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Wedge Salad with a Gorgonzola Dressing

June 13, 2022 By zimmysnook Leave a Comment

A round platter with six wedge salads topped with dressing, cheese, tomatoes and a strip of bacon. Served with rose wine.

Wedge Salad with a Gorgonzola Dressing. Damn, this was good! Cucumbers, bacon, tomatoes, radishes, chives, chive flowers and lotza Gorgonzola! This crisp and refreshing steakhouse classic is delicious and so easy to assemble. It’s the perfect side to any grilled meat or as is on its own. Steak is obviously a perfect pairing but adding…

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Strawberry, Asparagus and Rhubarb Salad

June 7, 2022 By zimmysnook

A top down image of a large Strawberry, Asparagus and Rhubarb Salad with dressing being poured on the salad.

Strawberry, Asparagus and Rhubarb Salad. Celebrate National Fresh Fruit and Vegetables month this June with these colourful and tasty foods.  This fresh spring salad is a delicious combination of ingredients found at local farmers markets in early June, including asparagus, rhubarb and strawberries. The dressing pops with a burst of orange zest, making it a…

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Pork Chops & Apple Slaw (with Creamy Polenta)

June 3, 2022 By zimmysnook

An oval platter with three pork chops topped with apple slaw on a creamy bed of polenta.

Pork Chops & Apple Slaw (with Creamy Polenta) True story… I grew up eating “Pork Chops & Apple Sauce.” It was one of the meals my dad would cook when mom wasn’t home. Thin boneless pork chops, pan fried until they were cooked right through! Unfortunately, this process left them quite dry and out of…

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Grilled Chicken Skewers

June 1, 2022 By zimmysnook

A pan with four chicken and vegetable skewers on top of a stack of large pitas. Served with rice, tzatziki, chopped cucumber, tomatoes and onions.

Grilled Chicken Skewers Chicken skewers, with plenty of veggies, rice, pita & tzatziki is my summer go-to recipe for a quick and delicious meal! My simple marinade includes these basics – fresh garlic, rosemary, oregano, zest of a lemon, Dijon mustard, white balsamic and olive oil. Watch the process video here Hope you enjoy this…

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Fiesta Chicken Chili

May 26, 2022 By zimmysnook

A twenty ounce mini lunch crock if filled with a bright and colourful chicken chili and is ready to be transported on a road trip along with a picnic basket.

Fiesta Chicken Chili. Fresh vegetables, chicken thighs, butter beans and spices combine to create a light, flavourful meal, perfect for a midweek dinner, meal planning for lunches or taking on a road trip. Use the Crockpot™ Lunch Crock to enjoy a hot lunch at the office or on the road. Add cilantro, jalapeños, guacamole, and…

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Sizzlin’ Smokies with Kimchi, Pickled Veggies & Crispy Shallots

May 19, 2022 By zimmysnook

A close up image of a stack of smokies in a galvanized tray.

Sizzlin’ Smokies with Kimchi, Pickled Veggies & Crispy Shallots. Fire up the grill! Pour a cold beverage and take a few minutes to enjoy a good conversation, a few laughs and an incredibly tasty Sizzlin’ Smokie hot off the grill. Preparing the quick-pickled vegetables and crispy shallots ahead of time, will ensure a treat for…

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Grilled Asparagus Caprese (inspired) Salad

May 18, 2022 By zimmysnook

An oval platter with grilled asparagus 'rafts' topped with roasted tomatoes, mozzarella, basil and balsamic vinegar. This platter is surrounded by a platted portion and more ingredients.

Grilled Asparagus Caprese (inspired) Salad The asparagus was bathed in olive oil and balsamic vinegar before being grilled. The tomatoes are pan roasted, then combined with fresh mozzarella, basil, and a splash of balsamic.I have skewered the asparagus to make “rafts” which are easier to flip on the grill and are the perfect size for…

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Slow Cooker Spring Risotto

May 6, 2022 By zimmysnook

Two bowls of pea and asparagus risotto finished with basil, Parmesan and lemon.

