Tag: vegetarian
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Moussaka
Greek comfort food at it’s best. I’m not the biggest eggplant fan so I also add zucchini or I eliminate the eggplant all together and double the zucchini. I love the adaptability of this type of food. Add more or less of whatever components you like. Think outside the box when entertaining. A traditional casserole…
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Spanakopita
UPDATED JULY 2025* Last spring we spent some time in Greece and every day I had a Leek Pie (prasopita). They are so delicious. I was meaning to make Leek Pie for my Taverna Chic Dinner Party but I ended up not getting enough leeks. Happy accident, I cooked them anyways and threw them into…
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Easy Frittatas
Frittata know how is a necessity. Not only are frittatas a must for brunch, lunch AND dinner, they are delicious cold which makes them perfect anytime. The egg, milk, cheese ratio is my go to frittata base. Enjoy hot or at room temp. Want to add a frittata to a picnic lunch like the Italians…
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Pressed Sandwiches 101
Pressed sandwiches are such a great idea for any event. Think bridal showers, brunches and picnics. I know, sandwiches are boring right? Wrong. The method and layering of ingredients makes an incredible, flavourful sandwich…. and no. need to follow a ‘recipe’ per se. The method is the guideline but you can make it as thick…
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Spinach Croque Madame
I shared my croque Monsieur recipe earlier this year. A Croque Madame is essentially the same sandwich with the addition of a fried egg on top. As if the Monsieur wasn’t decadent enough with crispy buttered bread , bechamel and gruyère, a fried egg with crispy edges and a runny golden yolk take it over…
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Sweet Potato Carrot Soup
Soup season is just about here! I’m all about comfort food and I just love that you can take a few ingredients and create a magical, satisfying and healthy meal. Did I say delicious? I shared my Roasted Butternut Squash Soup recipe last year, and this one is along the same lines, but even easier.…
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Sweet Potato Spinach & Mushroom Lasagna
Oh how I love lasagna! I think it was the first meal I ever learned to make. It took a lot of years and lots of different methods but I’ve got a go to method now and it’s pretty fool proof I think. The absolute key to a delicious lasagna is the sauce you use.…
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Roasted Plum Tomato Sauce
When I’ve got a bit of extra time I love making this sauce. It’s actually really easy and the flavour from roasting the vegetables will take your pasta, pizza or whatever you’re pairing it with, to the next level. I usually line a baking sheet with parchment for easy cleanup. Once blended, the sauce is…
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