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This spicy refried bean taco skillet is an easy weeknight dish that feels like a treat. (Don’t tell the kids it’s good for them!) Ooey gooey cheese, rich refried beans, fresh veggies, herbs, and a hint of spice make for an easy, hearty one pot …
Jalapeño poppers are one of my favourite game day snacks. They strike that perfect balance between rich, creamy cheese, bacon and spice! When you make them in the air fryer, they cook in just 7 minutes and come out lots lighter than the oven baked …
These succulent chutney-glazed air fryer wings will quickly become your go-to dish for casual entertaining. They take less than 30 minutes to make and are a crowd pleaser that will leave friends and family begging for more. Wings have always been one of my family’s …
Peppadew® cheese is my version of a classic spread I grew up with. It’s perfect for stuffing celery sticks, spreading on crackers, or making the most decadent grilled cheese or quesadilla you’ll ever eat. Best of all, it’s the easiest appetiser you’ll ever make! Warning: Peppadew® …
These easy candied nuts made in the Instant Pot™ contain all the delicious flavours of Mexican hot chocolate. However, they’re guaranteed not to heat the kitchen or the cook! Having grown up in the Northern Hemisphere, where Christmas is in winter, the holiday gets me …
This South African peppadew® potato salad is perfect for summer entertaining. Enjoy this classic salad as a side at your next cookout, without overheating yourself or your kitchen, thanks to the Instant Pot™. I love potato salad. I don’t know many folks with German heritage …
These delicious, Indian spiced lettuce cups are perfect for potlucks, parties and barbecues. An easy, flavourful finger food that can be largely prepared well in advance of your festivities. I confess I’m a sucker for ground meat kebabs. Having lived and worked in India for …
Nothing makes a better holiday treat than buttery caramel popcorn. It is the perfect companion to hot chocolate and a good movie. Its crunch and saltiness make it addictive. And, thanks to the microwave, it’s easy enough to make throughout the holidays! I love caramel …
Spicy cocktail nuts are a welcome addition to any happy hour buffet. They’re filling, satisfying and healthy. Best of all? You can make them in under 15 minutes! When I was a little girl, nuts were always an integral part of holiday celebrations. In those …
I love to start a party with marinated olives. They make a light and healthy finger food that doesn’t leave your guests too full to enjoy their meal. When my guests arrive, I love to have lots of small dishes of nibbles to place around …