This week on ‘In Char’s Kitchen’, we’re tackling a classic question: what to do with a store-bought rotisserie chicken? Other than eating it right off the bone..ha! Back when my boys were growing up, a pre-cooked chicken was my secret weapon for those hectic weeknights. Trust me, your gang is going to inhale both of […] The post In Char’s Kitchen Season 4 ~ What To Do With a Rotisserie Chicken appeared first on Charmaine Broughton.| Charmaine Broughton
This soup is hearty, healthy (vegan & gluten free) and of course delicious & doable. Perfect served with a sandwich for a simple and nutritious weeknight supper. Serve soup straight up – or garnish with: Mint & Sage Gremolata and Seedy Crunch Topping (recipes below). Note: this soup thickens up quite a bit when refrigerated […] The post Char’s Creamy Pumpkin & White Bean Soup appeared first on Charmaine Broughton.| Charmaine Broughton
DYK: Friday, Oct 17th was National Pasta Day? Hands down, pasta is one of my fave go-to pantry staples. My boys (now 22 & 24) practically grew up on it. I’ve concocted literally countless pasta dishes using Italpasta Artisan (DYK: Italpasta is made in Canada with premium, non-GMO 100% Canadian wheat? Click here for more info) for […] The post Pasta Recipes as seen on CHCH Morning Live appeared first on Charmaine Broughton.| Charmaine Broughton
As someone who’s borderline obsessed with pumpkin spice and pasta, I couldn’t let National Pasta Day (today!! Friday Oct, 17th) pass without combining my two favourite “P’s”: Pumpkin Spice & Pasta!| Charmaine Broughton
I absolutely love roasted cauliflower! It lends itself well to a variety of different flavours and ingredients. This salad is literally a flavour explosion mouthful, is super nutrient dense and makes a fabulous Thanksgiving side dish (perfect for vegans and/or vegetarians too!). Note: When preparing this recipe – don’t be alarmed at the amount of […] The post Roasted Cauliflower & Radicchio Salad with Creamy Tahini Dressing and Candied Crunch Topping appeared first on Charmaine Broughton.| Charmaine Broughton
September’s here (I can’t believe it?!), routines are back, and the last thing anyone needs is mealtime stress. That’s where Simple September Meals comes in: simple, delicious & doable recipes you can actually pull off using pantry staple items. Nothing fancy, just real food for real life. You’re welcome! Breakfast: Get Up & Go Morning […] The post Simple September Meals as seen on Your Morning Ottawa appeared first on Charmaine Broughton.| Charmaine Broughton
Pumpkin Loaf + Caramel Frosting + Candied Crunch Topping = Yes, please!! Don’t let the title of this loaf intimidate you (I know it’s a bit ‘wordy’). This recipe is fairly simple to recreate and the end result is so worth the few steps involved. No doubt your gang will literally inhale this autumn inspired […] The post Char’s Pumpkin Loaf with Caramel Cream Cheese Frosting & Candied Crunch Topping appeared first on Charmaine Broughton.| Charmaine Broughton
If you’re in need of a fab weeknight supper (or hearty side dish) and you have a mountain of garden fresh tomatoes & zucchini (or maybe you’ve taken a trip to the farmers market), this rustic and flavourful recipe is calling your name!| Charmaine Broughton
