Easy Tofu Lasagna Recipe
Even if you have never cooked with tofu before, do not fear, Cat is here to help with an EASY recipe anyone can make! This is a recipe I invented yesterday…it was really quick to do and it has only...
View ArticleCreamed Peas Recipe
Today’s post is all about comfort foods! You know the ones – Mom always made them for you, and you still find comfort in the very thought of them? Mac n’ Cheese, Mom’s Meatloaf, Turkey Stew…ah, now...
View ArticleBarbequed Parsnips Recipe
This recipe was entered into my recipe contest by Kathy and Carol. It was an *almost* winner – it sounds great (even though, I must admit I have never even tried parsnips) but when I do, this is the...
View ArticleRoasted Asparagus
…and speaking of vegetables, this is another quick and good way to cook em’! Roasting veggies doesn’t remove as much of the good nutrients that boiling does, and they taste great done this way – such a...
View ArticleColourful White Wine Curry Sauce
Colourful White Wine Curry Sauce : From Robin-Lee Pereda This recipe is from Robin-Lee! Another *must-try* contest submission! “This one I traditionally do as a vegetarian dish, with egg rolls or...
View ArticleSweet Potato and Chick Peas Curry
In an effort to eat more vegetarian meals after our 4-year-old recently declared he does *not* eat meat, I am experimenting in the kitchen today, and currently making a sweet potato and chick pea...
View ArticleTofu in Asian Sesame Dressing
Two words for you: Two Ingredients! Two more words for you: Yum-Yum! I seem to be on a real veggie kick this week, so why not run with it? Here is a simple recipe for tofu, that can be a meat...
View ArticleRoasted Veggies in a Pita
When we went to the Rainforest Cafe in Toronto to celebrate our daughter’s 3rd birthday, I had the “plant sandwich.” It was roasted portobello mushrooms in a wrap with lettuce and sauce. I thought it...
View ArticleCurried Rice Recipe
Curried Rice Recipe 1 TBSP oil 1 cup mushrooms, sliced 2 onions, chopped 1/2 red pepper, chopped 1/2 green pepper, chopped 1 cup Basmati rice 1 1/2 tsp curry powder 1/2 tsp salt raisins & toasted...
View ArticlePierogi Recipe
There are about as many variations on making pierogi as there are people who love them, and homemade pierogi are so much better than and store bought variety. So tomorrow, I am going to embark on the...
View ArticleGarlic and Parmesan Mashed Potatoes
So, I didn’t get the pierogies done today as planned – I know, my bad! I was thoroughly enjoying an afternoon to myself. I made jewelry, went for a long walk, and just enjoyed some quality time with...
View ArticleWinning Recipe – Spinach Patties
As promised, here is the first place recipe submission and photo from the Cat Can Cook Recipe Contest. I will continue to post these over the next few weeks, and make the recipes as I go SPINACH...
View ArticleBaked Vegan Nut Loaf
I’ve been doing a lot of reading and research lately following my childrens’ decision to be vegetarians. After recently learning what meat is my two little animal-lovers were devastated. So, faced with...
View ArticleCheesy Garlic Whipped Potatoes with Parsley
As delicious as it is easy, this recipe for fancy mashed potatoes is a healthy alternative to the buttery ones we all love – but I promise you won’t even miss the butter in this fabulous side dish....
View ArticlePotato Latkes
We had a delightful dinner with friends this evening. Under her watchful eye and expert guidance, my friend Jenn and I prepared Matzo Ball Soup and Potato Latkes. Both were absolutely delicious, and...
View ArticleEasy Felafel Recipe
Full of fibre, folic acid, iron, maganese and protein, chickpeas are the main ingredient in this simple dish. They are also a very low fat complete protein food, which makes them all that much more...
View ArticleDelicious Summer Spaghetti with Basil Pesto
I love tomatos – especially at this time of the year when they are abundant and beautifully fresh. This delicious summer spaghetti is so flavourful. Play with fresh herb combinations to personalize it...
View ArticleVegetarian Pho Soup
The delicious and fragrant flavours in this vegetarian soup were created from some of my favorite backyard plants – every year I enjoy my beautiful gardens where I grow parsley, rosemary, thyme,...
View ArticlePasta e Ceci Recipe
I love to try new things in the kitchen. New flavours, and food textures as well as fun combinations. It’s always great to taste new and exciting foods, especially when they are made up of ingredients...
View ArticleGarlic Roasted Potatoes
Can you say yum? Oh yeah – these are pretty good all right! The perfect side dish to go with ham, chicken or practically any main dish. Lightly crispy on the outside but a soft and fluffy inside....
View ArticleRoasted Red Pepper Hummus
Yummus to hummus! I’m not sure if it’s the garlic, the smooth texture, the dipping factor or what exactly I love the best about it, but it is one of my favourite snacks and for good reason – it’s...
