To you, this may just look like a great big bowl o’ tomatoes. And you may not be completely wrong but I want you to know that this family takes their Tomato Salads verrrry serious around here. It starts with the unwritten rule: If you have a garden (which you probably do if you’re an […]
Meatless Mains
LENTIL SOUP AKA “LENTICCHIE”
This quick and simple Lentil soup is so nourishing, comforting and delicious! It’s the perfect soup for cold days to keep you cozy all Winter long! Lentil Soup (which we only ever called “Lenticchie”) was on repeat in our household growing up. And shamefully, as a kid or teenager that God forbid couldn’t be caught […]
ITALIAN STUFFED ARTICHOKES AKA “CARCIOFOLI”
My mama was the head everything in our household. She was the breadwinner, the cleaner, the grocery shopper, the meal planner and most importantly, the cook! She (thankfully) often cooked what she grew up eating, things my Nonna taught her and things she’s successfully tried hard to keep in the family. Therefore, we may have […]
SWISS CHARD ROLL (FAMILY RECIPE)
Simple ingredients with the perfect balance of flavours, this Swiss Chard Roll is a family favourite recipe we don’t go a swiss chard season without making. It’s fresh, fun to put together and is perfect for snacking or serving at gatherings. Let our tradition be yours! Alright. Alright. So, you’ve probably had at least one […]
MILLET BURGERS WITH SPINACH AND ARTICHOKES (LOW FODMAP)
Y’all already know that Spinach and Artichoke just go hand and hand, amirite? So, does it really even matter what we pair ’em with? These Low FODMAP Spinach and Artichoke Millet Burgers just make the Low FODMAP Diet seem quite allllright. They can be sandwiched between your favourite bread and loaded with all the toppings. […]
PASTA BAKE WITH CREAM CHEESE
This Pasta Bake is Nonna (and Andrea!) approved! I don’t take my pasta lightly. It really took me yeeeears to ever, ever order anything Italian related, let alone Pasta (a dish very near and dear to this family’s heart) while out at a restaurant, even if it was an Italian place. I just knew it […]
FRENCH ONION SOUP (FOR THOSE WHO DON’T EVEN LIKE ONIONS)
Ooey, gooey cheesy goodness, this French Onion Soup is as classic as it gets and could not be any simpler to make! It’s always been a true favourite in our house and I know this easy recipe will be a family favourite in yours, too! French Onion Soup was a staple in the Lagana family […]
SCALLOPED SWEET POTATOES (VEGAN)
We all know and love a good ol’ plate of scalloped potatoes. But have you had VEGAN Scalloped Sweet Potatoes? YES! I said Vegan. HOW THESE SCALLOPED SWEET POTATOES CAME ABOUT It’s been a fun few nights deciding what’s for dinner with a random array of groceries I managed to shove into my cart the […]
VEGAN SHEPHERD’S PIE (WHITE BEAN, YO)
This delicious Vegan Shepherd’s Pie is a twist on the classic. Packed and loaded with alllllll the veggies and topped with the creamiest mashed potatoes, it’s a guaranteed hit all across the board! WHAT MAKES A GOOD SHEPHERD’S PIE? In my humble opinion, a good shepherd’s pie is allllll in the potatoes. You could use […]