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Pesto Salmon
February 10, 2026

Pesto Salmon

Pesto Salmon is a fresh, flavorful dish that comes together with almost no effort. Tender, flaky salmon is topped with vibrant pesto and baked or grilled to perfection, creating a meal that feels light and healthy while still packed with bold, delicious flavor—perfect for quick …

Seafood
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Oatmeal Raisin Breakfast Cookie Sandwiches
February 9, 2026

Oatmeal Raisin Breakfast Cookie Sandwiches

Oatmeal Raisin Breakfast Cookie Sandwiches are soft, chewy, and packed with wholesome flavor. Sweet raisins and warm spices are sandwiched with a creamy filling, making them a satisfying breakfast or snack that feels indulgent yet perfectly portable for busy mornings. Prep Time:15minutes minutesCook Time:12minutes minutesServings:24 Cookies Ingredients Instructions  …

Breakfast
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Mini Caprese Deep Dish Pizzas
February 8, 2026

Mini Caprese Deep Dish Pizzas

Mini Caprese Deep Dish Pizzas are bite-sized, flavorful twists on a classic Italian favorite. With crisp crusts, melty cheese, fresh tomatoes, and fragrant basil, they bake up into fun, satisfying little pizzas that are perfect for parties, appetizers, or an easy snack that feels both fresh and indulgent. Simple to prepare and always impressive, they bring bold Caprese flavor in every mini slice.

Prep Time:1hour hr
Cook Time:15minutes mins
Servings:12 mini pizzas

Ingredients

  • ▢17 ounces pizza dough package store-bought, or 12 wonton cups
  • ▢1/4 cup plain flour all purpose flour, for rolling
  • ▢1 spray cooking oil spray
  • ▢1/4 cup pizza sauce garlic flavoured
  • ▢8 ounces fresh mozzarella
  • ▢12 grape tomatoes or cherry tomatoes, finely sliced
  • ▢1/4 cup shredded mozzarella
  • ▢1/3 cup fresh basil leaves finely shredded
  • ▢1/4 cup balsamic glaze

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 220°C | 425°F. Remove pizza dough onto a lightly floured work surface and allow it to come to room temperature (about 1 hour or follow package instructions). Slice dough into 12 equal pieces. Using a rolling pin or your hands, roll out each dough into 13-cm or 5-inch rounds. Lightly spray a 12-capacity muffin pan with oil. Gently press each dough piece into each muffin cup to fit into the base and sides.
  • Assemble your pizzas: Place 2 slices of mozzarella cheese onto each dough first to prevent the dough from getting soggy. Layer with 1 teaspoon pizza sauce; 2-3 tomato slices; a pinch of shredded basil; one more slice of mozzarella; and top with extra shredded basil. Sprinkle a small amount of shredded mozzarella onto the tops; drizzle with a little balsamic glaze and bake until dough is golden brown and crisp (about 12-15 minutes). Allow to cool slightly before removing from muffin pan.
  • To serve, drizzle with extra balsamic glaze.

Notes

You can add a bunch of other flavours if you wish including pepperoni, ham and your other pizza favourites. 

Nutrition

Calories: 185kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 449mg | Potassium: 76mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 342IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 111mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Curry Chicken Salad
February 7, 2026

Curry Chicken Salad

This is a deliciously flavorful twist on the classic chicken salad! It’s taken up a notch with those aromatic Middle Eastern spices, and it’s lightened up by using Greek yogurt for most of the mayo. Perfect served in bread or lettuce leaves. Prep: 20minutes minutesServings: 4 Ingredients …

Soups & Salads
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Hot Crab Dip
February 6, 2026

Hot Crab Dip

Hot Crab Dip is creamy, cheesy, and full of savory seafood flavor. Served bubbling from the oven with a golden top, it’s the ultimate appetizer for parties, game days, or cozy nights in—perfect for dipping with crackers, bread, or veggies. Prep Time:5minutes minutesCook Time:20minutes minutesServings:8 servings Equipment Ingredients …

Liquid Gold, Seafood
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Roasted Broccoli
February 5, 2026

Roasted Broccoli

Garlic Parmesan Roasted Broccoli is an easy side dish that makes vegetables the star of the table. Roasted until tender with crisp edges and tossed with savory garlic and Parmesan, it’s packed with bold flavor and perfect for weeknights, meal prep, or pairing with any main course. Simple, quick, and reliably delicious every time.

Prep: 5minutes minutes
Cook: 10minutes minutes
Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 24 ounces broccoli florets
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan
  • 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Lightly oil a baking sheet  or coat with nonstick spray.
  • Place broccoli florets in a single layer onto the prepared baking sheet. Add olive oil and garlic; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Gently toss to combine.
  • Place into oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until tender.
  • Serve immediately, sprinkled with Parmesan and lemon juice.

Equipment

Baking Sheet

Notes

*24 ounces broccoli florets is equal to about 5 cups.

Simple
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Cranberry Muffins
February 2, 2026

Cranberry Muffins

These Cranberry Muffins are the perfect blend of tart and sweet, light, fluffy and perfect for your morning breakfast. All you need is one bowl and 30 minutes to whip these babies up from start to finish. Prep Time:10minutes minutesCook Time:20minutes minutesServings:12 muffins Equipment Ingredients Instructions  Nutrition Serving: 1muffinCalories: 177kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated …

Sweet Treat
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Bagel Breakfast Sandwich
February 1, 2026

Bagel Breakfast Sandwich

Start your morning off right with this hearty and filling Bagel Breakfast Sandwich. It has everything you need to fuel your body and to keep you full until lunch. These are also perfect for breakfast on the go and always hit the spot! Prep Time:10minutes minutesCook …

Breakfast
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Strawberry Banana Bread
January 31, 2026

Strawberry Banana Bread

Strawberry Banana Bread is a blend of fresh, juicy strawberries mixed with bananas that make this bread soft and moist in every slice. This is quick and easy bread that your family is going to love!

Prep Time:15minutes minutes
Cook Time:30minutes minutes
Servings:12 Slices

Equipment

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Ingredients

  • ▢½ cup softened unsalted butter
  • ▢1 cup granulated sugar
  • ▢2 large eggs
  • ▢3 ripe mashed bananas
  • ▢2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ▢1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ▢½ teaspoon salt
  • ▢1 ½ cups chopped strawberries,
  • ▢1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray two 9 x 5 loaf pans with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
  • Add ½ cup softened unsalted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar to a large bowl. Using an electric hand mixer, cream together until light and fluffy.
  • In a small bowl, beat 2 large eggs using a fork. Add the eggs to the sugar mixture and mix until combined.
  • Add 3 ripe mashed bananas to the sugar mixture and mix until combined.
  • Sift together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt. Slowly add the sifted flour ingredients to the banana mixture and mix until flour is just combined. DO NOT OVER MIX!
  • Toss 1 ½ cups chopped strawberries, with 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour. Fold the floured-covered strawberries into the batter.
  • Divide and pour the batter into the prepared loaf pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. REDUCE the heat to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and bake for an additional 30 minutes. The bread is done when the edges are slightly brown or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely before removing from loaf pans.

Nutrition

Calories: 228kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 51mgSodium: 202mgPotassium: 66mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 284IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 13mgIron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Bread
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Seafood Lasagna
January 30, 2026

Seafood Lasagna

Seafood Lasagna is the perfect dish when comfort food meets something a little more special. Creamy, cheesy layers bake together with tender seafood and golden pasta to create a rich, satisfying meal that feels worthy of a celebration. Elegant enough for holiday tables yet simple …

Seafood
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