Cooking and Convos

Three simple side dishes that are packed with flavor and ease. Perfect for the summer when you want to be out and about and not spending a ton of time in the kitchen. Recipes are below:

Corn Salad with Cilantro

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1D2ZgAIEUFdhO8tnwANkcRIAIlHTyF6DA/view

Tomato Caprese

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ua8GIt6O8Csi9mwRGXKSMwcRqlJBbhOH/view

Roasted Asparagus with Sprinkled Parmesan Cheese

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uIEWq9kVP0i9fxQp_RfppC_ZriV0NCfV/view

Enjoy:)

Summer is here and I wanted to re-share two super delicious, easy-to-prepare seafood dishes that are sure to be keepers in your recipe box. They're both favorites of mine and hope they'll become favorites of yours !! Summer should be a simple time for everyone and these dishes are no exception to that rule.

Enjoy :)

If you like feta cheese, you'll love this super simple Feta Sauce Pasta that takes only 5 minutes to prepare before putting it in the oven to bake. Serve it with your favorite pasta and a salad and voilá, you have a super tasty meal, that doesn't have you spending a ton of time in the kitchen.

Enjoy :).

DM me if you'd like the recipe or would like to connect on cooking:

https://www.instagram.com/cookingandconvospodcast/

You won't want to miss my super tasty convo with Chef Joe Gatto - culinary instructor, personal chef and host of Pluto TV's food series 'From Scratch'. Joe has also written a yummy cookbook 'Seriously from Scratch'.

In this episode, chef Joe talks about his approach to cooking from scratch and explains that it doesn't take as long as you think ! His young children even make tortillas from scratch. Wow ! Joe has such a wonderful way of teaching people how to cook, and in an accessible way. Plus, he's a lot of fun too. I asked about his secret to a super delicious cheeseburger and his answer might surprise you !

He's an energetic, rising star in the culinary world and I'm confident he'll be on the Food Network in no time !

To find out more about chef Joe, or if you'd like to follow him on Instagram, click on the link below:

https://www.instagram.com/chefjoegatto/?hl=en

This episode is a guide to help prepare your pantry and spice cabinet, so you can be well equipped to get cooking ! I share what I always have on hand, which has helped me through numerous meals. Here's to getting organized in your kitchen for the Spring !

Enjoy.

Today's episode is a slight departure from cooking but it's a great convo you won't want to miss. I'm featuring home organizer and license massaged therapist, Kira Rodenbush, who's also the host of the podcast 'What's Up With Your Stuff'.

Kira examines the clutter in our homes and how it relates to our sense of well being. She shares how the two are connected, even though we may not be aware of it. It's a fascinating dive into our stuff and why we store so much of it in our homes.

To reach out to Kira on Instagram, open the link below:

https://www.instagram.com/kirarodenbush/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/625330825260625/?notif_t=groups_preview_invite¬if_id=1640973846498445&ref=notif

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/whats-up-with-your-stuff-conversations-on-the/id1596381941

Do you run into those nights when you just don't feel like cooking? If so, then this is the episode for you !

I suggest five different simple meal ideas for those times when you want something quick and easy but also want to clean out your fridge at the same time.

Enjoy !

Today's episode will be a bit different than the others. Robin Glickstein, the host of the MindFULL Conversations podcast is featuring me as her guest. We talk all things kitchen and food and it was a lot of fun !

She has a wonderful podcast that I think you'll enjoy. Check it out here: https://open.spotify.com/show/1oDBlD3EbifcmSpBm7SE9U .

I'll also be featuring Robin as my guest in the late Spring, so stay tuned for that !

I hope you enjoy the show :).

When you're in a cooking slump, try these six easy rotisserie chicken meal ideas.  When I say rotisserie chicken, I'm referring to the pre-made roast chickens you can find in the grocery store, near the deli counter.  Saves so much time in the kitchen and there are just so many different kinds of meals you can make, the options are endless !  

I offer six super tasty meals ideas I think you'll enjoy and so will the kiddos  !  

Link to Pillsbury's Chicken Pot Pie recipe I use is below:

https://www.pillsbury.com/recipes/classic-chicken-pot-pie/1401d418-ac0b-4b50-ad09-c6f1243fb992

Join me in my convo with Lesley Taylor, host of the 'No Recipe Required' podcast.  Lesley comes back to the show to share some wonderful kitchen tips and tasty recipes.  She offers her recommendations on wine and also suggests how to select the right wine for you.  You won't want to miss this yummy conversation.

Listen to her podcast 'No Recipe Required' on Apple, Spotify and Google Podcasts:

https://open.spotify.com/show/1liAM6VIrPeXtESykTKP3n

To get in contact with Lesley, you can follow her on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/noreciperequired.ca/

Join her FB group 'No Recipe Required Challenge' below.  I'm a member and it's a lot of fun !

https://www.facebook.com/groups/956452831576049

If you'd like to connect with her, write: [email protected].

The cookbook Lesley discusses is 'Eat, Cook, Repeat' by Nigella Lawson. To find out more about Nigella, you can go to her website at: https://www.nigella.com/.

If you'd like to reach out to me directly, feel free to DM on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cookingandconvospodcast/