I love me some garlic bread, don’t you? It’s the perfect accompaniment to practically any food, and now, we’re going to bring it into grilling season. Try pairing it with grilled chicken, grilled veggies, and, well – anything!


The best part? You can grill the heck out of this garlic bread, and all it’s going to do is enhance the flavor. So, here’s a fun and unique take on my tasty pick of the week:

If I’m going to eat potatoes, they have to be exciting. I need that perpetually boring root veggie to have flavour, colour, and texture – otherwise, I can’t be bothered. This doesn’t have to be a huge feat, however, I’m perfectly happy with baby potatoes roasted with olive oil, tossed in sea salt, pepper, parsley, and a little fresh squeezed lemon juice (geez, what a potato diva!). Or, these mouth watering, almost too good homemade potato chips. They’re easy to make, and even easier to eat – and of course, everyone loves potato chips, so they’re great for entertaining.

This recipe serves two, so if you’re cooking for many people you’ll have to do them in batches ahead of time. If you’re entertaining, serve with a variety of dips (Salsa, Artichoke Dip, and French Onion Dip) and some Indian Pale Ale.

Baked Potato Chips for Two

3 small red potatoes
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Garlic powder to taste (optional)

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Nestle Nescafe Dolce Gusto. All opinions are 100% mine.

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Rhubarb-Strawberry Muffins
2 cups whole wheat flour
1 tsp baking powder
3/4 tsp baking soda
¼ tsp sea salt
1 cup diced rhubarb
½ cup chopped strawberries
1/3 cup sugar
1 cup skim milk
1 heaping tbsp fat free vanilla yogurt
2 large egg whites
2 tbsp grapeseed oil
1 tsp vanilla extract

Simply said, I love pizza. Who doesn’t? I’m not talking about the kind you keep a menu in the junk drawer for, and order by number (#12, anyone?). No, no. I’m talking about real Italian pizza. For times that you want quick, authentic tasting pizza in a hurry, check out the recipe below. It’s not of the thin crust, pizza oven baked variety, but it’ll do in a pinch. Just be sure increase or decrease the ingredients to your liking.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Place pita breads on parchment lined baking sheets, and spread the crushed tomatoes evenly on the pitas. Top with ham, sliced tomatoes, bocconcini, and then basil. Drizzle with olive oil, and place in preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until cheese is thoroughly melted.

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