Slow Cooker Spring Risotto. Creamy, silky, flavourful risotto with asparagus, peas, green onions, parmesan and lemon. Risotto, the delicious Italian dish made by cooking a starchy, short grain rice with broth until it becomes creamy. The traditional technique to create this dish is to slowly ladle in warm broth to a pot full of rice,…

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Herb Roasted Turkey

May 3, 2022 By zimmysnook

A plater of turkey with sides of spring asparagus with lemon, roasted carrots, spring mix salad, brioche dinner rolls and a chilled rosé, rounded out the meal.

Herb Roasted Turkey. No, it is not Thanksgiving or Christmas… this is the meal that my dear sweet mother requested for Mother’s Day! I asked her what meal she considered to be a special treat and she responded, “a roast turkey dinner with mashed potatoes.” Growing up, her family only had turkey at Christmas, and…

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Stir-Fried Black Rice with Fried Eggs & Parmesan Roasted Broccoli

May 2, 2022 By zimmysnook

An image of how to plate two plates of fried rice, eggs and broccoli with garnishes.

Stir-Fried Black Rice with Fried Eggs & Parmesan Roasted Broccoli. Disclaimer… this is not your traditional take-out style, fried rice with eggs and broccoli! This is a meal perfect for date-night, a weeknight family dinner, or a Saturday evening with friends! Cook the rice the day before and even choose to throw together the salad…

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Charred Green Onion-Jalapeno-Lemon Lamb Chops

April 15, 2022 By zimmysnook

A platter of lamb chops with a green sauce and charred lemons and onions.

Charred Green Onion-Jalapeno-Lemon Lamb Chops. A frenched rack of lamb, well seasoned or marinated, then seared over a hot grill until barely medium-rare, is one of my favourite treats. The charred bits of fat, the melt-in-your-mouth morsels of meat, combined beautifully on a bone, is my perfect lollipop! Now, when I cook a full rack,…

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Niçoise Salad with Oven Roasted Coho Salmon

April 9, 2022 By zimmysnook

A large platter of a salmon Niçoise salad. Five pieces of salmon are centered in the platter and are surrounded by various vegetables, eggs and pickles.

Niçoise inspired salad with oven roasted Coho salmon. The salmon was surrounded with asparagus, potatoes, cucumbers, celery, red onions, tomatoes, pickles, olives and hard boiled quail eggs. Served with a dressing of white balsamic, Dijon, honey, s&p and olive oil. Watch the salmon bake and sizzle here Niçoise Salad with Oven Roasted Coho Salmon: Frequently…

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Individual Ground Beef Wellingtons

March 27, 2022 By zimmysnook

An oval platter with six individual ground beef wellingtons, a bowl of marsala mushroom sauce, potatoes and green beans.

These Individual Ground Beef Wellingtons are made with ground beef instead of the traditional beef tenderloin. Making them a delicious yet cost effective way to serve a special meal to your family and friends this Easter (or any day you want an excuse to feel fancy!) The ground beef is seasoned well, topped with Duxelles…

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Everything Bagel Bake

March 10, 2022 By zimmysnook

A bagel bake skillet bake with a piece removed and on a plate.

Looking for a special brunch recipe? Everyone will love this savoury Everything Bagel Bake. A hearty combination of eggs, pancetta, sausages, spinach, provolone, smoked gouda, jalapeños, onions and spices. This crowd-pleasing dish can also be assembled the night before and baked the morning of. To create a festive Easter brunch, serve with a simple side…

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Mexican Inspired Eggs in Sweet Potato Boats

March 6, 2022 By zimmysnook

Four sweet potato boats just baked on a baking sheet with veggies and an egg in each boat.

Mexican Inspired Eggs in Sweet Potato Boats. “Fresh, flavour-packed little vessels of joy” Was the title for this recipe that I wanted to use, but my wife pointed out that it might be a little vague for an internet search. So, you already know that this delightful recipe includes, Mexican inspired flavours, sweet potatoes, and…

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Crustless Quiche with Bacon, Mushrooms & Jalapeños

February 24, 2022 By zimmysnook

Crustless Quiche with Bacon, Mushrooms & Jalapenos served in two mini pie dishes.

