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Light, refreshing, and fabulous, this Quinoa Salad with Blueberries is full of antioxidants. For a comforting breakfast or a light lunch, this delicious quinoa salad is super easy. It’s guaranteed to be a hit at your next picnic or barbecue! Quinoa is not only delicious and versatile, but it’s also gluten-free and packed with great [...]
Quick Bread serves admirably from the brunch table to housewarming gestures to the afternoon tea. Quick Breads taste great, keep well and is a good addition to any meal of the day This Orange Cranberry Quick Bread isn’t overly sweet. It pairs very well with your favorite jam, specially good with marmalade. This bread is [...]
These Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms with Roasted Tomatoes, Peppers and Feta Cheese make a great vegetarian entrée or a delicious appetizer. Portobello mushrooms are meaty and have a rich flavor. Make the Oven-Roasted Tomatoes recipe in advance. You can also roasted some red peppers, but I often buy my roasted red peppers in a jar to [...]
Go beyond burgers and steaks and grill fresh fruit to serve as a side dish, salad, or dessert. Grilling fresh fruit brings out even more of its natural sweetness and creates a mouthwatering dish. Grilled peaches is a light, flavorful dish. It’s a very simple dish and takes less than 15 minutes of total prep/cooking [...]
Vodka sauce usually has a pinkish hue and is creamier and richer texture than regular marinara, thanks to the additon of vodka and cream. With this version, however, I use half and half instead of the cream. This dish is a vibrant mix of sautéed garlic, shallots , onions, tomatoes, and vodka, tempered with [...]
The last few days have been very busy. Between cooking, baking, menu planning, and cooking classes, the days had seem too short. I always try to find some time to bake even if I have a trillions things to do. Yesterday afternoon, I made myself a nice cup of tea, turn the music on, and [...]
This Blueberry-Chia Smoothie is a feel-good smoothie. Begin your morning routine with a tasteful smoothie including a dose of omega-3. Chia is very rich in omega-3 fatty acids, even more so than flax seeds. Making smoothie is quick and easy. Place all your ingredients into a blender and Voila! There are a couple powerful, high-end [...]
Imagine waking up to the wonderful smell of cinnamon and apples. These Apple Cinnamon Muffins make a great breakfast or a wonderful afternoon snack. These muffins are not overly sweet. I love the addition of the cinnamon topping. I like to use whole wheat pastry flour when making muffins, I like the wholesomeness of [...]
Looking to impress your family and friends, these Apple Crème Brûlée Mini Pies are stunning. I always love Crème Brûlée. Combine with apples and you have a delicious dessert. As intimidating as it seems, crème brûlée is very simple to make and make a spectacular presentation. Crème brûlée is a french dessert, smooth and delightful. [...]
These Asian-inspired stuffed peppers are pretty tasty. They are a great mix of textures and flavors. They are packed with delicious veggies, meat and rice and make a beautiful meal. They are very filling. You can make these stuffed peppers using black beans, or extra firm tofu to make them vegetarian, or you can omit [...]
Baby Bok Choy is one of my favorite greens. The Asian vegetable has a mild, sweet flavor that lends itself to stir-fries, soups. salads and pasta dishes. Baby bok choy are more tender and incomparably milder than big bok choy. They’ve also got it all over their adult counterparts when it comes to [...]
This Broccoli and Cheddar soup is delicious and hearty. Made with fresh broccoli and grated cheddar cheese for a wonderful flavor. Make sure you use freshly grated cheese, no pre-shredded in this recipe for a smooth texture. A lighter version of the popular broccoli cheddar soup using reduced-fat milk. Save Print Broccoli Cheddar Soup [...]
This dish will sure become a family-friendly favorite and you’ll get plenty of requests for. Ground pretzels make a great crunchy-salty coating for chicken. Simple and delicious, ground pretzels add extra flavor to this chicken dish. Save Print Pretzel-Crusted Chicken Breasts Author: Citronlimette Serves: 4 Ingredients ½ cup all-purpose flour 2 eggs white 1 Tbs. Dijon mustard 3 c
This lasagna is rich and tasty, loaded with seafood and vegetables, this dish is a favorite. The creamy sauce pairs very well with shrimp, crab, and spinach. This lasagna will please your family and guests. I use no-boil lasagna noodles for a quicker version. Save Print Seafood Lasagna Author: Citronlimette Serves: 8 Ingredients 2 Tablespoons olive [...]
There are a lot of things I love to do with fresh tomatoes and one of my favorite thing to do is to roast them. They make a wonderful sauce. Slow-roasting tomatoes really intensifies their flavor. They end up sweet and concentrated. This is the perfect technique for both concentrating flavor and preserving tomatoes. [...]
