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This Asparagus Mac and Cheese or kraft dinner Macaroni and Cheese is the ultimate of comfort food Canadian food.
If you and your family like macaroni and cheese then this just steps it up a notch and tastes much better than any kind of boxed stuff.
By simply adding in some fresh asparagus and roma tomatoes this dish becomes a meal!
Plus if you have ever felt a tad guilty eating the box stuff but just can’t help yourself “like me sometimes”.
Then this recipe is sure to sway you to enjoy mac and cheese more often but in a healthy way.
I think this recipe will be great for those who want something quick and do like the boxed macaroni and cheese.
The kids will definitely be all over it, i’m sure.
So when that mac and cheese craving hits, I hope you think of this recipe. I do, a lot 🙂
I no longer just make Macaroni and Cheese, I will make this recipe too.
You can add pretty much any other vegetables such as cooked broccoli, kale etc as well.
This recipe will be a fantastic for those of you who want something quick and something that the kids will be able to enjoy too!
So what are you waiting for? ✌
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This Pappardelle Pasta Recipe is absolutely delicious and is made with chicken breasts and mushrooms.
Looking for more recipes that utilize pappardelle pasta. Try my Lobster Pastaor Pappardelle Bolognese!
WHAT IS PAPPARDELLE PASTA
Pappardelle are long, flat and broad ribbons of egg pasta, that originate in Tuscany, Italy.
HOW TO MAKE PAPPARDELLE PASTA RECIPE
This dish uses dried uncooked pappardelle pasta, white mushrooms, whole chicken breasts and fresh parsley.
Which comes in a creamy sauce that is sure to make enhance the flavor of the pappardelle noodles.
This dish is very elegant and would be very impressive to serve to a loved one on any special occasions.
This versatile dish is so quick and easy to make and can really can be served on any day.
Last year, me and my partner went out for Valentines day.
And it ended up costing us lot.
That is also because Valentine’s day is one of the most busiest dining nights out of the year.
So of course they are going to charge more, make sense right?
So in the future I think I will be making this dish at home instead and then pairing it with a bottle of wine.
Giving anyone a fancy dining experience for two for under $40 dollars.
Oh and expect leftovers because this pasta makes a few bowls 😉
If you’re looking for a vegetarian dish for tonight’s dinner?
Feel free to omit the chicken and just use mushrooms.
You can also add in some spinach if you’d like to replace the chicken!
This dish can be made vegan as sell.
However you would want to replace the butter, parmesan cheese and whole milk with those vegan substitutes of course.
And of course you can use “gluten free” pasta if your on such a diet.
So really there is no excuse to not indulging once in a while in such an amazing dish.
To make this dish all you will need is one large cooking pot, what can be easier than that.
Since pappardelle pasta noodles are not very starchy it’s okay to throw them in dring the last phases of cooking.
If you are using another heavy pasta, then you may want to pre cook the pasta then through it in at the end instead.
Squeeze the juice from a lemon overtop before serving and you will be in pasta heaven… Bone appetite!
Looking for a NEW MEAL PREP option for the week. This recipe is perfect for that 🙂
I like to make meal preps with my leftovers. They freeze well too!
DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE?
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These Simple Swedish Meatballs are served over a bed of egg noodles in a creamy low fat sauce. A recipe that you and your family are sure to love.
WHO SELLS SWEDISH MEATBALLS
Costco does but so does President’s Choice.
So what does that mean? It means you can have creamy Swedish Meatballs on the table in less than 20 minutes!
That is the reason I call these Simple Swedish Meatballs because really there is no fuss when it comes to making this popular recipe.
You can literally have this whole dinner on the table in less than 30 minutes!
Making swedish meatballs this way becomes a weeknight meal savor if you ask me. Because instead of making these meatballs from scratch which take a fair bit of time and technique.
Your simply using some pre made meatballs that are fail proof and do not need to be baked.
Your going to love this really inexpensive dinner option, trust me
This recipe serves a family of four or you can use my easy to use recipe adjuster and make it for more people if you like.
