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👉🏽 Swipe to see how I whip up these Mediterr

👉🏽 Swipe to see how I whip up these Mediterranean Stuffed Acorn Squash filled with Santorini Lemon Dill @purgrains, topped with Lemon Tahini Dressing! #purgrains_partner

Meet my new pantry staple, pürgrains! Over the last few weeks, I find myself reaching for their ancient grains frequently. Love that they are made with simple ingredients, incredibly flavorful and versatile! Not only can it be served as a simple side but also incorporated into main dishes. Since they cook up in 90 seconds, they are great for some of my more time consuming meals. Also, when your girl is tired and needs to put food on the table in a pinch. As a busy mama, I love a good cooking hack/shortcut! Like buying pre-shredded carrots or cabbage, frozen puff pastry, etc... And now adding my new fave @purgrains ancient grains sides to the list!

Stuffed with ancient grains, chickpeas, cranberries, pine nuts, parsley, the filling comes together quickly! Drizzled with a heavy serving of lemon tahini dressing, this dish is light, fresh and perfect for the fall season! 🤤🤤 Don’t forget to this that SAVE button for the recipe and try pürgrains today by purchasing at your local grocery store or online. Use the code PURGOOD for 30% off a pack of 6 when purchasing from www.purgrains.ca

Ingredients

2 medium acorn squash, halved lengthwise and de-seeded
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 package Purgrains Santorini Lemon Dill Flavour
½ cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
¼ cup dried cranberries
¼ pine nuts
¼ cup fresh flat leaf parsley, chopped

Lemon Tahini Dressing

¼ cup tahini
3 tbsp water, more if needed
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp maple syrup
2 garlic clove, grated
¼ tsp sea salt

Recipe continued in comments below 👇🏽

It's the checking everyone off the list and scorin

It's the checking everyone off the list and scoring major Cyber Week deals for me! 🤩

Remember when I shared how with eBay Refurbished we can save up to 50% on high quality items like small home appliances, headphones, computers, and more? Oh, and when I also mentioned that they come with an industry-leading warranty and help to make a positive impact on the planet by extending the life of products, and reducing waste? You remember, right? Ok, good!

NOW it’s time to take advantage of @eBayCanada’s Cyber Week deals my friends!! You thought up to 50% off was good, but it's about to get even better, with sales on eBay refurbished products from brands like Apple, HP, Breville and many more!

You can shop smart this Cyber Week at eBay.ca/eBayrefurbished

What’s on your holiday wish list this year? #ChooseRefurb #Ad

That first snowfall ❄️ Happy weekend, loves x

That first snowfall ❄️
Happy weekend, loves xx

That moment when you surprise yourself with the gi

That moment when you surprise yourself with the gift you wanted & saved some coin! 🎁

I’m here to let you in on a little *not-so* secret that will help you save some taco money this holiday season & make a positive impact on the planet! 🤫 eBay Refurbished can help you save up to 50% on premium items like small kitchen appliances, electronics, vacuums and more, and they come with an industry-leading warranty. I got a refurbished Bose bluetooth speaker on @eBayCanada for my office and it looks and works like new...To the point that I thought they made a mistake sending me a new one!

Shopping refurbished can also make a positive impact on the planet by extending the life of products, and reducing waste. 🌎

Be sure to keep an eye out for deals at ebay.ca/ebayrefurbished and check-off all the peeps (and your own wishlist) this holiday season. Currently have my eye on a new monitor for my computer & a Breville espresso machine 😏 #ChooseRefurb

Holiday appetizers on my mind and these Cranberry

Holiday appetizers on my mind and these Cranberry Strawberry Jalapeño Crostini are the perfect quick recipe! A hint of sweetness, heat, and drool worthy creaminess of spreadable brie 👌🏽🤤

INGREDIENTS

227g (8oz) fresh cranberries, finely chopped in food processor⁣
1 pint strawberries, finely chopped⁣
2-4 jalapeños, seeded & minced⁣
2 shallots, minced⁣
½ cup sugar⁣
1 lime, juiced⁣
Pinch of salt⁣
1 baguette, sliced into ¼ inch thick slices⁣
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil⁣
185g Spreadable Brie⁣
Parsley for garnish⁣

DIRECTIONS

1. In a food processor, add fresh cranberries and pulse till finely chopped.⁣

2. In a large bowl, add the finely chopped cranberries & strawberries, seeded and minced⁣ jalapeños, minced shallots, ½ cup sugar, fresh lime juice and pinch of salt. Stir till well combined.⁣ Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the cranberries to take to the sugar and⁣ mellow the tart taste.⁣

3. Preheat oven to 375°⁣. Line baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

4. Slice bread diagonally into ¼ ” thick slices and lightly brush both sides of bread with olive oil.⁣ Place on the baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes, flipping halfway. Remove from oven and set⁣ aside to slightly cool.⁣

5. Now it’s time to assemble the crostinis! Once slightly cooled, layer the crostini with a generous⁣ spread of spreadable brie, top with a couple of spoonfuls of the strawberry mixture⁣ and serve with a sprinkle of parsley for garnish.⁣

Bon Appétit!

#crostini #crostinis #freshcranberries #cranberry #holidayappetizers #appetizers

Tree is officially up (sans decorations though) 🎄✨ but thinking of still heading over to a tree farm like we did last year… you know, for cute photos and maybe a Charlie Brown Christmas tree for the dining room. I just love the smell of real trees 😆✌🏽have you started decorating for the holidays yet?

Hope you had a nice weekend!

More intention Less distractions More embracing

More intention
Less distractions
More embracing
Less rejecting
More manifesting
Less planning

Monday morning inspo via my bestie Pinterest ✨ Also filed under “for Kris the lil control freak”

Hope you had a sweet weekend, loves!

Nothing beats Chili on a cold November night! Made

Nothing beats Chili on a cold November night! Made with @Famille_Fontaine Stewing Veal, smokey chipotle peppers, green peppers, black beans and served with a *heaping* spoon of lime crema. This bowl of goodness is a hearty and cozy dinner that is sure to warm you up! Hit that SAVE button to make for your next chili night 😋

Chili has always been one of my favorite meals in the fall. Growing up, we would make a classic ground beef version but I must admit, thicker/more heartier chilis are where it’s at (for me lol). Adding Famille Fontaine Stewing Veal was the perfect addition to this recipe. They come vacuumed sealed, which allows the meat to stay fresher longer. I must say, the way that the meat just falls apart - ouf 🥵 Only the best quality for my chili!

Ingredients for 4-6 servings:
2 tbsp olive oil, divided
1 pack (1 kg) Famille Fontaine Stewing Veal
Salt to taste
1 small red onion, diced
2-4 garlic cloves, minced or grated
2 green peppers, diced
¼ cup tomato paste
3 chipotle chili peppers, finely chopped
2 tbsp chili powder
1 tbsp smoked paprika
2 tsp ground cumin
2 tbsp oregano
2-3 cups chicken broth
1 can (796 ml) diced tomatoes
1 can (528 ml) black beans
2 tsp salt
2 tbsp brown sugar
For Lime Crema
1 cup (250 ml) sour cream
1 garlic clove, grated
2 limes, juiced and zested

Directions:
Pat stewing veal with a paper towel and season with salt.
Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a large dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the veal and brown well. Remove from dutch and set aside.
Add the remaining olive oil, onion, garlic, and green pepper to dutch oven. Cook until soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
Push the veggies to the side and add the tomato paste. Cook until fragrant smells sweet, about 2-3 minutes. Add the chipotle chili peppers, chili powder, smoke paprika, cumin, oregano and mix all until well combined.

Recipe continued in comments below 👇🏽

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