Cooking | Business | Travel | Goal Setting
Third Trimester Must-Haves
I’ve never been one to search out ‘maternity' specific items, but these are tried and true that I’ve either been using since day one or have become my new best friend in my third trimester.
Vegan Lasagne *deluxxx*
I’ve been making this for years now—it’s my go to when my people need a little extra love aka new moms, rainy days, etc. Pure love in an oven.
Kitchen Organizing
Over the years, these storage solutions have become the MVPs in our home (sorry, Chris!).
Broccoli Cheese Soup
Spoiler Alert—there’s no actual cheese in this soup! But woah, does it bring back that comforting feeling of homemade cheesy soup.
Vegan Chilaquiles
This is one of Chris’ favourite foods of all time. A few shortcuts make this an easy one to try at home next weekend!
Mexican Black Beans
Another one of Blanca’s tried and true recipes from her Mexican home kitchen. Now one of my recipe staples!
Mexican Cilantro Jalapeño Rice
Another one of Blanca’s tried and true recipes from her Mexican home kitchen. Now one of my recipe staples!
Katie’s Kitchen Staples
If you’ve been watching me in my kitchen for years (bless you!), my list of kitchen prep staples will be no surprise to you! These are my tried and true, can’t live without items that I use on the daily.
Vegan Fried Rice with Egg-ish
Make this now.
Can-o-Chili Mac Hack
Yes, there’s beer in this chili. And it took me less than 20 min to make. Enjoy!
Easy Vegan Latkes with Hollandaise
I can’t believe I didn’t make these sooner in life!
Meal Prep: Mediterranean Bowls
Chris and I are having a moment with our meal prep life. Our trick is to pick a cuisine/theme and make a few key items that can be mixed and matched throughout the week to make bowls, salads, quesadillas, wraps, etc.
Ok, I’m Ready for Fall
It seems like everyone but me gets excited for the change in seasons, temperature, lifestyle. I would be happy in perpetual summer. But for now, “365 days of sun” stays in my goals, while I prep for temperature drops and the impending darker days.
Blanca’s Pickled Red Onions
My Mother in Law, Blanca has been making these Jalapeño peno Pickled Onions for us since the day she arrived in Canada from Mexico.
Spicy Korean Lettuce Wraps
The perfect summer dinner to share with friends. Super flavourful and fresh! Choose your own spice level.
Boursin Style Cheese (vegan!)
Inspired by local vegan pizza master, Virtuous Pie, this cheese is my take on the classic Boursin Cheese.
Garlicky Kale (Whole Foods Copycat)
If you’ve ever had the famous Garlicky Kale from the Whole Foods deli, you know this isn’t your ordinary kale salad. If it was, I wouldn’t be craving it, writing about it or frankly—eating it.
Maui Musts
Next time you’re in Maui, make sure you visit these vegan-friendly, Katie-approved eateries.
Banana Coconut Oil Latte
Sounds crazy, but it works.
Peanut Butter Curry Noodle Salad
This is my go-to noodle recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights or even when travelling! No blender needed!