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French Onion Soup with Giant Brie Croutons

Jennifer Pallian — Fri, 24 Feb 2017 17:10:52 GMT

French onion soup is a classic for a reason. Sweet caramelized onions meet a deeply savoury beef broth under a giant, cheesy crouton. It's so simple, so hearty, so delicious.I partnered with the fine Quebec cheesemakers at Alexis de Portneuf to bring you this recipe, and I swapped ...

Samosa potatoes

Jennifer Pallian — Sun, 19 Feb 2017 17:14:05 GMT

I have to begin today with an anecdote. One day before Christmas, I called my sister on FaceTime. She happened to be out shopping at the mall, so she cloistered herself in a corner of some store filled with grandma sweaters. She was whispering and looking around anxiously, obviously ...

Roasted Grape & Camembert Crostini

Jennifer Pallian — Fri, 17 Feb 2017 22:26:30 GMT

My love affair with really good cheese began when I was an exchange student in Belgium, where I took it as my grave duty to sample every variety the country had to offer. My host family made it easy, as they enjoyed delicious cheeses nearly every day, for either breakfast, lunch, ...

Coconut Shrimp Laksa

Jennifer Pallian — Fri, 10 Feb 2017 03:24:49 GMT

I have been meaning to share this recipe with you for eons. Or at least since 5 weeks ago, according to Instagram. Where does the time go? I do know where it's gone, actually. I have been doing more photography projects since the new year, so most of my dedicated work time has been ...

Easy chocolate mousse in the blender

Jennifer Pallian — Fri, 03 Feb 2017 02:00:00 GMT

I am so excited to share this easy chocolate mousse with you today in time for Valentine's day. I've been testing the recipe all week. At one point, when I opened my fridge to discover remnants of various batches in everything from ramekins to wine glasses, it dawned on me that I've come ...

Happy January

Jennifer Pallian — Fri, 27 Jan 2017 00:06:24 GMT

As you might have guessed, I'm having a particularly reflective January. Last year was a significant one for me. It started with a new baby added to our little family and was filled with wonderful, sweet moments. Also, absolute chaos. And in the whirlwind, I got more accomplished work-wise than in ...

Chocolate Pudding Cake

Jennifer Pallian — Wed, 25 Jan 2017 05:45:01 GMT

Hi, guys! Chocolate pudding cake!!! And this is going to be a quickie. I'm running out the door to my book club. (We read Today Will Be Different by Maria Semple - we all really loved her last book, Where'd You Go, Bernadette, but I didn't like this one as much.) The thing I love most ...

Tandoori Fried Chicken

Jennifer Pallian — Sat, 21 Jan 2017 05:04:08 GMT

Happy FRYday, friends! Although I'm writing this so late from the west coast that it will surely be Saturday before you read it. In the spirit of doing things more quickly and confidently (really, I guess that just translates to more efficiently), I'm writing you a quick hello before I sink ...

Vanilla Pear Crisp with Custard Sauce

Jennifer Pallian — Wed, 18 Jan 2017 22:48:54 GMT

In the summer, I eat fruit all day long. I'm a farmer's market hoarder. I buy more peaches, berries and plums than I can carry. But in the winter, I'm hard-pressed to squeeze in four bites a week. Raw, acidic fruit does absolutely nothing for me when it's cold outside. Right now ...

Grapefruit Yogurt Muffins

Jennifer Pallian — Mon, 16 Jan 2017 23:10:20 GMT

These yogurt muffin might be imposters. They were definitely muffins before I glazed them, but now (by reasonable standards of breakfast) they've maybe tipped over into cupcake territory. However I'm going to stand by my naming decision because I've been enjoying one with my morning ...

Fish and Kale in Tahini Sauce with crispy shallots

Jennifer Pallian — Tue, 10 Jan 2017 20:45:40 GMT

This fish dinner was one of my favourite things I've made recently. The sauce is just tahini, garlic and lemon juice, the haddock takes just a quick sear in a hot pan, and wilted kale sops up the creamy liquid. Fried shallots and crunchy toasted pine nuts totally guild the lily.We were talking ...

Carrot Cake Slow-Cooker Steel-Cut Oats

Jennifer Pallian — Fri, 06 Jan 2017 04:57:01 GMT

Well, 2017 rolled around quickly for me. Didn't it for us all? I know they say time goes faster as you get older. But man. I am not a big resolution person, but I do like honour a new year by reflecting on the one that passed, and thinking about how I can live with intention for the ...

Maple Yeasted Sugar Pie (Belgian Tarte au Sucre)

Jennifer Pallian — Sun, 01 Jan 2017 23:40:04 GMT

Happy New Year! Can I just start with a thank you? Thank you all for being part of this space in 2016. For bringing my recipes to your tables to feed your hungers and your loved ones, for all the comments and encouragement, and for your kindness and community in pinning and sharing my blog ...

