Main Course Recipes
BBQ Chicken with Mango Salsa
Why not add a bright fresh salsa to your grilled or baked chicken? This is a must try with super fresh ingredients and your whole family will love. Meet my BBQ Chicken with Mango Jalapeno Salsa. This recipe is packed with bold sweet and spicy flavours. It’s perfect for grilled meats, vegetables or even yummy…
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|Marry Me Chicken
Creamy Sun-dried Tomato Parmesan Chicken Skillet. This is also known as Marry Me Chicken, because once you try this you will want to marry it! We’ve managed to survive the holidays, and now time to return to work. Big question is: what’s for dinner? Well this recipe is incredibly easy and super delicious. You can…
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|Lemon Chicken Piccata
Lemons from Europe are the freshest and highest quality in the world! @thelemonage_can 🍋 They are an important part of a healthy diet and an excellent vitamin C source, helping to promote the functioning of the immune and nervous systems. It’s no secret that lemons are incredibly versatile, and I can’t wait to share my Lemony Chicken…
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|Braised Beef Short Ribs with Crispy Pancetta, Mushrooms in a Red Wine Sauce
I am so excited to share with you my delicious Braised Beef Short Rib with Red Wine Sauce, crispy pancetta, and mushrooms made with local @ontbeef! Ontario is home to so many amazing local products and produce. I love supporting my local farms, and businesses in the community. We also are home to some of…
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|Turkey & Wild Rice Jambalaya
One pan meals sure to satisfy any crowd. Meet my Wild Rice & Turkey Jambalaya! This recipe is so incredibly easy to make! It is super flavourful and very filling because let’s be honest no one wants to cook more than they have to around the holidays. I’ve made this a healthier version by using…
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|Roasted Red Pepper Rigatoni Pasta
My secret ingredient for my savory, velvety smooth Roasted Red Pepper Rigatoni is hummus! I use @mezete_global! 🍝 the delicious gourmet Roasted Red Pepper Hummus! What I love most about @mezete_global Roasted Red Pepper Hummus is it makes for such a creamy dish! #thehummiest. It is made with all-natural tahini and chickpeas, with no additives or preservatives. Now that…
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|Miso Glazed Tofu Bowls
This is such an awesome, quick and inexpensive dinner to make. This marinade is absolutely perfect for tofu. I love using the miso paste and tamari together for that perfect umami flavour. When I don’t feel like really cooking, I often turn to this simple recipe and am completely satisfied. I love added this tofu…
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|Tuscan Beef Stew
This recipe is so rich, rustic and the ultimate comfort food. Beef, onion, carrots, potatoes and red wine come together in cozy harmony. If you are feeding a crowd, good news: It doubles (or triples) beautifully. Searing the beef pieces before you add the stock makes such a difference in the flavour you get from…
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|Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie
The most comforting Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie you’ve ever had! This savoury warm and hearty comfort food is exactly what I crave after a long day at work. The best news is that it is actually really easy to make. This truly is a dish that you will make over and over again for your…
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|Healthy Baked Turkey Meatballs
I have finally cracked the code on how to make the most tender juicy meatballs made with just Turkey. Typically to make meatballs moist they are made with a combination of both beef and pork. These turkey meatballs are a game changer. By grating the onion and using all the juices creates a great depth…
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Hi, I'm Rachelle
The Vivacious Gourmet
I share delicious healthy recipes that are simple to make, with wholesome fresh ingredients.
Nothing makes me happier than sharing our family recipes, so feel free to share with your family too!