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Red Lentil Stew posted !

2/29/2016

Another Slow Cooker inspired recipe for y'all. Layers of flavour and loads of Red Lentils which means lots of fiber and protein!

This recipe started out in my mind completely different but as the cook time went on I realized I had make a mistake somewhere. Not one to be defeated, I allowed it to continue cooking and when the lentils were thoroughly cooked and tender I gave it a taste and was pleasantly surprised. SO SO SO much flavour here, I wasn't about to discard the recipe!

A quick name change and voila!

Any dish that's super easy to prepare and tastes great in the end is a good dish in my books!

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COUPLE TIPS. . .
* Any lentil will work in this recipe. I used Red simply because the dish had a red tone.
* Lentils are forgiving, if they overcook they're still quite edible! I've overcooked a few in my day :)
* This recipe makes quite a lot of stew and is great for leftovers the next day. It's also freezable!

New Post - PRODUCTS & FACTS

2/28/2016

That face you make when. . .

2/27/2016

3 NEW RECIPES next week!

2/27/2016

I've got a delicious Red Lentil Stew coming up. Lentils are extremely high in fiber and protein which make them a nutritional and delicious meal. This stew is hearty, rich, and like every recipe prepared using the slow cooker, easy!

For my second recipe, I'll be sharing with you a fun twist on Bruschetta that is so delicious. This version has artichokes and roasted garlic which pair so wonderfully together. Bocconcini and tomatoes round out the bruschetta that sits atop crispy little baguette toasts. You'll be the star of the get together with this simple appetizer!

A delicious Zucchini Soup will finish up the week. I just love a hot bowl of soup when it's cold outside and this soup manages to be both hearty and light so it's great year round!

Surprise! 3rd Recipe this week!

2/26/2016

I've been in the kitchen a lot these past few weeks and I've got a stockpile of recipes I've created and tested. I decided I might as well throw a third recipe in for y'all this week!

This pasta is so quick and easy thanks to using fresh Fettuccine and the "sauce" is also rather simple to whip up. The whole meal is ready in less than 25 minutes!

Fresh tomatoes and spinach pair so well together and add a gorgeous colour. Fresh basil plays up the basil in the pasta for an extra flavour punch that is so herbaceous and tasty.

Simplicity tastes so good!

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Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli Bake

2/25/2016

I love pasta bakes! Simply switching the kind of pasta you use gives you a brand new dish! Fresh ravioli is the pasta star in this dish along with a lush sauce of spinach, ricotta, and tomato. A delicious and crispy topping that cracks when you dig in to it is the perfect finishing touch.

I've not included a tomato sauce recipe here as I've shared thousands in the past. I always suggest making a little extra sauce and freezing for another meal and this is why! You could even use a jar of your favourite sauce if you don't have home made handy. Here's a few links to previous recipes I've shared that included a scratch made sauce in case you want a recipe.

ROASTED TOMATO SAUCE http://happyveggie.weebly.com/recipes/roasted-tomato-sauce

ROASTED RED PEPPER SAUCE
http://happyveggie.weebly.com/recipes/roasted-red-pepper-tomato-sauce

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NEW POST - VEG 101

2/24/2016

A few tips for working with dried beans and lentils!

Roasted Brussel Sprout Pillows

2/23/2016

I've been on a Brussel Sprout kick lately. I'm making up for the many years I thought I hated them after only trying them once as a child. Turns out, I love them! Tender, flavourful, hearty, and nutritional to boot! They are so delicious and can be prepared so many different ways.

This recipe is just another fun way to enjoy them. The pastry wrapping gives them another layer of flavour and texture and the parmesan, thyme, and garlic dredge really enhances the sprouts flavour.

Another great perk here? They're super fun to make. It's a great way to get the family together and involved in cooking. It's also a great way to keep vegetables exciting for youngsters :)

I hope y'all enjoy them!

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2 New Recipes this week!

2/21/2016

This week I've got 2 new recipes to share with you all and I think you are going to love them!

First up will be a Roasted Brussel Sprout Pillow recipe that is so fun and easy. Delicious roasted brussel sprouts wrapped up in pastry and brushed with a parmesan and thyme oil for a beautiful finishing touch.

Next up will be a Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli Bake. Fresh ravioli and spinach, a gorgeous sauce, and loads of cheese. I love my baked pastas and ravioli bakes up so beautifully leaving you feeling super satisfied.

Stay tuned this week!

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Israeli Salad - posted

2/19/2016

I've made countless salads similar to this in the past but only recently discovered there was a name and preparation for it.

This salad is so fresh and flavourful and really simple to whip up. I enjoyed it best straight away but you can certainly prepare it in advance if you desire!

Head on over to the recipes tab!

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