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There’s nothing like a classic Bolognese sauce, and it should be in every home cook’s repertoire. My version is smooth, rich, hearty and slow cooked to perfection. The very essence of Italian comfort food! This is what you hope for when you order spaghetti or lasagna in an Italian restaurant.
Our Final Rating: ★★★★☆
I know what you’re thinking. Microwave popcorn is fine, right? For purists who aren’t after a burnt or fake-butter flavor, though, the Whirley Pop gets kettle corn right every time.
So, you want some Chipotle Chicken Burrito Bowls…do you? We’ve spent a few days perfecting this amazing recipe by Rachel Maser, and playing around with different ingredients. Give it a try and let us know what you think.
Our Final Rating: ★★★★☆
Whenever a shiny new promise of kitchen minimalism is dangled in front of me, I’m tempted to take the bait. Such was the case with the Always Pan by Our Place, which is a nontoxic, nonstick pan boasting multiple cooking functions. It also happens to be incredibly beautiful, making it total kitchen eye candy. We decided to give it a spin, and today we’re sharing our full review.
If you’re looking for a simple, healthy, vegetarian quiche recipe, you’ve come to the right place. This easy spinach & mushroom quiche is made with a white sauce and filled with cheese and herbs. It’s absolutely delicious and sure to please your guests.
We decided to face-off the two titans of kitchen blending: Vitamix vs BlendTec. Take a look at our full analysis. But if you’re looking for a quick answer, we highly highly recommend purchasing a Blendtec. In our experience it’s a much more reliable machine that simply works better than the Vitamix. Want to know why? Keep reading.
One of my favourite things about winter is that it gives you the excuse to make and eat hearty soups. I love nothing more than sitting down with a steaming hot bowl of soup, and Harissa Butternut Squash Soup is one of the best soups around. It’s rich and warming and has really deep layers of flavour from the harissa paste, spices, and cooked down vegetables.
Our Final Rating: ★★★★★
Most of us simply don’t have that magic barista touch that can dish out a delicious cappuccino without having to don a man bun. But what if you did? The Breville Barista Touch Espresso Maker is the flawless coffee juggernaut that can get you there.
There’s nothing more satisfying than a warming bowl of risotto. This flavour-packed sausage and fennel delight is guaranteed to come up trumps on chilly nights – and it’s so much quicker to make than you might think!
Our Final Rating: ★★★★☆
After using the Instant Pot for many year, I look back and give it an honest review. Overall, it really does save me time. It helps me with meal prep. And it makes a few dishes that just taste better than other methods. While I certainly don’t use all the functions on this small appliance, the ones I do use make it worth the real estate it takes up in my small kitchen.
