Ful (ful mudammas or foul) is a classic vegan traditional breakfast fava bean stew that is served in many North African countries including Egypt, where this dish originated. There are many variations of ful (some use tahini instead of tomatoes) but this recipe is Somalian-inspired because it uses an aromatic […]
I don’t know about you, but I’ve never met a single person who doesn’t like donuts. I mean, how can one resist such a delectable, soft and chewy dough that literally melts in your mouth (if made right, that is) and has an unlimited variety of potential toppings and flavours?! […]
If you’re looking for a quick and easy dinner weeknight idea to come together in under 30 minutes, make these juicy and tender parmesan crusted chicken thighs made with just a few ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen pantry. These chicken thighs are SO delicious and juicy that […]
This is hands down one of the BEST cakes you will ever eat for four main reasons: firstly, it tastes incredible! Second, it has LESS sugar than most cakes out there because it has zero-calorie monk fruit sweetener instead of white sugar in the base. Third, it is GLUTEN-free! It […]
I used to eat a lot of protein cookies (Quest cookies to be precise) when I was in my 20s because it was such a convenient post-workout snack that satisfied my cookie cravings. But once I started my baking adventures in the kitchen, I realized how easy it was to […]
What’s Healthy About This Recipe This sandwich is loaded with healthy vegetables! Bell peppers (especially the red ones) are rich in vitamin C and vitamin A and are also antioxidant. Mushrooms area a good source of selenium, copper, B vitamins (B2, B3 and folate), phosphorus and selenium which prevents cell […]
Bulgur (also known as burghul) is a super versatile and nutritious grain that is made from cracked wheat which has been parboiled and dried. Bulgur is available in different textures, from fine to coarse. This is truly a staple in my household, and given its nutritional profile and health benefits, […]
Fish wraps are incredibly easy to make and are a WAY healthier alternative to the McDonald’s filet-o-fish sandwich (I can never truly understand why the American diet advocates for eating unhealthy fast food burgers that have no nutritional value and are full of calories, unhealthy fats and carbs). I know, […]
There’s nothing more appetizing than a crispy, golden brown piece of salmon that’s pan-seared to perfection with a fork tender soft interior. This super simple pan seared salmon recipe is bursting with flavour and resembles what you’d find at high end restaurant- I kid you not! The Bear keeps asking […]
These soft-and-tender inside-crispy-outside sweet potatoes are bursting with flavour and will not only change how you perceive sweet potatoes but will also have the regular potato to take a back seat (even if it’s just for a short while) in your cooking endeavours. This recipe will give you sweet potatoes […]
I love to cook food and bake treats for my Bear (hubby) using healthy ingredient alternatives. We all want to enjoy delicious, indulgent food and our guilty pleasures without compromising on our health and fitness goals, so I'm here to share with you all my recipes that allow you to do that just- eat happy and healthy, without the guilt.