Your family will think you where slaving in the kitchen all day making meatballs when really you were doing other important things 😉
Keep in mind those pre made meatballs come in a package that has 907 grams. I only used 650 grams of those meatballs and that alone feeds four people. So taking that into consideration this recipe is also frugal!
The brand that I like to use is President’s Choice Swedish Meatballs. You can use your favorite pre made meatballs of course and even opt for a chicken or a vegan variety, totally up to you.
Swedish Meatballs are the ultimate comfort food and typically are served overtop a bed of large egg noodles, however you can serve them over mash potatoes as well if desired.
I like to saute the meatballs in butter and oil first which helps bring out the flavor more.
Then I will use that same butter and oil to make a roux for the sauce that turns into the most delicious gravy ever.
Also since I typically just cook for me and my partner, I often tend to make dinner for two, three or four people. This recipe will feed four people easily and get this.
Are you cooking for a larger crowd? or perhaps having to provide something for an upcoming potluck?
Then this recipe is sure to be a hit and everyone would be think that you spent a lot of time at it.
If you have a little more time and want to make your meatballs from scratch, I recommend following this recipe for making Classic Baked Swedish Meatballs.
Just be aware that it does take some time and technique, as sometimes they do fall apart while searing them. So cooking them in the oven is best if you are to make them from scratch.
Go ahead and indulge you deserve it!
Note: You can add 1/2 cup of cream to this dish around the time you add in the beef stock if desired.
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This Farmers Sausage Macaroni and Cheese is something I came up last weekend.I was craving some good old comfort food and in Canada that typically means Mac and Cheese.
HOW TO COOK FARMERS SAUSAGE
Farmers sausage is cold – smoked yet still it is uncooked and so is prepared just like any other raw sausage. It is best to slice it in half in order to cook it throughout
With this recipe, I merged my favorite sausage with a box of just that!Yes, I said it a box of macaroni and cheese.
Now I don’t typically share recipes where I use boxed macaroni and cheese.
However for this recipe I wanted too create something for those who still love macaroni and cheese but want something more special.
Also added half a cup of shredded cheddar cheese to make it more cheesy.
The kids will definitely like this recipe too!
However if you want you can always cook some macaroni on the side and add 2 cups of cheddar instead.
Totally up to you, also if you want to make just a simple from scratch macaroni and cheese then check out my recipe Macaroni cheese recipe it’s a fan favorite!
If you and your family like macaroni and cheese then this just steps it up a notch and tastes much better than any kind of boxed stuff.
Add in some fresh basil and it becomes such a tasty dish that can be served as a meal to just about anybody.
Just make sure your using a good quality macaroni and cheese as it will make a world of difference in how this plate tastes.
This dish can be put together in under 20 minutes ✌ So what are you waiting for?
Grab your favorite box of macaroni and cheese, farmers sausage, shredded cheddar cheese and fresh basil and your good to go.
LOOKING FOR OTHER FARMER SAUSAGE RECIPES? Check out these recipes below!
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Warm up to a BIG Bowl of the most delicious “Vegetable Egg Drop Soup“. This popular Chinese soup it’s super simple to make and believe it or not very filling. Not to mention inexpensive and addicting!
We are in the middle of winter here now in Canada and people have been getting sick left right and center with colds and the flu. Me included, whenever this time of year rolls around I tend to stay home more and prepare heartwarming soups for me and whoever is around.
Egg drop soup is one of those easy to make and hearty soups that warms the body and heals it too. Now what more could you want in a soup? Matter of fact after this post I will make some. I could it this soup all day everyday!
I always order egg drop soup whenever I go to any chinese restaurant, I just love it. Most restaurants serve it without the vegetables, however I like to add vegetable to it as it makes it more filling and healthy and can serve as the main course this way.
Which I will enjoy for lunch or dinner whenever I’m in the mood.
This recipe is quick to make because all we are doing is basically bringing the soup to a simmer and cooking it over medium heat for roughly 15 minutes.
