We make variations on this quick ground beef recipe, adding whatever vegetables and seasonings that we have on hand. It’s not pretty, but it’s perfect for nights when you’re tired, and the cupboards are almost bare.
Category: Recipes
Stovetop Carrot Apple Ginger Soup
When we first tried this soup, it was in the slow cooker all day, and we enjoyed it at supper time.
Later, I adapted the recipe, so I could make it on the stovetop, in a much quicker time! The flavours are just as good, and now it’s a 45 minute project, instead of taking all day.
Blondies with Chocolate Chips
This is a lighter, less gooey, version of traditional Blondies squares. They’re delicious, and they disappear quickly!
Makes 16 squares, about 100 calories each.
Chicken and Mushroom Pasta
This recipe is adapted from the Mushrooms section, in the Chatelaine Quickies cookbook.
I’ve adjusted it for 2 servings, and added cooked chicken, for a heartier meal.
Stir-Fried Shrimp with Vegetables
This quick and easy dish has shrimp stir-fried with ginger, garlic, and a splash of low-sodium soy sauce
Asian-Inspired Turkey Lettuce Wraps
In this quick and easy recipe, ground turkey is sautéed with garlic, ginger, a dash of sesame oil, and low-sodium soy sauce.
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Minute Magic Tea Biscuits
Sometimes we call these “baking powder biscuits” and sometimes they’re “tea biscuits.” Whatever you call these biscuits, they’re delicious, especially when they’re fresh out of the oven!
Slow Cooker Cottage Roll With Vegetables
For a tasty and low cost supper, put a cottage roll in the slow cooker after breakfast, and it will be ready in time for your supper! It looks a bit like ham, but has a different texture, and a saltier flavour.
Slow Cooker Pork Side Ribs
Way back in 2009, Keith searched the internet for slow cooker rib recipes. He found a few, and combined the ideas into his own special recipe. The ribs cooked for several hours, and the house smelled wonderful all afternoon.