This is a quick and easy recipe for those busy weeknights but it doesn’t compromise on flavour! Pair it with an arugula, goat cheese salad with balsamic vinaigrette dressing (see dressing recipe below). Servings: 6 Ingredients 4 chicken breasts1-2 tbsp canola oil1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (equivalent to a 270mL jar), very finely chopped3 cloves garlic,…

Inspired by the season we’re in, I whipped this up for dinner tonight with input from Jayson on the orzo flavours! Make sure to use Canadian chicken, honey, canola oil and much of the rest was all Canadian grown or manufactured. I hope you enjoy this dish as much as we did (and my daughters,…

These are a fan favourite in my house! They make for a nutritious snack or as a breakfast staple. I used zucchini grown in my garden. You can freeze shredded zucchini for a later use – like in fritters! Ingredients 2 cups shredded zucchini1/3 cup whole wheat flour1 egg1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese1 tbsp ground…

This is a great snack for any age! I’ve been looking for more snacks that are less messy for my girls but are packed with the nutrition they need. Pumpkin is a great option for young children. I’ve added a nutrition boost with ground seeds/nuts and nutritional yeast. Remember to always look for Canadian ingredients!…

This is a quick Mexican dish I whipped up that isn’t short on flavour. I used Canadian kidney beans, canola oil, onions, cheese, Greek yogurt and greenhouse grown peppers. Always look for local ingredients first to support your local producers! Ingredients 1-2 tablespoons canola oil3 ribs celery, chopped1 medium Spanish (yellow) onion, chopped1 green bell…

With the cold weather here (and snow here in Saskatchewan!), we BBQ a lot less now. Drumsticks are still great to have oven baked. I’ve been adding more flax to my diet and I thought this was the perfect way to get my daily dose! Ingredients 12-15 chicken drumsticks1 1/2 cups seasoned breadcrumbs1/2 cup ground…

One of my favourite mid-summer activities is Saskatoon berry picking. My freezer is full of them! What better way to enjoy them than in muffins. Local Saskatoons, eggs, applesauce and flour are the staples of this recipe. Ingredients 3 cups whole wheat flour1 1/2 cups sugar (or less)4 tsp baking powder1 cup unsweetened applesauce2 eggs1…

Inspired to create a dish using lots of Canadian-grown staples for my cooking demo at Canadian Western Agribition, I whipped up this chilli recipe featuring Canadian beef, lentils, onions, garlic, canola oil, mushrooms, kidney beans and tomatoes! Ingredients 1-2 tablespoons canola oil1 white onion, coarsely chopped1 tablespoon garlic, minced 1/2 lb ground beef1 large container…

Do you have a lot of garden veggies to eat up? With the cooler evenings coming, why not make a soup! The key to this recipe is the sweet corn I brought from my hometown in Ontario. Ontario has the best sweet corn in Canada! Ingredients 2 zucchini, sliced and quartered 1 large sweet potato,…

This is everyone’s favourite! I don’t really have a recipe as I go my taste, but this is a close resemblance to my popular bruschetta dish. This is great on pretzel crisps, toasted baguette or anything else you prefer! Ingredients 6 Roma tomatoes (buy them from the grocery store or pick them from your garden…

it’s that time of year where you harvest your summer’s hard work of tomatoes. To use up some of my abundance of cherry tomatoes, I whipped up this recipe full of Canadian ingredients – canola oil, garlic, mushrooms, spinach and homegrown basil and tomatoes! Ingredients 5 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup canola oil 2-3 pints…

Fresh peppers from the garden are a summer favourite of mine. Inspired by the time of year, I whipped together this recipe using Canadian turkey, peppers, cheese, corn and onion! I used couscous as a stuffing ingredient but Canadian quinoa or barley are great alternatives. Ingredients 8 bell peppers (colour of your choosing) 1 lb…

Scones are one of my favourites. There are so many different flavours you can make and they’re great for on the go! My rhubarb is really taking off so I needed a recipe to put it to good use. Ingredients 2 cups whole wheat flour* 2 cups all-purpose flour* (plus extra for forming the dough)…

To most people, rain is dreary. To me, it’s cheery! To celebrate the much needed rain we got today, I whipped together a summery soup inspired by salads. It’s a light soup but a satiating one. Give it a try and you’ll be pleasantly surprised! Ingredients 1 head romaine lettuce 1 large white onion, finely…

Tomatoes mean summer time! This is a great salad for when you’re looking for something light and it has everything in it – carbohydrates, good fats (from the camelina oil) and protein – as well as many nutrients and fibre to keep you full and nourished. Ingredients 1 cup whole grain couscous 1 cup water,…