If you want bigger chunks of egg then you will want to stir it less near the end. I prefer it more like this so I will stir it allot near the end so it breaks up. Also you can add three to four eggs if desired, after all it’s your soup.
The type of frozen mixed Vegetables I like to use
Also make sure your using a quality chicken stock, because you will be adding some low sodium soy sauce that will allow for just the right amount of salt in this soup.
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This is my Best Turkey recipe that produces a savory bird that is seasoned with all the right spices and comes out moist on the inside and crispy on the outside.
A Turkey like this is always a hit during the holidays!
Serve this main course along with myBest Bread Stuffing and you will be in business.
This recipe makes for a family favorite recipe every year. And also serves well alongside my Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes, Stuffing and Homemade Cranberry Sauce and dinner will be divine!
Also, I have included an easy homemade gravy recipesas well that utilizes the drippings from the bird.
You do not want to skip on this either!
HOW LONG TO DEFROST TURKEY
If your like me and buy your Turkey frozen, you will want to keep in mind the size of your Turkey when looking for defrosting times.
Allow approximately 24 hours for every 5 pounds of turkey.
Here in Canada we have our Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays pretty far apart.
So we tend to have Turkey twice per year. Personally I’ve made just a few Turkey dinners for a crowd myself.
One being for my family one year and another for a boyfriend’s family. Y
Yes, this was before I was a blogger and I was nervous as hell to do it.
But being that I have watched family and friends prepare it often, I got some tips prior and it came out just as good as this recipe here.
So you can rest assured that this recipe is a Winner!
Once you learn the basics to preparing and cooking a turkey you too will become well versed in the right techniques to cooking a whole turkey.
Turkey Roasting Pan
You will want to use a pan large enough to roast.
You can either use a throw away type metal pan that can be found at any dollar store or purchase a good quality one that will last you through the years.
What herbs and spices go with Turkey
The most popular used spices for a Turkey is; thyme, rosemary and sage.
Some people use nutmeg, personally I do not like.
Best Store-Bought Poultry Seasoning
When I want to make a turkey that’s sure to impress, I will use my favorite store bough poultry seasoning ” McCormick Poultry Seasoning”. You can also make yours from scratch at home instead. By replacing the 2 tbsp of poultry seasoning with 1 tbsp of kosher salt, 1 tbsp of pepper, 1 tbsp thyme, 1 tbsp rosemary, 1 tsp sage.
Best Turkey Seasoning
This is what I use for my Best Turkey Recipe!
2 tbsp of poultry seasoning, I like”McCormick Poultry Seasoning”.
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp onion powder
1 tbsp salt
Pour the gravy all over the sliced breast for an incredible meal and even save as leftovers to make some other meals.
HOW COOK TURKEY IN THE OVEN
You will want a Turkey Roasting pan
Meat thermometer
Basting tool
Tinfoil
IS IT BETTER TO COOKA TURKEY BREAST SIDE UP OR DOWN
Cook the turkey breast side down as this allows the juices to fall down towards the breast producing a juicer turkey!
HOW COOK TURKEY IN OVEN
Start by thawing your turkey in advance to preparing it, best to do this in the fridge 48 hours prior. Once thawed place on the shelf one hour prior to preparing.
Rinse your Turkey under cold water for a few minutes and then remove the neck and other things in the cavity and cook on the side of the turkey.
Mix your seasonings well and rub the bird all over.
Season inside the bird with all over and baste with melted butter.
Place bird “BREAST SIDE” down “produces a better cooked turkey) and bake at 400 for one hour.
One the hour is up, turn down the oven to 350 baste the bird in it’s own juice and cook for one more hour.
Before you remove the Turkey, probe it with a thermometer it should reach a temperature of 165-170 degrees. Be careful not to touch the bone, rather insert it right into the breast for an accurate reading.
If it has reached the desired temperature, remove from the oven and allow it to sit for 30 minutes before carving otherwise you will have a dry Turkey.
WHERE TO COOK TURKEY IN OVEN
Middle rack is always the best practice!