Baked Crab Dip

Jennifer Pallian — Sun, 18 Dec 2016 02:16:41 GMT

Don't eat butt muffins.I went Christmas shopping with my friend Sarah this week, and I bought the kids a muffin to share in their stroller to keep them busy. Then I abandoned her with them to hunt for toys. (She's my sister-friend, you know, the kind you can be like, wanna come over for wine? ...

Christmas Sangria

Jennifer Pallian — Fri, 16 Dec 2016 14:00:00 GMT

I'm going to be bold and say that Christmas Sangria is possibly the perfect holiday party beverage. Everyone loves it, it's super pretty and festive, and it serves a crowd. The real bonus is that you make it well in advance so no one is struggling to play bartender while ...

Christmas Gingerbread Stars

Jennifer Pallian — Tue, 13 Dec 2016 08:00:00 GMT

A couple of weeks ago I had my 3-year-old son Theo's best friend William and his mom (my friend) Heather over to decorate gingerbread men. I made four pounds of dough. In case you don't know, that is waaaaay too much dough to expect a pair of preschoolers to roll, cut, bake and decorate. ...

Fudgy Mint Brownies with Peppermint Frosting and Chocolate Ganache

Jennifer Pallian — Sun, 11 Dec 2016 14:00:00 GMT

Guys, I love these brownies HARD. I love chocolate. I love mint. I LOVE CHOCOLATE MINT. Just in case you weren't understanding my enthusiasm, I went with all caps. I think it was a good choice. In fact, I like them so much that I made a very similar peppermint brownie recipe two ...

Rosemary-Grapefruit Gin Fizz

Jennifer Pallian — Thu, 08 Dec 2016 19:26:29 GMT

This grapefruit cocktail is made with a homemade rosemary syrup. It's bitter, sweet, a bit sour - really nicely balanced. I used gin, because I really love the herbal flavour, but if you like something more neutral, you could swap in vodka. I love cocktails, and I'm a bit obsessed ...

Homemade Peppermint Bark + beautiful personalized christmas gifts

Jennifer Pallian — Sat, 03 Dec 2016 14:00:00 GMT

See all of these pretty presents?! I MADE them. Except I didn't really. I doodled designs and then uploaded them to Shutterfly to make beautiful personalized gifts for people I love! And I gilded the lily by throwing in the most delicious homemade Christmas candy. Best part? Both are super quick ...

Authentic Homemade Indian Chai

Jennifer Pallian — Tue, 29 Nov 2016 08:00:00 GMT

It's been so chilly in the Pacific Northwest lately (by my pansy, poor-excuse-for-a-Canadian standards). My hands are dry, my face is chapped, and I've been wearing my toque indoors all day. Brr. I think it's because it's been so damp. It's a different cold from the (actual) ...

Gingerbread Pancakes

Jennifer Pallian — Sat, 26 Nov 2016 14:00:00 GMT

These fluffy gingerbread pancakes are like your favourite Christmas cookies, but in breakfast format. (#YAY) They're sweetened with molasses, and generously spiced with ginger and cinnamon. I've been waking up really early lately. Early enough to make a breakfast that isn't just ...

Leftover Turkey Pot Pie

Jennifer Pallian — Wed, 23 Nov 2016 17:12:04 GMT

I've been thinking a lot about the holidays and family and what it all means to me now that I'm 31, living with my own little family of a husband and two boys, in a city literally four thousand miles away from any relatives. My husband's family is scattered even further across the globe, ...

Pear, Bacon, Crispy Brussels Sprouts & Blue Cheese Pizza

Jennifer Pallian — Sat, 19 Nov 2016 15:50:44 GMT

Good morning, world! I know it won't probably be morning (or quite-so-early morning by the time you read this). I'm writing this at 6 am on a Saturday, and I feel like I'm the only one awake it the city. It's actually strange to have such quiet, because we have a very full apartment.My friend ...

Crack Sprouts, a.k.a. the crispiest candied brussels sprouts with bacon and maple syrup

Jennifer Pallian — Tue, 15 Nov 2016 14:00:00 GMT

Are you all obsessing over your holiday menus already? Because these candied brussels sprouts should be on them. I have made this recipe five times (FIVE TIMES) in the past few weeks, each time not getting a photo because they were gobbled up too quickly. By me. And also, it's not easy ...

Sweet Potato Cupcakes with Toasted Marshmallow Frosting

Jennifer Pallian — Fri, 11 Nov 2016 14:00:00 GMT

American friends, did you know you CRASHED the Canadian immigration website on election night? That might be funny if this situation wasn't so horribly, horribly un-funny. I was watching along right there with you, on the edge of seat, fingernails chewed to the quick, and I, too, woke up, ...

