Tag: Dinner
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Vietnamese noodle salad
Try replacing grains and pasta with rice stick noodles one night. Throw some chopped carrot, lettuce and bean sprouts on top. Add seasoned meat or tofu. Sprinkle a blend of fresh herbs like mint and basil. I admit to not having had this meal in rotation very frequently, until now, but after purchasing some fish…
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Square Pizza – that’s not so square
Sure there are a million pizza recipes on the internet. But how many square pizza recipes are there? I like using a sheet pan for pizza because it basically guarantees success with your crust, and takes the pressure off. Or course, if you had all the time in the world and a ballerina-like touch, you…
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Ground turkey and white bean soup with kale
As a mum struggling to come up with new and interesting creations for 3 hungry humans, I realise that my repertoire is slightly “chicken-heavy.” It really is a versatile meat, and affordable too. Turkey however is a nice alternative when you are feeling bored for the same old thing. This soup is not a big…
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Vegetarian Cottage Pie
The blend of firm and well seasoned Puy lentils with vegetables in a tomato base is surprisingly comforting, and lends itself to re-invention. For the filling, you could substitute half of the lentils with beef or lamb mince, and play around with different types of veggies you may have on hand. Parsnips, finely minced cabbage,…
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Spanish Rice w Sausage, Chicken & Edamame
Also known as Paella, this dish is super easy to make. Have it on the table in 30 mins as a weeknight meal, or jazz it up with some seafood for a special occasion. I cook a lot with edamame. I have used it here as a replacement for peas (ignore the pic). I prefer…
Allspice & Olive 