This blueberry pound cake is light, moist and delicious. This recipe is for sure a keeper. Enhanced with lemon zest, this pound cake is a favorite Once again, I have found this recipe in Cooking Light Magazine and adapted it to my taste. Save Print Blueberry Pound Cake Author: Citronlimette Ingredients 2 cups cane sugar [...]
Beef Daube Provencal is a classic french stew. Braised beef with red wine and vegetables make this dish simple and comforting. This dish is fairly easy in its preparation – the meat is browned, then slow-roasted with red wine, onions, garlic, carrots and celery and some herbes de Provence. The result is amazing. Tender [...]
This comforting Seafood Pot Pie is packed with fish, shrimp and a lot of vegetables. Easy to make, it is a nice change from the regular pot pie. A mouthwatering dish with a creamy sauce. Serve with crusty bread and a mixed green salad with a citrus vinaigrette for a complete meal. You can also [...]
Wondering what to make with ground beef or ground turkey. These mini Mexican Meatloaves are bursting with color and flavor. The result is amazing. They are moist and delicious! These Mini Meatloaves make a great dinner. They are very popular with kids. Ground meat, black bean, salsa, chili powder, cumin and cheddar cheese bring a [...]
Good choice for breakfast, these lemon coconut bars are healthy and full of natural ingredients. These sweet lemony teats will give instant energy. Made with the superfood chia seed, these bars are a good source of fiber. Chia is similar in nutrition to the other better known superfood; flaxseed. Both are an exceptional plant-based sources [...]
This Chicken Pot Pie Soup is comfort food in a bowl. The chunky soup is loaded with vegetables and chicken. This is like the classic chicken pot pie without the crust. Filling, warm and delicious, this soup makes a wonderful meal. This is a great recipe to use some leftover chicken and some of your [...]
You won’t miss the meat in this delicious Roasted Vegetable Lasagna. The roasted red pepper sauce give an amazing taste to the lasagna. A nice change from the regular tomato sauce. When feeding a crowd, lasagna is the perfect choice. The roasted vegetables bring a rich flavor to the lasagna. A comforting dish for a [...]
These blueberry scones are tender and loaded with fresh blueberries. The lemon juice and lemon zest add a tangy flavor to these delicate treats. These scones are crispy on the outside and not too sweet, they are the perfect scone. The lemon glaze give extra flavor to them. They are easy to make and especially [...]
This asian salad is fresh and delicious. Bok Choy comes in varying sizes and it’s commonly used in Chinese cooking. Looking to add more green. Bok Choy is very healthy for you. In raw recipes like this slaw, I prefer the use of baby bok choy for his milder taste. Enjoy this Bok Choy Slaw [...]
I have been thinking about this post for a while. Paté Chinois is a classic in French Canadian Cuisine. There is nothing chinese is this recipe. Comfort food, Paté Chinois is an adaption of Shepherd’s Pie. The explanation for the chinese reference is that it was introduced to Canadian railway workers by chinese cooks during [...]
I have been drinking a smoothie in the morning. There is so many combination you can use to make delicious smoothie. I like this Berry Coconut Milk in particular. The coconut milk in a smoothie has lots of really good-for-you properties. Not to mention, the milk makes smoothies taste tropical. You don’t need a lot [...]
Baked Oatmeal can be made ahead for a quick breakfast. You are going to love this dish. This baked oatmeal called for coconut milk, coconut flakes and fresh berries. A comforting dish with a tropical twist. I love oatmeal in the morning and I am making different versions of it by combining some of my [...]
This Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Raw Marinara Sauce is easy, light, healthy. Any leftover sauce would be really really good as a dip for tortilla chips. I love this sauce with zucchini noodles. It’s thick and hearty, and really delicious. This sauce is so versatile. This raw marinara can also be used as a pizza [...]
This Colorful and flavorful Orange-Quinoa Salad is delectable. Winter offers a small window of opportunity to use pomegranates. I try to use the flamboyant red seeds as much as possible when available at the store. This Quinoa Salad will add texture and color to your table. Quinoa is so delicious.Its mildly nutty flavor and fluffy [...]
Wondering why they are the best chocolate chip cookies ever, well because they are one of my good friend’s recipe. Great baker, she always come up with some delicious treats. The reason why I love this recipe is because it is not overly sweet and primarily uses brown sugar. The brown sugar gives it a [...]
Eggplant with his lovely purple skin add some color and texture to healthy recipes. The lovely vegetable is versatile, eggplant slices are sturdy enough to stand up to the fire of a grill to serve as the basis for a hearty vegetarian sandwich, and chunks of eggplant can be roasted and pureed into a silky, [...]
You cannot go wrong with chocolate! From fresh fruits to cookies everything tastes marvelous dipped in chocolate. GREAT SECRETS TO SUCCESS FOR YOUR CHOCOLATE-DIPPED DELIGHTS 1-CHOOSE FRESH INGREDIENTS: Purchase your fruit close to dipping time. Use fresh chocolate stored in a cool dry place. 2-HAVE ALL YOUR EQUIPMENT AND DIPPERS READY. 3-MAKE SURE EVERYTHING IS CLEAN, [...]
