I just got back on the diet wagon so it’s disappointing when I can’t have my favourite food in the entire world: cream sauce pasta! I love cream sauce pasta so much but the calories in the pasta are just too much. The few pasta brands I usually buy have about 310 calories per 85…
Category: Recipes
Homemade “Earls” Cajun Chicken #Recipe
For my birthday, my coworkers and I went to Earls Station Square in Metrotown. It’s a newly opened restaurant so we wanted to check the place out. I ordered their Cajun Chicken, and it was DELICIOUS! Very flavourful and savoury. I think this may be my favourite chicken dish aside from fried chicken! The Cajun…
Kodiak Cakes Protein Pancakes #Recipe
I have yet to find someone who does not like pancakes. For me, it’s reminiscent of lazy Sunday mornings with my family or at my best friend’s lake cottage, sitting around the breakfast table and just enjoying the start of a day of no pressing obligations. As a kid your obligations are not really pressing…
Tricolore Stuffed Pork #Recipe
Easter Sunday is a time to reflect on your blessings and enjoy the closeness of family and friends. But being in charge of Sunday dinner can be very stressful. Of course, you can play it safe and serve traditional favourites such as turkey and ham, but if you’re looking to elevate your dinner this year…
Easy Keto + Paleo Crispy Almond Crackers #Recipe
Do you want to impress your friends and family with homemade crackers that are only made with 3 ingredients and are healthy? Are you on a diet and want a high protein and low carb snack? I have one of the best kept secret recipes to share with you today. If you love crispy savory…
LOW CALORIE TOMATO BISQUE #RECIPE
I’m always searching for new ways to fill my cravings for delicious meals while dieting which is hard for me because I’m not a big fan of vegetables. However, I found this amazing “20-Minute Healthy Tomato Bisque Soup” recipe by Fit Foodie Finds (link: https://fitfoodiefinds.com/20-minute-healthy-tomato-bisque-soup/). The best part is that I could eat so much…
Easy Paleo Friendly No Bake Granola Bars
Since the New Year, I have been trying to choose healthier snacking options. This is probably the hardest challenge for my diet. At times I have a sweet tooth and I crave something crunchy and sweet, often opting for something unhealthy, like a chocolate bar or a cookie. Experimenting in the kitchen to create a…
Celebrate National Crab Day with this #Recipe by Chef Alex Chen
Not sure about you, but I’m done with winter. Seriously, with all the snow the West Coast has gotten lately, I’m so ready for some sun, BBQ, and of course, seafood. Since there are still a few weeks before we can put away our winter gear and break out the barbecue, and with National Crab…
Keto/Paleo Friendly One Pan Meal – Juicy Roasted Tenderloin and Vegetables
There is nothing more satisfying than cooking a healthy and delicious meal that requires minimal effort. Especially after a busy work day or juggling the kids, it’s nice to be able to have a quick hot meal without all the fuss. Often, we associate roast dinners with time and effort in the kitchen. However, with…
Low Calorie Mushroom Risotto #Recipe
I am so happy that I can now make risotto! AND IT IS DELICIOUS! Risotto has never been a meal that I would choose at a restaurant or make at home. I didn’t grow up with it and didn’t know much about it. All I knew that it was rice, meh… “I can get rice…
Mary in Vancity 