This delicious and cheesy Mexican beef and rice skillet is one of our favourite winter suppers. It’s easy to prepare, then relax while it cooks for 25 minutes. It warms us up on a cold evening, and you get great flavours, with very little work. Continue reading “Mexican Beef and Rice Skillet”
Author: Debra Dalgleish
Cranberry Orange Lamb Chops
This lamb chop recipe is easy, and delicious, and it looks fancy! Try it for a special occasion, or for a relaxing weekend supper for two.
Weekly Meal Plan 2025-08-16
It’ll be hot this weekend, and then cooler for the upcoming week. And Monday looks like perfect weather – sunny, and 23°C.
If you’re in the Toronto area, the CNE opened on Friday, and runs until labour Day (Sept 1st). This is the annual sign, for parents and kids, that there are only 2 weeks of school’s summer vacation left! That’s good news for some people, and sad news for others.
Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala
One day, way back in January 2012, we needed a break from our regular meals. While flipping through a Real Simple magazine, I found this recipe for Chicken Tikka Masala, and Keith agreed to make it. Continue reading “Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala”
One-Pot Greek Lamb and Orzo For 2
This lamb and orzo dish is quick and easy to make, all in one stovetop skillet!.
And if you don’t like lamb, you could make this with ground beef. Continue reading “One-Pot Greek Lamb and Orzo For 2”
Banana Streusel Muffins
I’ve been making these banana streusel muffins since 2008, when my Mom gave me her recipe.
The muffins are good for breakfast, or afternoon snack, or for a sweet ending to your supper. Use a plate though — they’re very crumbly!
Slow Cooker Osso Buco
One of our favourite winter meals is Veal Osso Buco. It simmers all day in the slow cooker, and fills the house with a wonderful aroma. It’s a delicious and filling meal, with a lovely tomato sauce. Continue reading “Slow Cooker Osso Buco”
Chicken Thighs With Honey Lemon Rice
The first time I made this recipe was in July 2010, and we’ve enjoyed it many times since then.
The recipe is quick and easy to make, with ingredients that we usually have in the house. And it tastes great! Continue reading “Chicken Thighs With Honey Lemon Rice”
Weekly Meal Plan 2025-08-09
We’re in another heat wave, with temperatures in the low 30s, until Tuesday. And if you like hot and rainy day, you’re in luck! That’s the forecast for Monday to Wednesday.
For this week’s menu, I chose old favourites from our meal plan, and with no new recipes. We tried two new recipes last week, so we need a rest this week! Continue reading “Weekly Meal Plan 2025-08-09”
Lemon, Shrimp and Prosciutto Pasta for Two
This Lemon, Shrimp and Prosciutto Pasta recipe is ready in 30 minutes, and it tastes delicious, and looks beautiful! It would be perfect for a romantic dinner for two. Continue reading “Lemon, Shrimp and Prosciutto Pasta for Two”