Traditional Irish Colcannon, but better! Traditional Irish food,  Corned Beef & Cabbage, Irish Stew, Soda Bread and my favourite, Colcannon!   These are at least some of the recipes that come to mind when we think of Irish food. Of course, there are many more delicious […]

Keto doesn’t have to be boring! This flavorful Keto Garlic Cauliflower mash pairs well with a wide range of beef, pork, chicken, and plant-based entrees. Plus, it comes together in under 30 minutes, so it is perfect for those busy weeknights when you want to […]

Loaded Cauliflower Casserole, all the flavour of a loaded baked potato without all the carbs and if that isn’t enough, it’s Keto compliant.  It sounds crazy, I know, but it is true.    Certain types of dairy can be enjoyed on the Keto diet and it’s all […]

This is not just ANY Garlic Cheese Bread, this is Ciabatta Garlic Bread with Gruyere.   This is the stuff dreams are made of, trust me, you want to make this recipe NOW!    The perfect accompaniment to hearty pasta dishes, such as lasagna, spaghetti and […]

If I tell the truth Stuffing or Dressing is my favourite part of any Turkey dinner.   In fact, I like it so much, we normally have 3 kinds when I’m cooking for the family. The Brooks Family Stuffing is part of my half homemade collection, […]

Instant Pot Garlic Herb Rice Pilaf, the perfect side dish for almost any grilled or roasted chicken, fish, or meat dinner, as well as being super easy to make. For this particular recipe I am sharing my Instant Pot instructions, but you can certainly make […]

Tired of plain rice?  Looking for something a little healthier than those pre-packaged rice mixes?  Greek Rice Pilaf is a great option, and one that you can actually meal prep ahead and have on hand for those nights when you forgot to plan or make […]

Fabulous Side Dishes for the Instant Pot I love utilizing my instant pot for meals, side dishes and desserts. I’ve rounded up 10 Must Make Instant Pot Side Dishes that are popular at our house, and just a little different.   When all the Fall veggies […]

Ten Make Ahead Side Dishes for Thanksgiving Preparing the Thanksgiving meal can be hectic to have prepared and on the table at a set time, no matter how well prepared you are.  To make it less stressful and still delicious using making ahead sides is […]

Holiday cooking is one of my favourite things to plan for, so many family favourite recipes to make, and the opportunity to try some new ones too, as I’m generally feeding 12-16 people. This year I put my Instant Pot to work for me,  I […]