Spiced Parsnip Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

Jennifer Pallian — Wed, 09 Nov 2016 19:37:41 GMT

Ok, this is turning into a cupcake-heavy week so far. Are you alright with that? Do you want to eat your feelings with me? These are the delicious Parsnip Cupcakes I promised I'd share from Martha Stewart's Vegetables, the wonderful cookbook I recently reviewed and have been ...

Chicken Fajitas

Jennifer Pallian — Mon, 07 Nov 2016 23:05:52 GMT

Guys, today I bring you my fajitas - a recipe I made like once every two weeks and always mean to share, but never wind up photographing. But first, let me tell that whoever invented daylight savings time should be given a toddler and a punch in the face. Instead of waking up in sunlight, ...

Raspberry Mousse Squares

Jennifer Pallian — Thu, 03 Nov 2016 21:02:28 GMT

Well, November is upon us. Which means it is officially ok to start obsessing over cozy fires, bourbon cocktails, wool sweaters, and Tony Bennett. And it's perfectly acceptable (encouraged, really) to start dreaming up holiday menus (or, you know, just fantasizing about all the ...

Martha Stewart's Vegetables: a review

Jennifer Pallian — Tue, 01 Nov 2016 20:45:18 GMT

As someone who demonstrates (an endearing?) lack of self-control at the farmer's market on a semi-weekly basis, I am in constant search of new ideas to make vegetables taste delicious. And for a month now, I have been turning to Martha Stewart's ...

Salted Peanut Butter-Stuffed Milk Chocolate Cookies

Jennifer Pallian — Fri, 28 Oct 2016 22:01:51 GMT

I wanted to post a Halloween-y recipe. And apparently I can't separate cookies from this holiday. I've already done a Caramel Apple Cookie recipe and a different kind of Peanut Butter Halloween Candy Cookies (which, I may say, are also delicious - with crispy rice and a chewy peanut ...

The Best Tomato Soup

Jennifer Pallian — Sat, 22 Oct 2016 01:00:00 GMT

Ok let me preface this by saying I know "the best" is a terribly presumptuous way to describe a recipe (although I'm guilty of it all too often). It's because when I'm super enthused about a recipe like this one, I want to make sure you don't just dismiss it as another boring old tomato ...

Slow-Cooker Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal

Jennifer Pallian — Tue, 18 Oct 2016 19:14:33 GMT

Hi guys, how are we doing this week so far? I'm still recovering from the weekend. Not in the fun way. See, on Friday, the two tots had a viral gastroenteritis (a.k.a stomach flu, which is not actually a flu) or as we know it, Tiny People Barfing All Over Us. Then I caught it and spent ...

Pumpkin-Orange Muffins

Jennifer Pallian — Fri, 14 Oct 2016 16:11:05 GMT

Today I bring you tender, tangerine-hued muffins packed with orange juice and pumpkin. They are absolutely heavenly. And I would encourage you with enthusiasm if you decided to throw in a heaping cup of fresh cranberries, because they'd be right at home in there. These muffins make ...

Nut-Crusted Cranberry Tart

Jennifer Pallian — Thu, 06 Oct 2016 19:03:20 GMT

Martha Stewart's seventh season of the Emmy-nominated cooking show Martha Bakes premieres this weekend on PBS and I was offered a sneak peak at one of the featured recipes. Canadian Thanksgiving is this Sunday, so I couldn't wait to bake this stunning cranberry tart. ...

Soft & Chewy Apple-Cinnamon Gingersnaps

Jennifer Pallian — Tue, 04 Oct 2016 19:15:52 GMT

These cookies. Oh, these cookies. They are epically chewy and soft. I feel like soft gingersnaps is a contradiction in terms, but it still feels like the right thing to call them.Made with applesauce (I used homemade, but use any unsweetened variety, storebought or otherwise), cinnamon, ...

Turmeric & Ginger Immunity Smoothie

Jennifer Pallian — Sat, 01 Oct 2016 02:11:06 GMT

Well, it is officially cold season. Everyone around here seems to have it - the bug that mostly stays in the background but just won't go away. It surfaces every few days with an evening or morning of feeling definitely under the weather, then recedes again. My son started preschool a ...

Grilled Korean Short Ribs

Jennifer Pallian — Mon, 26 Sep 2016 17:59:13 GMT

I'm sharing a quick #dinspiration recipe today for a Korean marinade I made on repeat all summer. It's garlicky, savoury, and just sweet enough to be completely addictive. (Like my early-Foodess Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Wings). I served them with short-grain white rice, ...

