Last season, I recapped every single episode of Chopped Canada. For season 2 (which premiered over the weekend), rather than doing the same, I’ve decided to write about what I might make with one of the mystery boxes. The mystery boxes in the first episode consisted of the following: Kataifi Appetizer: Cherry drink mix, ground […]
Tag: onions
French Onion Soup, Done Right!
French onion soup is a classic favourite. It combines all the delicious flavours of hearty beef broth, melted cheese and sweet onions. It is excellent as a starter to a meal, or on its own. What really makes the flavours in French onion soup is the addition of red wine and brandy. If you’ve attempted […]
A new twist on Filet Mignon
Although red meat is not always a popular choice with the more health-conscious individuals, it happens to be one of my favourite foods. More than delicious, it is a good source of protein and iron; it is also incredibly versatile. Like anything else, moderation is key. But sometimes, everybody needs a luxurious steak dinner! I […]
Chicken Mozzarella with Homemade Veggie Sauce
This is a delicious, easy-to-cook meal for two or three. Prep time is about 25 minutes and cooking is 1 hour, 15 minutes. A great, healthy weekend dinner if you just want to relax. Ingredients Needed: 2 or 3 medium-sized tomatoes 2 tablespoons of chopped garlic 1 zuchinni 1 bell pepper (any size) 1 cup […]
Weekly Quickie Recipe: Rice with Tomato-ey Minced Beef
This was a favourite of mine growing up. It’s quite easy and quick to make, not requiring much time or ingredients at all. In fact, you can probably make the sauce in less than an hour. Ingredients needed are: 1 pound of ground beef Marinara sauce Chopped onions (one to 1 1/2 cups) 1/2 cup […]