick and simple. Crispy fries, broccoli florets, a combination of aged white cheddar & Monterey Jack, steamy, silky hot queso, and some greenery to finish. So delish. Head to the RECIPES page.

Cheesy Broccoli Chik'n Bowl

4/26/2026

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While I obviously enjoy cooking, I also enjoy a quick, delicious weeknight meal sitch like this Cheesy Broccoli Chik'n Bowl. Everything comes together in under 30 minutes and you get a hearty, delish bowl with minimal effort. Love that for us.

I started baking some Gardein Supreme Chik'n bites and in the meantime, tossed broccoli florets with EVOO & simple seasonings. Then, broccoli in the oven to roast and finished under a pile of Monterey Jack until melty.

Assembly is simple. Some cheesy microwavable rice, crispy chik'n bites, cheesy roasted broccoli, saucy drizzle, and some greens to finish. This bowl looks so pretty for being so incredibly basic and quick. Head to the RECIPES page and while you're there, check out the linked WAYDAY sales I shared. Amazing deals right now and the sale ends tomorrow.

Mediterranean Couscous Salad

4/24/2026

Would you guys believe that I'd not tried couscous outside of the fine variety? This was my first time working with pearl couscous and can I just say that I'm absolutely obsessed? The texture is phenomenal and it was absolute perfection in this Mediterranean style salad.

After cooking the couscous, I rinsed it off and let it cool while I diced up all of my veggies & herbs. Then, I tossed everything together with feta, some seasonings, and Greek dressing until gorgeous and combined. I made sure to let it rest in the fridge for 30+ minutes which gives it time to absorb the dressing and let those flavours come together.

Honestly, it was one of the best salads I've made that was so simple and easy. So much fresh flavour, so texturally pleasing, and just so freaking delish. Get on over to the RECIPES page.

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Cheesy Jalapeno Mini Frittatas

4/22/2026

I have been doing my workouts in the morning now for the past three months and I'm constantly stopping at the coffee shop for a breakfast sandwich on my way into work to get some protein. Not only am I dropping money left right and center, I'm buying something I could easily make at home for a fraction of the cost.

I decided to whip up these cheesy, spicy frittatas for quick breakfasts on the go. They're so easy to make and so delicious. Eggs, cream, Monterey Jack, jalapenos, green onions, and seasonings. Divided into greased muffin tins and baked until fluffy and gorgeous.

They're delicious right out of the pan, but I packed mine up to reheat quickly through the week. Toasted, buttered English muffins, reheated frittata, and cheese. Simple, quick, and saving me money every day lol Head to the RECIPES page.

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