Pumpkin Bread with Cream Cheese Drizzle

Jennifer Pallian — Tue, 20 Sep 2016 23:04:12 GMT

Hi, friends. What do you say about a super-moist pumpkin bread with fall spices and sweet cream cheese glaze? (See, I told you I'd be right on board the pumpkin spice train!) This loaf literally kept me up at night. I love to read, so every night I crawl into bed around 9 ...

Thai Noodle Salad with Sweet Chili Dressing

Jennifer Pallian — Thu, 15 Sep 2016 18:05:39 GMT

Well hello there, strangers! I've had this recipe locked and loaded for weeks, and have opened it to finish at least five times in the last ten days, but I kept getting distracted before I could hit publish. I had my mom visiting last week, so I was just soaking up her company over ...

Apple Pie Cake

Jennifer Pallian — Thu, 01 Sep 2016 18:34:58 GMT

You know that test they do on people to tell if they have dementia? They ask questions like, what month is it? And what year? Well, it doesn't bode well for my future old-lady self that I could easily fail that as a perfectly (fine, reasonably) sound-minded 31-year ...

Chicken Fattoush Salad with garlic-yogurt sauce

Jennifer Pallian — Sat, 27 Aug 2016 14:00:00 GMT

I'm in the habit of buying rotisserie chickens whenever I'm at the supermarket. Super convenient for lunches and quick dinners, then I stash the bones in a freezer bag until I've accumulated enough and I made delicious chicken stock. Another habit... is occasionally feeding the kids ...

Grilled Harissa Lamb Chops + Yogurt-Cucumber Salad

Jennifer Pallian — Mon, 22 Aug 2016 22:15:02 GMT

Hi guys, you know how I was talking about a new #itsjustdinner series? Well, I decided to actually go for it, but I think I'm going to re-tag it #dinspiration. Because it sounds nicer. And nothing is "JUST" dinner, dinner is everything, right?!Knowing there's a low commitment for photos ...

Rising up.

Jennifer Pallian — Mon, 15 Aug 2016 21:58:53 GMT

I was in Whistler last week visiting my good friend Marnie, who is about to give birth to her second baby. It was a mutually beneficial situation: I got to escape the city to her beautiful home nestled in the mountains, and was able to cook her some meals and have our kids entertain one ...

Chard & Zucchini Shrimp Alfredo

Jennifer Pallian — Mon, 08 Aug 2016 22:37:07 GMT

A couple of weeks ago on Instagram I talked about starting an #itsjustdinner series, and I'm totally going to do it. What this means is: one picture + a recipe. No styled ingredients shots and step-by-step photos. (This one was edited in my phone in about 3 seconds before we ...

Buttermilk Apricot Cake

Jennifer Pallian — Wed, 03 Aug 2016 18:59:46 GMT

Friends, I have been busy. Busy with freelance deadlines, busy with playdates, busy throwing myself a massive pity party about a running injury. Busy preparing for some spokesperson stuff I was doing for broadcast media, which was outside of my comfort zone and therefore completely ...

Strawberry White Chocolate Mousse Tart

Jennifer Pallian — Tue, 26 Jul 2016 13:00:00 GMT

Hi guys. I have made this Strawberry White Chocolate Mousse Tart no fewer than three times this summer. Which is a LOT for me considering I like to try lots of new things. It is easy and so obsessively delicious. It has become my go-to dessert to bring to friends' houses. This post ...

Watermelon Popsicles

Jennifer Pallian — Wed, 20 Jul 2016 13:00:00 GMT

This is not the first time I've shared watermelon popsicles with you. But my 3-year-old is obsessed with watermelon, and my 9-month-old is a teething monster, so I've been making them on regular rotation. And this time I made them extra cute with a green smoothie "rind", so of course I ...

10 summer recipes for picnics, potlucks and everything in between

Jennifer Pallian — Mon, 18 Jul 2016 16:27:56 GMT

This post has been generously sponsored by Chateau Ste Michelle, producers of award-winning, premium wines from their vineyards in Washington.The days are hot, the farmer's markets are bursting, and the cool lake beckons.Chateau Ste. Michelle is celebrating the best moments of summer with a 10 ...

Grilled Chicken Couscous Salad with Peaches & Mint

Jennifer Pallian — Fri, 15 Jul 2016 13:00:00 GMT

This post is sponsored by Walmart Canada, as part of their “Discover the Best of Fresh” program. I have received compensation in exchange this review, but as always, all opinions are my own.This vibrant salad features all the best flavours of summer - flame-kissed chicken breasts and juicy, ripe ...

A cabin in the woods

Jennifer Pallian — Mon, 11 Jul 2016 20:43:11 GMT

Hiya friends. I've got the summertime itchy feet. I get this intense desire to leave the city every year, to stretch my legs, listen to quiet, and breathe some fresh air. I just want to hide out for a bit. Stay in a cabin and live like I don't have wifi. So we did that last ...