Why cook a chicken in a cast iron pan?  Good Question!  Cast iron is a thick steel that retains heat.  It’s like cooking a thick steak in a

Why make your own stock? Easy! You control what goes into this delicious golden liquid. There are only good quality ingredients in this recipe and low salt. I purchase the chickens from our local butcher. They are fresh, antibiotic free and free range. I use my homemade stock in many recipes including soups and stir-frys. Here are a few of my recipes: - Hot and Sour Soup - Japanese Mushroom Soup with Green Onions - Singapore Noodles As with most standard stocks, the bas

I’ve been working on several oven roasted chicken recipes lately, including boneless stuffed chicken, which by the way is juicy, tender and delicious. Stay tuned for a blog post soon! The goal of this recipe is to replicate or create a flavour close to the "grocery store" or "restaurant" pre-roasted chickens, which are delicious. However, these cooked chickens can include MSG, excessive salt content, nitrates, etc. (which my belly doesn't like!) We're fortunate to have a l

This recipe is a bit of an update to the chicken fried rice previously posted. I just love the flavours of Asian cooking ingredients like soy sauce, fish oil, sesame oil, etc. With this recipe I decided to add a little more extra of these Asian cooking staples. Shrimp brings another slight different taste to the dish. Perhaps being raised on the east coast of Canada, seafood is in my blood just a wee bit! As always, adjust the ingredients to your taste. Salt is not neede

Another simple easy to make and delicious chicken dish. We get our chickens and chicken pieces from our local butcher. Free range and antibiotic free. There is definitely a difference in quality. If possible locate a local butcher and try these chickens. We’re starting to see more grocery stores now offering free range and antibiotic free chickens, including from local farmers. PREP TIME 15 mins COOK TIME 35 mins TOTAL TIME 50 mins THE GOODS! 4 chicken breasts (bone-in an

Rice is a versatile food. It can be used as a side dish on its’ own, or add veggies, your favorite meat, seasonings, and bam – you have a meal. I use gluten free rice as I am intolerant to gluten. Honestly the family can’t tell the difference. Feel free to substitute this recipe with your favorite rice. Typically this dish is made with white rice. You can add or substitute available veggies from your refrigerator. It will be awesome! Quick tip: I like to cook the chick