Recipes

Here you can find all the recipes from my videos - from comforting classics to viral sandwiches, give a quick search if you're looking for something specific!

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Marry-Me Chicken Dense Bean Salad

The “Marry me” chicken has been a viral dish for many years. It combines a creamy sun-dried tomato basil sauce with tender chicken breast, usually served with pasta! I’ve definitely tried that dish many times and always loved it, so I thought, why not turn it into a bean salad!

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How to Make an Insane Burrito

Burritos are my absolute favourite, and I’m willing to do anything possible to have a delicious burrito! They are easily customizable, and so worth the effort, in my opinion.

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KFC Inspired Famous Bowl

As a kid, we always stopped at KFC before going up to camp, and the popcorn chicken was always my favourite. The combination of fluffy mashed potatoes, crispy chicken bites, and a savoury gravy is the definition of a comfort meal! You can whip this up in less than an hour and it hits every time.

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Grinder-Style Bean Salad

I have been obsessed with the grinder sandwich that went viral a few years ago! But since it’s the new year, I’m looking for ways to make more balanced meals that have more protein, good fats, lots of fibre, and keep me full all afternoon!

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Cheesy Stuffed Crust Pizza

Making homemade pizza can be a quick, easy, and enjoyable experience! I do occasionally order in, but sometimes I’m craving a specific pizza that only I can make!

This is my favourite pizza recipe that takes less than 2 hours from start to finish. As a kid, my family and I used to love going to Pizza Hut, and this pizza is definitely inspired by their cheesy crusts.

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Sloppy Joe Baked Potatoes

This is one of my favourite recipes in my cookbook! Sloppy joes have always been a nostalgic meal for me. The sweet and savoury beef has the flavours of chili, but only takes 30 minutes to become perfectly tender and flavourful. If you want more easy and delicious recipes, check out my cookbook ‘Best of the Bowl’ which you can order here!

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Cheesy Roasted Garlic Buns

These roasted garlic buns have the best of both worlds - a crispy, cheesy exterior, with a buttery soft interior. These can be made with homemade buns or store-bought and can be put together while you’re making a delectable supper.

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The Best Homemade Lasagna

This lasagna is one of my absolute favourite meals. I can’t tell which I love more: the slowly braised ragu sauce, the creamy ricotta béchamel, or the tender noodles that melt in your mouth—or maybe it’s all of the above. With a little love and effort, you can make the best Sunday supper that your whole family will absolutely love!

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Spicy Vodka Gnocchi with Mini Sausage Meatballs

This sauce will always be my favourite, and something I always crave! The soft, pillowy gnocchi pair so well with the creamy sauce, and it instantly becomes a restaurant quality dish!

If you’re not in the mood for crumbled sausage - mini sausage meatballs are the answer!

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Easy Crispy Chicken Wings

This recipe is my go-to when to comes to deep-fried chicken wings. It requires little to no prep, and the wings come out perfectly seasoned and crispy, every time. This makes it stress-free for a tailgate or a watch-party, because you can have plenty of wings to go around and will be done cooking in less than an hour!

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Butter Chicken with Easy Garlic Naan

Butter Chicken is one of my favourites, and I’ve been making it ever since I learned how to cook! This is a dish I love to make when I’m sick and I’m in need of a little bit of heat. The buttery garlic naan is perfect to mop up the thick and creamy sauce.

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Chunky Apple Crisp

Now that it’s fall, it is time to embrace the warm, gooey, and fruity desserts! If you have a bag of apples waiting to be used, this recipe is the absolute best.

This apple crisp is just the right amount of sweet! The bigger chunks still keep a bite after being cooked, but develop a sticky caramel coating. It’s best enjoyed with vanilla ice cream to compliment the crispy cinnamon topping.

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Smash Burgers

These burgers and perfect if you love a crispy burger instead of a thicker patty. The tangy burger sauce pairs so well with the charred onions, and fresh toppings!

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Caprese Chicken with Pesto Ravioli

This balsamic marinated chicken breast is seared and then baked off, and is topped with fresh, melty mozzarella, balsamic glaze and enjoyed with tomato confit. If you want to go the extra mile and make homemade ravioli, it truly is a show stopping, restaurant-quality dish!

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Pulled Pork on Rosemary Parmesan Buns

This was one of the best sandwiches I’ve had in a very long time. The saucy barbecue pulled pork, fresh coleslaw, and with a fluffy toasted rosemary parmesan bun, is the perfect combination. Your house will smell amazing after, and there’s very little active cooking/prep time.

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Homemade McGriddles

This copycat McGriddle recipe is perfect if you’re craving a sweet AND savoury breakfast and is pretty close to the beloved classic. I also love that it has extra protein from the cottage cheese in the batter, without making them super dense!

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Sourdough Pancakes

These pancakes are fluffy and have a little extra protein from the cottage cheese! It’s my go-to when I have active sourdough starter and want to impress my family and friends for breakfast!

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