Grill & Smoke
Weeknight Sausage and Rice Stuffed Peppers
I wouldn't blame you for thinking that stuffed peppers are the kind of thing that takes all day to make. I mean, they seem like they should take a long time. Honestly, some versions do. But not this one. Today, I will show you how to make Sausage and Rice Stuffed...
Caramelized Pear and Blue Cheese Tarts
Last week I shared My Mom's Cheese Ball Recipe, and it got me thinking that it would probably be a good idea to share some other holiday or Christmas hors d'oeuvre recipes. So, for the next few Fridays until Christmas, I am going to do exactly that. This week I will...
Homemade Gluten-Free Mongolian Beef In Minutes
Experience the mouth-watering flavour of Gluten-Free Mongolian Beef in the comfort of your own home. The final recipe in my Gluten-Free Chinese Food Series will show you how to make a delicious and gluten-free version of this dish in minutes. Featuring tender beef...
Classic Nova Scotia Fish Chowder Recipe
Nova Scotia Fish Chowder holds a special place in my heart because of a childhood memory that has stayed with me for nearly two decades. When I was younger, my father would take my sisters and I to his work Christmas party, and the one thing that stood out to me the...
My Mom’s Christmas Cheese Ball Recipe
Anyone who has lost someone knows how hard the holidays can be. It doesn't matter how much time has passed; there's always going to be a bit of sadness. My mom passed away almost eight years ago, and though it is easier, it is never easy. A long time ago, my mom,...
Homemade Egg Rolls and Plum Sauce From Scratch {Gluten Free}
I miss many things from back when I could eat gluten or didn't know that I couldn't be more accurate. Egg Rolls are near the top of that list. Crisp pastry wrapped around a delicious filling, deep-fried and dipped in plum sauce. What's better than that? In all...
Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken Breast Stuffed with Spinach and Goat Cheese
For whatever reason, boneless, skinless chicken breast is one of Canada's most popular meats or poultry cuts. Personally, I'm not really a fan. I find that chicken breast is often bland and dry becasue it's been overcooked. It doesn't have to be either of those...
20 Christmas Gifts Under $20 For The Foodie In Your Life
It can be hard to figure out what Christmas gifts to get that foodie on your Christmas list. They've probably already got at least one drawer full of little gadgets and tools that they never use (cherry pitter anyone?). But, luckily for you, I've taken the time to put...
Make Take-Out Style Fried Rice at Home
Fried rice is a beloved Chinese takeout dish that is equally satisfying to make and eat at home. As a fan of this tasty dish, I have previously shared tips on making perfect fried rice at home and shared a recipe for pork fried rice in 30 minutes or less. However, I...
5 Simple Pasta Dishes You Need To Make Right Now
Last night as I sat with my family eating a big bowl of Spaghetti Aglio e Olio (garlic and oil), I thought about why more people don't eat like this. By this, I mean a few good ingredients cooked together to make something magical. It can't be because of time...
How To Make Polenta – Your New Favourite Side Dish
Polenta is creamy, buttery, cheesy, and oh so delicious. It also happens to be very simple to make. If you can boil water and stir, you can make polenta. But why should you? You should make polenta not only becasue it is delicious but because it makes a great side...
How To Make Chinese Lemon Chicken At Home
Chinese-Style Lemon Chicken is crispy bits of fried chicken in a lemon sweet and sour sauce. And yes, it is exactly as good as it sounds. For those who have been following the whole Homemade Chinese Take-Out Series here on Chef's Notes, parts of this recipe will seem...
A Classic Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe To Get You Through The Winter
With cold weather and storms on the horizon, I think it is fair to say that we could all use a little comfort right now. What's more comforting than a big bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup? Today, I will share my Classic Chicken Noodle Soup recipe with you to...
Quick and Easy Baileys Chocolate Fondue
Indulge in the decadent and irresistible treat of a Chocolate Fondue with this easy recipe. As the third and final installment of the Chef's Notes Fondue Series, the Chocolate Fondue is a fan favourite and the perfect sweet finish to a delicious Cheese Fondue or Oil...
What a Chef Feeds His One-Year-Old Son – Chef-Crafted Baby Food
When my wife and I found out we were going to have a baby we knew straight away that we were going to make our own baby food. There was no question that our baby would never eat any store-bought baby snacks, jarred food, or any of that garbage. In all honesty, that...
Oil Fondue: Fun and Delicious for All
Oil fondue is a delicious and interactive way to enjoy a meal with friends and family. In this post, we'll go over everything you need to know to enjoy oil fondue deliciously, including choosing the right oil, maintaining the proper oil temperature, selecting the best...
Gluten-Free Szechuan Beef -Better Than Takeout
Szechuan Beef is a dish that is often considered very spicy and comes in many different forms. Today I will share a Gluten-Free Szechuan Beef recipe that is guaranteed to please anyone and everyone. Okay, maybe not everyone. It is the internet, after all. But I...
My Five Favourite Cold Weather Chicken Meals
Let's be honest, chicken is great at any time of year, but some specific chicken dishes are best suited to colder weather. Today, I am going to share with you my five favourite cold weather chicken meals. Some of these you've probably had, others you may never have...
Cheese Fondue – Best Cheese To Use, Other Ingredients and More
After reading this post, the only question you'll have about cheese fondue is, why aren't you eating it right now? Before jumping into cheese fondue, this post will talk briefly about what fondue is generally and the different types, such as oil and chocolate. Then,...
BBQ Pork Chow Mein – Just Like Take-Out
Continuing with the Chef's Notes Homemade Chinese Take-Out Series (that's a bit of a mouthful), today we will be looking at how to make delicious BBQ Pork Chow Mein. If you love noodles stir-fried with vegetables and tender pieces of pork, then this is for you. Chow...