Crustless Quiche with Bacon, Mushrooms & Jalapeños. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner! Those are the meals that I enjoy a quiche! This crustless quiche recipe is so easy, versatile, and delicious that you can throw it together for a satisfying meal any time of the day! I stuffed this version with staples that are always…

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Two-Ingredient Banana Pancakes

February 19, 2022 By zimmysnook

Two Ingredient Banana Pancakes - stack with bananas and walnuts and a stream of pouring syrup.

Two-Ingredient Banana Pancakes. Two ingredient pancakes? Just eggs and banana? I too was skeptical! Would I end up with banana flavoured scrambled eggs? Not at all! The results are beautiful, thin, delicate, pancakes, which looked like and ate like, the more traditional flour-based breakfast treat. These pancakes are wonderful on their own, but even better…

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Spicy Peruvian Chicken Drumsticks with Creamy Green Sauce

February 10, 2022 By zimmysnook

A platter of charred chicken drumsticks with a bowl of green sauce and limes.

Grilled Peruvian Inspired Spicy Chicken Drumsticks with Creamy Green Sauce. Shake things up on game day, spice up your next barbecue with friends or make family dinner something to remember. These charred Peruvian inspired drumsticks are perfect on their own but absolutely explode with flavour when coated with the spicy, creamy green sauce. Move over…

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Easy Bolognese with a Spicy Twist

February 9, 2022 By zimmysnook

A top down image of a pan filled with pappardelle noodles and a bolognese sauce.

Easy Bolognese with a Spicy Twist. This Bolognese inspired sauce is the perfect way to spice things up with your special someone. The hot Italian sausages and crushed chilies build on the flavours of the classic Bolognese and bring joy to your tastebuds. For a meal requiring little preparation, you will be amazed how much…

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Air Fryer Chicken with Buttermilk Waffles

January 28, 2022 By zimmysnook

Air Fryer Chicken with Buttermilk Waffles plated with coleslaw

Air Fryer Chicken with Buttermilk Waffles. Preparing this classic brunch combination in your own kitchen is easier than you may think. All it takes is a little planning, an air fryer, and a waffle maker, to turn your table into the hottest brunch spot in your neighbourhood. Serve with honey, hot sauce and a side…

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No Bake Shakshuka

January 22, 2022 By zimmysnook

A top down image of a shakshuka with four eggs in a skillet on a table ready to be served.

No Bake Shakshuka (or Shakshouka), is one of our favourite comfort meals. Although we enjoy it year-round it is more commonly found on our table in the winter. This is not a “traditional” Shakshuka but is certainly inspired by it. I appreciate that a basic recipe can be adapted to use whatever you have in…

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Mussels & Squid in a Spicy Tomato-Sausage Broth

January 10, 2022 By zimmysnook

A top down image of large pot of mussels and squid in a tomato broth. A portion is being spooned out into a bowl.

Mussels & Squid in a Spicy Tomato-Sausage Broth When it comes to “comfort food” this ranks right up at the top! A pot of rich, flavourful, somewhat spicy broth, hot fennel sausage, mussels, squid and fresh crusty bread. An easy, affordable meal that will warm your heart & soul, while satisfying your hunger and tantalizing…

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Linguine and Clams

February 3, 2021 By zimmysnook

A finished pan of linguine and clams with lemons

Linguine and clams (or linguine alle vongole) is a classic worth revisiting, over and over! Simple, inexpensive ingredients, shown a little love in preparation will deliver a soul satisfying meal every time. Buy the freshest clams from a reliable source and look for an artisanal dried pasta… the rougher the surface texture the better it…

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Apple Fennel Slaw

June 3, 2022 By zimmysnook

A grilled pork chop with a pile of apple slaw on a bed of polenta.

Apple Fennel Slaw. Move over pork chops with apple sauce, there is a new dish in town! I’ve elevated this classic dish with a slightly spicy apple fennel slaw and laid the chops on bed of creamy polenta. The variety of texture, the brightness of flavours and the tenderness of the chops are mouth-wateringly good…

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Happy Father’s Day! Kicking off the day with tom Happy Father’s Day!
Kicking off the day with tomato toasts.  Light rye, smothered with hummus, topped with tomatoes, purple & green basil from the garden and chive flowers.
Served with crispy bacon and boiled eggs… cuz this dad likes his #BaconandEggs

Cooked on my @HestanHome range in my @HestanCulinary cookware 

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Gambas al Ajillo (Garlic shrimp) Tacos. Wild Argen Gambas al Ajillo (Garlic shrimp) Tacos.
Wild Argentinian shrimp, cooked in lots of garlic and olive oil. Served with a psychedelic slaw, and fresh guacamole.
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Wedge Salad with a Gorgonzola Dressing. Damn, thi Wedge Salad with a Gorgonzola Dressing.

