Tina’s Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup

a bowl of delicious chicken noodle soup

Here is a favorite recipe of mine. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken or turkey. I've added in substitutions for your convenience. I know I don't always have the fresh ingredients at hand. CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP 2 cups water 6 cups chicken stock (homemade or bought) 2 carrots … [Read more...]

Puff Pastry Pizza – Really!? Oh Yeah!! #recipe

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The web is a great source of information, especially if you are looking for recipes. What about your email though? That's where I found this fun recipe from @MapleLeafFoods   Print Puff Pastry Pizza - Really!? Oh Yeah!! #recipe Author: MapleLeafFoods Recipe type: Entree … [Read more...]

Salmon Balls – An Appetizer Or Healthy Snack – Recipe

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Last week I showed you a wonderful clam chowder recipe topped with Salmon. It's healthy and full of omega vitamins. Here's a recipe I came across for an appetizer that uses canned salmon. 5.0 from 1 reviews Print Salmon Balls - An Appetizer Or Healthy Snack - Recipe Recipe … [Read more...]

Experience #VHExcitement In Your Home Entertaining #Review/Giveaway @VHSauces

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Since I love cooking at home I was excited to be asked to review VH Sauces. I'm a huge fan of their sauces and dips. All home cooks should keep some quick and easy meal plans in the ready. VH sauces can help you do that. You never know when you might find yourself with guests for dinner or just … [Read more...]

Clam Chowder With A Little Help From Chef Michael!

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I watch a lot of cooking shows and just love Chef Michael (Seriously! Darned cute but don't tell hubby) My culinary skills are improving greatly just by watching and listening. Which of course is the only reason I watch his show. To learn! Seriously! He made a very simple clam chowder topped … [Read more...]

Hungry Jack Box – You Could Win A Years Worth Of Groceries

Hungry Jack sent out a press release announcing a super contest on September 4th, 2012. The makers of great pancake mix, syrup and potatoes, want the people of America to start using their pantry staples. Create a fantastic dish using either their pancake mix, syrup and/or potatoes. You have … [Read more...]

Broccoli And Bok Choy Low Carb Low Calorie Side Dish

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This tasty side dish of broccoli and bok choy is a great addition to many different types of meals. It's fairly quick to prepare and is low carb and low calorie. The above picture is a half portion of the recipe. You can cut down the amount of soy sauce if you feel the dish is too soft. My … [Read more...]

Cauliflower Mash – Low Calorie, Low Carb Side Dish #Recipe

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As many of you know, I'm always looking for the amazing dishes that taste great but won't put on the weight. Entrees or side dishes that are healthy and low calorie. This week I discovered cauliflower mash. There are tons of recipes on the internet for this. You just have to find one that you like … [Read more...]

Mexican Style Tacos A La Tina – Under 500 Calories Per Serving

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On Monday, I decided to change up the boring tacos. I ventured into the world of eggplant. It's a vegetable that I haven't had since I was a kid. At the time, I remember not liking it much. That's kids though and our tastes change. I wanted something yummy but crisp and cool because it's been … [Read more...]

Sterling Silver Beef Is Exclusive @Sobeys #Recipe #Win $100 GC #SAVOURTHESUMMER

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As an Albertan, beef is a common ingredient in my shopping cart. Especially during the summertime. One cut of beef that I hadn't tried was the Sterling Silver Beef exclusive to  Sobeys. Thanks to a fabulous opportunity they offered me, I bbq'd a beautiful Tri-tip roast for Sunday dinner. The … [Read more...]