Made with Canadian milk, peas, canola oil and wine, this is a quick but flavourful dish. Feel free to change up the added vegetables and add protein, like chicken, to make it a one-pot meal! Time: 30-45 minutes; serves 5 Ingredients 2 tbsp canola oil 1 medium onion, thinly chopped 2 cloves (or more) garlic,…

Risotto is my favourite dish to make as it’s usually a quick, one-pot meal. The key to good risotto is to use the right grain. Ingredients: ~1 tbsp canola oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 yellow or white onion, chopped 2 tsp dried basil (or one heaping teaspoon of fresh basil) 1 1/2 cups short-grain…

My French toast recipe is probably what got me into cooking. I absolutely love breakfast and what’s better than a recipe full of Canadian ingredients – Canadian-made bread, eggs, milk, strawberries and maple syrup! Ingredients 3 Canadian-raised eggs splash of Canadian dairy milk 1 tsp vanilla extract Ground cinnamon, to taste 6 slices bread 2…

Inspired by my husband’s Homestyle Borscht recipe, I whipped up a dill and beet hummus recipe made with Canadian chickpeas, beets and canola oil! Ingredients 2-3 beets, peeled and cubed 1 2/3 cup chickpeas 1/4 cup fresh dill, finely diced, plus extra for roasting the beets 2 tbsp canola oil, divided 2 cloves garlic, diced…

In honour of Canada’s Ag Day, I whipped up a protein/breakfast bar using Canadian staples including oats, milk, eggs, flour (wheat), flax, blueberries, canola oil, lentils and honey. Happy Canadian Ag Day to all my food lovers! I am proud to have Canadian ingredients as staples in my cooking. Here are a few from today’s…

As the Volunteer Coordinator (and newly appointed Director) for Women in Ag, I wanted to say thank you to all the volunteers who work so hard for WIA at the 2019 AGM today the only way I know how – through food! Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup cocoa powder (unsweetened) 1/2 cup granulated…

Morning glory muffins are my absolute favourite muffins! They’re hearty, healthy and delicious. On Bell Let’s Talk Day, I took some time for myself and my mental health by creating these wholesome cookies in my happy place – my kitchen! Baking/cooking has been very therapeutic for the treatment of my mental illnesses so I thought…

While my dad was visiting, he shared Liz’s recipe for these delicious crinkle cookies. Thanks to Liz for letting me share this recipe, the cookies are so good I had to share! Ingredients 1 box lemon cake mix 1 container whipped topping (Cool Whip) 1 egg 1/4 – 1/2 tsp lemon extract (or 1 tbsp…

Inspired by needing a lighter meal post-Christmas while also making something to keep me warm in this cold weather, this is a yummy, healthy meal full of protein to keep you full and super-spices to aid in digestion, boost your immune system and keep your heart healthy.  Ingredients 2 small (or 1 big) onion, peeled and diced3 stalks celery, diced (optional)4-5 cloves garlic, minced (heart healthy!)1 heaping tbsp turmeric1 heaping tbsp fresh garlic, finely minced or shredded1/2 tsp cumin (ground or flakes)Dash of ground thyme (optional)2 cups lentils8 cups water1 vegetable broth pod (~1.5 tablespoons bouillon) Instructions In a large pot/Dutch…

Sweet potatoes are one of my favourite foods! I love mixing sweet, savoury and spicy so I was a little inspired by it for this dish. Using Canadian ground beef adds an extra savoury flavour to the mix (and more nutrients too!). Feel free to add more of the spices to really make it your…

This is by far my favourite recipe I’ve made. I love the combination of spicy cayenne with coconut. Not to mention, the health benefits from the sweet potato to sweeten the deal! You can make this on the stovetop or in the oven – I’ll provide instructions for both ways! Ingredients 1-2 large sweet potatoes…

My favourite espresso drink when the weather is cold! Ingredients 2 shots espresso ~1 cup (or more depending on size of mug) chocolate milk 1/4 tsp peppermint extract Instructions 1. Brew two shots of espresso with your espressso maker. 2. In a large latte mug (or mug of your choice), add chocolate milk and peppermint…

Inspired by my favourite Starbucks drink, I was on a mission to craft my own version for a fraction of the price! I prefer my London Fog “dirty” by adding a shot of espresso but that is optional. Ingredients 2 teabags (or 1 heaping tablespoon of loose leaf) earl grey tea (I love using loose…

Inspired for my cooking demos at Agribition, here is a quick breakfast idea for you to make ahead for your family/self or enjoy fresh. These are quicker than the usual muffin recipes you see on the Internet and are much less mess to deal with! They’re great for packing in a lunch or enjoying on…