Damn, this was good!
Cucumbers, bacon, tomatoes, radishes, chives, chive flowers and lotza Gorgonzola! 

Recipe available at www.zimmysnook.ca [Link in bio]

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Strawberry, Asparagus and Rhubarb Salad. Celebrat Strawberry, Asparagus and Rhubarb Salad.

Celebrate National Fresh Fruit and Vegetables month this June with these colourful and tasty foods. 

This fresh spring salad is a delicious combination of ingredients found at local farmers markets in early June, including asparagus, rhubarb and strawberries. The dressing pops with a burst of orange zest, making it a perfect salad for al fresco lunches or paired with your favourite grilled protein for a satisfying dinner.

Recipe is available on zimmysnook.ca [Link in bio]

Prepared using the @HestanCulinary Thomas Keller Insignia 2-Quart Saucier, Thomas Keller Insignia TITUM Nonstick Sauté Pan and Thomas Keller Insignia Universal Lids.

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Breakfast pockets. Local purple & green asparagus, Breakfast pockets.
Local purple & green asparagus, tossed in white balsamic & olive oil. Wrapped in prosciutto, topped with fresh mozzarella, nestled into the pastry, egg washed and sprinkled with sesame seeds. Baked in the oven, then finished with a fried quail egg and chilies.

Baked in the @hestanhome Dual Fuel Range.

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Blackened salmon fillet, served with a blistered c Blackened salmon fillet, served with a blistered corn, heirloom tomato, red chilies, purple onion, black olive & parsley salsa. 
Hope you all had a wonderful day!

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Coho Salmon Salad. The salmon was marinated in fre Coho Salmon Salad.
The salmon was marinated in fresh dill, lemon zest, capers, white balsamic, olive oil and s&p. 
since the grill was already hot, I grilled the flesh side for 2 minutes, then finished skin side in a skillet with all the leftover marinade.
The local purple asparagus turned green but was amazingly tender!
Mini potatoes, free run eggs, radishes, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, lemons, dill and crème fraîche rounded out the salad.

Served with a super easy dressing from our website: zimmysnook.ca (check out “NIÇOISE SALAD WITH OVEN ROASTED COHO SALMON” for the dressing recipe.) Link in bio. 

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Chicken skewers, plenty of veggies, rice, pita & t Chicken skewers, plenty of veggies, rice, pita & tzatziki.
Perfect end to a busy day.
Hope you all had a wonderful day! 🍷

Check out the reel for the recipe and making of steps.

Recipe is available on zimmysnook.ca [Link in bio]

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For all those kicking off summer grilling season… ENJOY! 🔥🙌
May your summer be filled with good times, good friends and good food! 
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What are you grilling this weekend?

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Fiesta Chicken Chili. Fresh vegetables, chicken th Fiesta Chicken Chili.
Fresh vegetables, chicken thighs, butter beans and spices combine to create a light, flavourful meal, perfect for a midweek dinner, meal planning for lunches or taking on a road trip.
Use the Crockpot™ Lunch Crock to enjoy a hot lunch at the office or on the road (#Sponsored). Add cilantro, jalapeños, guacamole, and tortilla chips to create a Fiesta of flavour out of the simplest of ingredients.

Recipe available on zimmysnook.ca [Link in Bio] 
 
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The 20 oz size is perfect for individual meals, so I can also deliver chili, soup, pasta or even oatmeal to my mom & dad and they can help themselves to a hot meal at their convenience. When mom & dad are done, I just pop the storage container and inner lid into the dishwasher and it’s ready for the next meal delivery or adventure.

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Grilled chicken thighs, veggies and baked potato w Grilled chicken thighs, veggies and baked potato wedges.
The thighs were dry rubbed, sauced and finished with a drizzle of local honey.

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