This easy chicken dinner is a real simple one-dish meal because you cook both the chicken and the pasta in the same pot, then add the tomatoes, the peas, herbs and cheese. Only one pot to clean. This satisfying dish can be made even more nutritious with the addition of some spinach. Here’s a quick [...]
This bright red blend of beets, berries and apple is the perfect smoothie for extra energy and vitamins. The vibrant color will bring a glow to your skin. This Apple and Beet Smoothie is refreshing and delightful. The beets in this smoothie are loaded with good nutrients that will make your skin glow and your [...]
Almost sinful! Your family and friends will love this devilishly 250-calories cake. It is super easy to make and only takes 20 minutes. They just came out of the oven and they are warm fudgy and stunning! A moist chocolate cake with a seductive center. Even health-conscious eaters can have their chocolate cake and eat [...]
These Baked Greek Potatoes are a favorite at our house. Potatoes roasted with herbs, salt, lemon juice and olive oil. They make a perfect accompaniment to almost any dish. These baked Greek Potatoes are easy to make and taste incredibly good. They are crisp and packed with wonderful flavor. They only take few minutes to [...]
Made not only with cocoa powder, but also bittersweet chocolate and chocolate chip, these brownies are rich in flavor. Chewy and chocolaty, these brownies are simple and utterly satisfying. These treats are chewy and fudgy. If you are a brownies lover, these triple chocolate brownies are for you. Fo the nut-lovers, I add some chopped [...]
A great dish to start your day! Baked Oatmeal with Bananas and Berries, flavor with cinnamon and maple syrup. I enjoy oats in the morning and the possibilities are endless. This baked oatmeal is one of my favorite. I have made some baked oatmeal with apple few days ago and it was delicious. A layer [...]
I made a simple baked oatmeal that I absolutely adore. It’s simple, quick and delicious. I loved the addition of fruits, as well the addition of cranberries and almonds. Try baked oatmeal for a unexpected morning treat. It’s a mix between an oatmeal bar and traditional creamy breakfast oatmeal. This easy, baked breakfast dish is irresistibly [...]
Let’s talk about coconut oil. I started using coconut oil myself few years ago. I have been so impressed after reading about the health benefits of coconut oil, that I felt an obligation to use it in my daily routine. Coconut oil has a long and highly respected reputation in many culture of the world. [...]
I love Asian Cuisine! I enjoy the fragrant flavor of ginger and the wonderful flavor of hoisin sauce in a stir fry. Ginger is technically a spice, not an herb, and the gnarly part that’s edible is technically a rhizome, not a root, but most people can agree that the flavor is a great addition [...]
Packed with blueberry flavor, these Blueberry Muffins have a delicate texture and a delicious golden crust. These muffins will disappear as quickly as you could make them. Use this basic muffin recipe and add your favorite berries. For a nice crunch, sprinkle some coarse sugar on top of the blueberry muffins. Save Print [...]
Have you ever made Whoppie Pie? I just made some for the first time. These tender little cakes are fantastic. The traditional Whoppie Pie is not a pie at all, but a cake like sandwich cookie with a luscious cream filling. The Whoppie Pies are easy to make at home. After you pull the cakes [...]
This recipe is so easy, all you have to do is put the fish fillets in a baking pan, smother them with the topping, and bake. The taste is amazing. This is one of my favorite fish dish!I love the salty flavor of the olives and capers. This hearty but low fat fish dish is a cinch [...]
There is nothing better than Homemade Food and there is nothing better than Homemade Quick Bread. Having some fresh baked Banana bread makes me feel good. And adding some chocolate makes the bread even better and comforting! A real treat for the chocolate lover. Combine banana and chocolate into a quick bread for a delicious [...]
Farro is a variety of hard, non-hybridized wheat kernel that has been grown and used in Italy for centuries. In North America, this grain is now becoming more popular, especially to the health conscious. Farro is pearl shaped and has a firm, chewy texture. Often used as a substitute for pasta or rice, farro is [...]
Farro is a variety of hard, non-hybridized wheat kernel that has been grown and used in Italy for centuries. In North America, this grain is known as “spelt” and is now becoming more popular, especially to the health conscious. Farro is pearl shaped and has a firm, chewy texture. Packed with vitamins and minerals, Farro [...]
A delicate quinoa salad with tender green bean and shrimp. The shrimp provide bounce to your bite. This is a fabulous dish with lively color and herbal fragrance. Tiny in size, quinoa is a great choice for salad. Quinoa is most famous for an impressive protein content that happen to boost all eight amino acids. [...]