View ArticleFresh Summer Chickpeas Salad
Even though it’s not summer outside, you can still make this delicious and flavourful summery salad! It’s healthy, high in fibre and and light tasting, so make it and let your taste buds delight! Fresh...
View ArticleDelicious 5-Minute Lentil Soup
Lentils are so easy to use and so delicious. They are also really good for you. This simple soup literally takes about 5 minutes to whip together, and then about an hour to cook. It’s completely...
View ArticleEasy Grilled Bruschetta
This is the ultimate summer recipe – and it can be cooked right on your grill! It’s fresh, flavourful and super easy to prepare. Easy Grilled Brushetta 3 tomatoes, diced 1/2 sweet onion, finely diced 2...
View ArticleThree Ingredient Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Just look at the colour of this sauce! It’s so beautiful, colourful and tastes completely fresh and amazing – and guess what? It only has three ingredients. How easy is that? I served it tonight over...
View ArticleAsian Spaghetti Salad
I really wanted something fresh and summery for dinner tonight, after time at the cottage and far to much barbecued and processed food for the past few days. So, I came up with this delightful...
View ArticleFresh Basil Pesto
This is the perfect season to make your own fresh basil pesto. Pesto is a versitile and delicious sauce that can be added to pastas, soups or served with fresh bread or crackers. Today at the farmers...
View ArticlePad Thai
I LOVE Pad Thai! It is hands-down one of my top three favourite dishes, because it’s fresh, easy and my kids will eat it. I love to experiment with my recipes and play with my food (it’s okay, my Mom...
View ArticleMore AMAZING Black Bean Burgers
I was up visiting my parents today, and when it came time to prepare lunch, my Mom had an idea to try out a new veggie recipe she’d found. So we took a pretty basic Black Bean Burger recipe, and made...
View ArticleButter Chickpeas with Potatoes
Since going back to the veggie life-style, I have been searching for more ways to eat the foods I love with a veggie twist on some of my formerly favourite recipes. Today I made one of my all-time...
View ArticleMushroom & TVP Lasagna
My goodness – it’s been AGES since I last posted. It’s one of those “life got in the way of life” type-things – I guess in honesty, we all do it. Family, work, busy schedules…etc. Sometimes it adds up....
View ArticleSpinach, Mushroom & Parmesan Frittata
Our largest hen Ruby (affectionately known as “Big Bird”) strolling by When we got our backyard chickens last spring, we had no idea how lovely they would be, or how much we would fall in love with...
View ArticlePortobello-Swiss Mushroom Burgers
I need to apologize to my awesome CCC Fans. Why? Because I haven’t posted here in seven months. Would you believe me if I told you – life’s been busy? Two kids, a house full of pets a backyard full of...
View ArticleSimple Mushroom Soup Recipe
Have you ever wanted to make homemade Mushroom Soup, but shied away from it because you thought it would be difficult? Well, fear not good foodies – I am here to help with another easy recipe that...
View ArticleEasy Vegetarian Quiche
Yes, I *can* make pastry. Really. But it’s so fiddly and time consuming. The clean-up afterwards involves scraping vast amounts of flour off kitchen surfaces. Ain’t no one got time for that! I love to...
View ArticleVegan Mac & Cheese
Say what? I must admit, whenever I see a recipe that I make a lot, I am skeptical as to whether someone else’s version of the recipe will be as good as mine, especially when it’s made vegan. I’ve been...
View ArticleLentil Soup
It’s been ages you guys – I know, my bad. Work, businesses and homeschooling my son are certainly keeping our household busy 🙂 Anyhow, it’s a snowy day in Southern Ontario, and perfect weather for a...
View ArticleBook #2 is REALLY HAPPENING!
Book #2 will be out THIS OCTOBER you guys! I cannot believe what a strict deadline I’ve given myself, but it’s finally happening after years of procrastinating. This book will be a fusion of Book #1,...
View ArticleIn the home stretch!
Hi guys! I am pleased to report that things with Book #2 are coming along well, and we are on target for an October launch! Yahoo! I will continue to update as well go, but for now the best place to...
View ArticleBooks on MONDAY!
How can it be a month since I last updated here? Honestly, the older I get the faster time seems to go. Well, I am posting this evening because I have exciting news to share! My brand new cookbook “Cat...
View ArticleAwesome Banana Muffin Recipe
These are by far the EASIEST and BEST Banana Muffins I have ever tasted! Even if you think you can’t cook, they are 100% “fool-proof” which makes them all that much better! With only 8 ingredients...
View ArticleCat Can Cook Vegetarian
You have no idea how excited I am! My second cookbook (the new and improved Cat Can Cook Vegetarian) is ready. This one features 150 recipes, 174 pages, full colour with photos … it’s amazing! I have...
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