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Whipped Feta with Roasted Mixiany Tomatoes

7/16/2022

I finally got around to trying this whipped feta sitch, and I can tell you guys, it's absolutely delicious. I peeked around online to look at similarities between recipes before I went ahead with my own version, and a lot of them used cream cheese. I didn't want to use cream cheese because it seemed like it would be too heavy and rich, but I remembered seeing a post from a food blogger I really love, the Mediterranean Dish, and she used Greek Yogurt. I trusted that idea so I modeled my recipe after hers and used her recommendation of roasting some toms.

So, I roasted some beautiful mixiany cherry tomatoes in oil, pepper flakes, and salt and garnished the whipped dip with the tomatoes, fresh herbs, lemon zest, and more pepper flakes.

This dip is a winner guys! It was salty but also tangy which provided a necessary contrast. I loved how the Greek yogurt and lemon played off of the tanginess of the feta. This dip is amazing with fresh veggies but I also snuck in some naan dippers which were also wonderful. Head to the RECIPES page!

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Also, make sure to check out the Mediterranean Dish website. It's not a vegan / vegetarian page, but she offers many veggie options and she's a wonderful person. I love her Instagram!
https://www.themediterraneandish.com/

Summer Sheet Pan Gnocchi

7/13/2022

Boiling water on the stove top in the summer is basically a death sentence as far as I'm concerned. All that heat and humidity being pumped in to the house as you wait for your pasta to finish cooking is horrendous and unnecessary. That's where this sheet pan gnocchi comes in!

Everything is sauced & tossed in a flavourful vinaigrette and baked on a sheet pan until tender and delicious. Some of the gnocchi get a little crispy, which is so perfect against some of the more tender roasted veggies. The veggies are definitely dependent on what you have in the crisper. You could use broccoli, snap peas, carrots etc., it's kind of like whatever you have to create this veggie forward gnocchi dish.

It's quick and easy too! Head to the RECIPES page!

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How We Can Help Our Local Shelters

7/12/2022

Shelters across Canada are seeing a record amount of pet surrenders which puts increasing pressure on shelters to care for so many animals. Adopting an animal is one of the best ways we can help our local shelters but we're not always in a position to do so. I've got some other ways you can help your local shelter.

Head to the ANIMAL NEWS page.

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Rigatoni Lentil Bolognese

7/11/2022

What makes a good bolognese? First of all, good quality ingredients is where it starts. You want to make sure you splurge on San Marzano tomatoes because they're just so much better and more delicious. Secondly, you want to cook your bolognese for at least an hour, which allows it to reduce and really bring all of the flavours together. Lastly, you want to heat cream and butter with your bolognese and toss your pasta with grana padano until melted, creamy, and delicious.

My lentil bolognese is where it's at y'all! It's so delicious and doesn't require a wink of meat to create the most delicious, meaty bolognese sauce you could ask for. Head to the RECIPES page.

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Elotes Corn Fritters

7/9/2022

You guys, these are to die for! Let's start with the obvious reason to love them; they're fried! Not only are they fried, but they're fried to literal golden perfection. Secondly, all the fresh corn that pops in your mouth with every bite of these golden nuggets is heavenly.

I offered up some topping suggestions and I really recommend using as many of them as possible for a true Elotes style experience. The fritters have some Tajin, feta, grana, and lime in them which starts the elotes experience but the garnishes are what really make these delicious fritters extra special.

Head to the RECIPES page.

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Shelters Across Canada Filling to Capacity

7/8/2022

The pandemic has put shelters in a difficult position as lockdowns have ended and people are surrendering their pandemic pets. Shelters across Canada are reporting record amounts of surrenders and in some cases, are full to capacity and are turning animals away.

There's so much we can do to help! Learn more under the ANIMAL NEWS tab.

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Cheesy Ravioli White Bean Skillet

7/6/2022

Cheesy. Check! Delicious. Check! Quick, easy eats? Check, check, check! I'm obsessed with this Cheesy Ravioli & White Bean skillet for so many reasons. First of all, that blanket of melted mozz on top is so hunger inducing to me. Secondly, the ravioli are so tender and delicious. Thirdly, this whole recipe is ready from prep to plate in under 45 minutes, which makes it the perfect week night meal.

There's something so easy about skillet meals. Everything comes together in one pan & finishes under the broiler in the same pan. It couldn't be easier, especially for clean up!

Head to the RECIPES page.

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Lack of Pet-Friendly Rentals Sees Record High Surrenders in Montreal

7/4/2022

Over 600 pets were surrendered to the Montreal SPCA in the past 3 months due to a lack of availability in rentals that allow pets. These no-pet clauses are working against shelters and put families in a position where they must choose between a roof over their heads or their beloved furry family members. Learn more under the ANIMAL NEWS page.

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Italian Wedding Soup

7/3/2022

I've always wanted to make my own version of an Italian Wedding Soup and I've finally done it y'all. It's everything I'd hoped; brothy & flavourful, juicy meatballs, and perfectly cooked pasta, coming together in every delicious bite.

To be honest, it's definitely a labour of love so if you've got family or friends around, utilize their help in forming the meatballs. I baked them off first to give them a chance to sear and develop some colour / flavour before finishing them in the soup. I've seen recipes that just cook them right in the soup as well but I preferred the additional flavour / texture.

This recipe is so fun and so yummy. I hope y'all enjoy it. head to the RECIPES page.

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Louisiana Bans Sale of Cosmetics Tested on Animals

7/2/2022

Louisiana has become the 9th U.S. state to ban the sale of cosmetics that were tested on animals. Recognizing the needless suffering of animals in the cosmetics industry, Louisiana will join other states like Hawaii, Illinois, Nevada, and California, in taking a stand for animals.

Learn more under the ANIMAL NEWS tab.

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