My top tips to cooking the best Turkeys are as follows:
Allow the bird to fully defrost and then sit on the counter at least one hour prior to baking, this ensure that the skin doesn’t break and that the bird cooks properly thought out.
Butter the turkey all over with solid butter as well as liquid.
Use a food thermometer and remove the Turkey once it reaches it’s ideal temperature.
Place 1 cup of water into the bottom of the pan to prevent burning and aid in creating the gravy. Nothing more you don’t want to boil the turkey.
Baste the turkey every hour to ensure it stays moist.
Cover the legs, breast and wings of the turkey with tinfoil and place the birds legs towards the back of the oven where it’s the hottest and where the bird needs most the cooking. “The breasts always cook the fastest.
Do not stuff the bird with stuffing, rather make the dressing on the side.
Now what is turkey without the stuffing?
It’s really not a complete holiday meal now is it, so that part is definitely something you do not want to forget!
You can stuff the turkey with the stuffing prior to cooking if desired.
However keep in mind that they turkey will then take another hour to cook fully. Or you can cook the stuffing on it’s own for one hour also. One of my favorite stuffing recipes is :
Otherwise you can do the same thing and just stuff the bird, keeping in mind you may need to cook it longer.
TURKEY GRAVY WITH THE DRIPPINGS
Oh and do not forget the gravy, I’ll show you below how to make the best homemade gravy from the same bird you are cooking here.
Utilizing every part of this amazing bird is key to a great Turkey dinner.
I hope you give it a go, and have an enjoyable dinner with those who mean the most to you.
Tips: I always save the bones to make a turkey soup the next day, it’s simple. Also I like to make my own Gravy from the drippings see my recipe below for a simple Homemade Turkey Gravy
Wondering what to do with all those turkey leftovers? Try my “Turkey Pot Pies” I will even show you how to make the most delicious “HOMEMADE PUFF PASTRY” if you choose.
More Christmas & Thanksgiving recipes you may like:
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These Mustard Honey Pork Chops are super easy to make and are really really delicious! Go ahead and serve these pork chops with mash potatoes or a vegetable of your liking.
CAN YOU USE ANY KIND OF PORKCHOP?
Absolutely! Any kind of porkchop will work for this recipe. Such as bone in pork chops, pork loin or ribs.
I just love the way the dijon mustard, vinegar and honey coats the pork, it creates a sweet yet tangy taste that is absolutely delicious!
And the nice thing about these chops is that they take no time at all to make.
Can you believe that this beautiful dish can be on the table in less than 30 minutes?
So if your expecting guests over at 6pm you can through these in the pan and have them plated in no time. Just be sure to marinate them prior and your good to go!
I really like to serve these pork chops during those busy weekdays, where I am craving something filling yet fast.
You can easily saute or bake some fresh asparagus, brussel sprouts or broccoli on the side that would accompany this dish very well. It’s your dinner, so I will leave those option ideas with you.
If your not on a paleo diet, then why not go ahead and bake a few potatoes. Those would also go along really well with these pork chops.
HOW TO MAKE HONEY MUSTARD PORK CHOPS
The trick to having the best cooking the best Dijon Mustard Honey Pork Chops is in the marinade.
I like to marinade my chops the night prior, however you can also marinade it one hour prior if your in a rush.
Then all you are simply wanting to do from their is remove the chops and generously on both sides prior to cooking with salt and pepper.
Searing them in a non stick frying pan on both sides till cooked. Once cooked remove and plate, then place the sauce in the pan and saute on medium heat for 5 minutes and pour on top of the chops.
Be sure to use ample butter when frying the chops, which will help to sear them properly give it it’s depth of flavor while still keeping the chops moist and juicy.
If you follow these tips you are sure to prepare the best pork chops ever. Also feel free to use bone in pork chops, pork loin or ribs.
To prepare the pork you will want to sear chops in a non stick frying pan with a little butter, rosemary and seasonings. Each side will take about 8 minutes to cook, while cooking baste with butter in the pan.
Note: These chops can be done on the grill as well. Save the marinade to cook on the stovetop for a juicy sauce that can be served right overtop.
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