These were a great hit during my cooking demos at Agribition! I am so pleased to have partnered with the Canadian Bison Association to work on this recipe. If you are interested in buying bison meat but don’t know where to get it, visit http://www.canadianbison.ca for a list of availability in your area! Ingredients 2…

Great for busy people needing to energize their mornings! These “cookies” are more like oatmeal-to-go. No added sugar and 100% whole what/grains! They are packed with nutrients and protein to keep you full. Ingredients 2 cups quick oats (or whatever kind of oats you have in your pantry) 1 cup whole wheat flour 1 tsp…

Today is World Mental Health Day. I’m becoming more open with my mental health illness everyday and what I find helps me as much as my medication is cooking. So today I wanted to celebrate both my therapeutic hobby and also the harvest that is going on around the world in the fall. Ingredients 1…

Lately I’ve been enjoying the pumpkin spice muffins from Tim Horton’s a little too much. So I decided to make my own (healthier) version! Cream Cheese Mixture 1 pkg light cream cheese, softened 1 cup (or less) icing sugar Muffin Batter 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour 1tsp cinnamon 1tsp…

Looking for a new spin on a casserole, yet sneak in some vegetables? Here is a fun twist on pizza and using tortellini! This is a quick and delicious recipe. Feel free to change up the “pizza” ingredients to suit your family’s tastes. Ingredients 1 package cheese tortellini, uncooked (I use one of the packages…

Inspired by my trip to Toronto where I enjoyed a couscous salad with mint and a tasty mustard dressing at a French bistro, I whipped up this recipe for a healthy meal on this hot summer evening. Ingredients 1 cup whole grain couscous, uncooked 2 large tomatoes, diced 1 bundle or handful of fresh mint,…

Do you have a lot of leftovers from Easter festivities on the weekend? It’s time to whip up a batch of Shepherds pie to nourish your family after all the chocolate-eating! Ingredients ~8 potatoes, diced (I used red potatoes, but you can use any, or even leftover mashed potatoes if you have any!) 1/2 cup…

I whipped up a batch of this soup right after work yesterday for Grandpa Fraser before Joc took him to the Brier. They didn’t have much time so this is a quick recipe you can use with your busy family! Ingredients 1 package frozen spinach 3 beef bouillon cubes or cups About 10 cups of…

I whipped up this recipe for my sister-in-law who is sick with swollen tonsils. She can’t eat anything but liquids so this way she gets protein and nutrition in her diet still. I use canola oil in all of my cooking because it has the lowest amount of saturated fats than any other vegetable oil….

Ingredients 1 tbsp canola oil 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1 cup lentils 4 cups or more water 2-3 cloves garlic (I like to add more) 1.5 heaping teaspoons tumeric 1.5 heaping teaspoons ground ginger 1 tsp paprika Salt and pepper to taste Cilantro to garnish Instructions 1. Heat oil in large pot. Add onions…

Perfect for enjoying time with family instead of cooking during the holidays! Not to mention the spices are suiting for Christmas. Ingredients 7-9 apples (I used a medley of Granny Smith and red delicious) 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1 tbsp sugar 2 tbsp ground cinnamon 1 tbsp ground nutmeg 1 1/2 cups quick…

Jayson and I love manicotti but it can be quite a bit of work so we worked together to whip up this quicker dish inspired by manicotti but we added chicken to it for protein and served it with a big helping of sautéed green beans and mushrooms. Ingredients 2 large boneless, skinless chicken beasts…

Perfect for when you’re on the go and short on time! Ingredients 1 cup oats 2 packages vanilla Shakeology ~1/4 cup smooth peanut butter 1/2 milk chocolate bar, shaved ~3 tablespoons honey Instructions 1. Combine oats and Shakeology in a medium bowl. Add peanut butter and combine with a fork. Next add in the shaved…

Pulses are a staple of Saskatchewan agriculture. Pulses include legumes that are dried, such as dried peas, chickpeas and lentils, which I use in this recipe. Other Saskatchewan agricultural products I use include canola oil, honey, milled flax, eggs and milk. Ingredients 1/2 cup canola oil 3/4 cup cocoa powder 2 eggs 1 1/2 cup…

Made with Saskatchewan oats, honey and flax, these are a great snack to keep you satiated as they are packed with omega fatty acids, fibre and protein! Play around with the optional ingredients to make your own favourite energy bites! Ingredients 1 cup oats (any kind you prefer) 1/4-1/2 cup milled golden roasted flax (I…

Ready in 45 minutes! I made this during one of my cooking demonstrations at Agribition and made it in 22 minutes! The key is to sauté the carrots and celery to tenderize them and to cut the beef into bite-sized pieces. I love cooking with barley and it’s packed full of fibre, vitamin B12 and…