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Halloumi Pesto Burger Recipe From Chef’s Plate

October 20, 2020 by Kathryn 22 Comments

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It’s no secret I love to cook. The kitchen is my happy place and there’s nothing better to me than experimenting to perfect a new dish, like these Tuna Salad Deviled Eggs.

But I also have three boys, which means I usually have limited time to research and come up with new meal ideas. That’s why I’m in love with Chef’s Plate!

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The company’s recipes are absolutely mouth-watering, and for as little as $8.99 a serving, I get a box of pre-measured ingredients to cook my chosen recipes, delivered right to my door! [Read more…]

Filed Under: Main Dishes, Recipes Tagged With: burger recipes, cheese recipe, unique burger recipes

Easy Instant Pot (or Crockpot) Ground Pork Casserole

April 10, 2018 by Kathryn 20 Comments

In our search for the best weekday meals, my husband and I find ourselves craving new and different dishes that break us out of the routine of chicken, fish and beef. That’s why we’ve recently become big fans of an unsung hero of weekday dinners…ground pork!

Affordable, versatile and delicious, there are so many ways of using ground pork for dinner. And right now, this easy Instant Pot Ground Pork Casserole is a favourite.

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Slow Cooker Taco Casserole – Quick, Easy and Delicious

February 27, 2018 by Kathryn 38 Comments

If there’s one meal that my family loves, it’s tacos. And even though tacos are hailed as being an easy meal choice…well darn, they’re just not. First, there’s preparing the beef. Then the endless task of chopping the vegetables and scooping the sauces begins. And then, finally, kids and adults alike can prepare their tacos.

But the work doesn’t end there. Because now, after supper ends, parents get to clean up the toppings that have inevitably spilled onto the floor. Broken taco shells, shredded lettuce, splatters of salsa…there has to be a better way!

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Well luckily for taco lovers everywhere, there is! Say hello to your weekday saviour, a meal everyone in the family will rave about…

Slow Cooker Taco Casserole!

My husband was the creator of this delectable delight and if you’ve been searching for a family-pleasing favourite, look no further. Whether you’re using a slow cooker or an Instant Pot, this meal will whip up in a flash.

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Now let’s talk toppings. They can be as simple or as complex as your family desires. In our househohld, all the traditional taco toppings make an apprearance. But my personal favourites are avocado, cilantro and even more shredded cheese. There can never, ever be enough shredded cheese.

So no matter how you like your tacos, or how easy you think a taco dinner is already, you need to try this casserole. It will redefine Taco Tuesday in your house!

Taco Casserole

Slow Cooker Taco Casserole

Yield: 6 people
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes

A rich and savoury taco blend that can be made in either a slow cooker or a pressure cooker. Perfect for a quick weekday meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 red pepper, diced
  • 1 green pepper, diced
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 3 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 can tomato sauce
  • 1 pkg taco seasoning
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup Spanish rice, cooked
  • Avocado, cilantro, crushed tortilla chips, additional shredded cheese, if desired

Instructions

  1. Brown ground beef in slow cooker. (If slow cooker doesn’t have browning setting, use skillet.)
  2. Add onions and peppers and let saute until vetgetables are soft.
  3. Add broth, tomatoes, sauce and taco seasoning.
  4. Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-8 hours. If using pressure cooker,  set for 10 lbs of pressure and cook for 20 minutes.
  5. Stir in shredded cheese.
  6. Add cooked rice to bowls. Top with taco casserole. Garnish with additional toppings as desired.

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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 6 people
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 447Total Fat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 91mgSodium: 939mgCarbohydrates: 21gFiber: 5gSugar: 7gProtein: 30g
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Cuisine: Mexican / Category: Main Course

Easy and Delicious Slow Cooker Taco Casserole! Perfect for a busy weekday, and can also be made in an Instant Pot!

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Easy Glazed Maple Mustard Salmon Recipe is Perfect for Summer

August 8, 2017 by Kathryn 35 Comments

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I’ve always thought of mustard as a bit of a magical ingredient. Just a small amount turns an ordinary food into something extra special, whether I’m adding classic Heinz Yellow Mustard to a hot dog or putting a half-teaspoon of mustard powder into my egg salad sandwich filling.

But my favourite variety of mustard, both as a cooking ingredient and a condiment, is Dijon mustard. And new Heinz Dijon Mustard delivers delicious Dijon flavour in a convenient squeeze bottle that’s perfect for summer cooking.

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Since our newest addition, Baby Cormac, joined the family five days ago, I don’t have the time or the energy to cook up anything too elaborate at the moment. But the great thing about Heinz Dijon Mustard is that it adds gourmet flavour to food without a lot of work! And my simple Maple Mustard Salmon recipe is the perfect example of that! [Read more…]

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Easy Spicy Baked Chicken Parmesan Recipe Makes a Quick Hearty Dinner on a Busy Day

September 21, 2016 by Kathryn 29 Comments

September is always a busy month for our family, but that’s never been more true than it is this year! Putting the boys in a new school in a new city, preparing for a work transfer and a house purchase and, to top it all off, we’re all flying to Ontario in less than a week as Jeremy and I get married and take our honeymoon!

Needless to say, there’s lots to do and limited time to do it. And that means easy, hearty and delicious dinners are a priority for me more than ever before.

spicy baked chicken parmesan

Luckily, Kraft Canada came to my rescue this fall with two new Classico pasta sauces that combine gourmet flavour with heat-and-eat convenience. New Classico di Bologna Bolognese Pasta Sauce boasts tender pork and beef in a flavourful tomato sauce. And Classico Di Molise Spicy Tomato & Parmesan Cream Pasta Sauce combines spicy red pepper, tomato and real parmesan cheese for a rich and creamy sauce choice.

I decided to use one of the sauces to whip up a delicious dinner and since we all love chicken, I put my own kid-friendly twist on Spicy Tomato-Chicken Parmesan. With just four ingredients and thirty minutes, I created an oven-baked dinner the whole family loved: Spicy Baked Chicken Parmesan Casserole! [Read more…]

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