Canuck Eats

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  • “Tantalizing Pesto Recipe: A Must-Try for Stay-at-Home Parents!”

    “Tantalizing Pesto Recipe: A Must-Try for Stay-at-Home Parents!”

    Pesto with Basil and Nuts: A Recipe for Busy Parents

    As a busy stay-at-home parent, I know how hard it can be to make time to cook a nutritious and delicious meal while still managing all of the other tasks that come with being a parent. That’s why I’m so glad I discovered this delicious pesto with basil and nuts recipe! It’s quick, easy, and packed with flavor. Plus, the ingredients are easy to find in most grocery stores.

    To get started, gather your ingredients. You will need:
    • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
    • ½ cup toasted nuts (I usually use walnuts or pine nuts)
    • 2 cloves garlic
    • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
    • 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
    • Salt and pepper to taste

    Now it’s time to make the pesto! Start by crushing the garlic cloves in a mortar and pestle (or you can use a food processor if you don’t have a mortar and pestle). Then add the basil leaves, nuts, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Blend everything together until it forms a smooth paste. Now your pesto is ready to be served!

    I like to serve my pesto with pasta or as a dip for vegetables. It also makes a great sandwich spread. The best part is that my kids love it too! They especially enjoy it when I tell them the story behind the pesto – how it was originally made by farmers in Italy who needed an easy way to use up their leftover basil leaves and nuts.

    This recipe is one of my go-to meals when I’m short on time but still want to make something tasty and nutritious. Plus, it only takes about 10 minutes to make, so I know that even on my busiest days I can still get dinner on the table quickly.

    If you’re looking for an easy way to add some extra flavor to your meals, then try this delicious pesto with basil and nuts recipe! You won’t regret it!

  • “Grilled Chicken with Basil and Tomato: The Perfect Meal for Busy Stay-at-Home Parents!”

    “Grilled Chicken with Basil and Tomato: The Perfect Meal for Busy Stay-at-Home Parents!”

    Grilled Chicken with Basil and Tomato

    As a stay at home parent, I’m always looking for new recipes to make for my family. This Grilled Chicken with Basil and Tomato dish is delicious, healthy, and easy to make. It’s a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables, and it makes for a great weeknight meal. The combination of flavors is perfect, and it’s always a hit with the whole family.

    Ingredients

    -4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
    -2 tablespoons olive oil
    -2 cloves garlic, minced
    -1 teaspoon dried oregano
    -1 teaspoon dried basil
    -1/2 teaspoon salt
    -1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
    -1 large tomato, diced
    -1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
    -1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
    -2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

    Instructions
    1. Preheat the grill to medium heat.
    2. Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish and season with olive oil, garlic, oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Rub the seasoning into the chicken until evenly coated. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
    3. Place the chicken on the preheated grill and cook for 8-10 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
    4. Meanwhile, in a small bowl combine tomato, fresh basil leaves, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice and mix together. Set aside.
    5. Once chicken is cooked through remove from grill and transfer to serving platter. Top with tomato basil mixture and serve immediately. Enjoy!

    This Grilled Chicken with Basil and Tomato recipe has been a hit with my family for years now—and I’m sure it will be for yours too! The combination of flavors of the sweet tomatoes, savory Parmesan cheese, fragrant basil leaves, and zesty lemon juice is just perfect—not to mention that it’s very healthy too! Plus it’s an easy weeknight meal that won’t take more than 30 minutes to make from start to finish—which is perfect when you have a house full of hungry kids!

    As a stay at home parent I know how important it is to provide nutritious meals that are also quick to make—and this grilled chicken recipe fits both criteria perfectly! Not only does it taste great but it also has plenty of vegetables included in the topping which makes it even healthier for your family. Plus it’s a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables without them even realizing it!

    My own family loves this grilled chicken dish so much that we make it all the time now—it’s become one of our favorite meals! The other night we were particularly hungry so I decided to add some extra ingredients to give it more flavor—I added some diced bell peppers which really made the dish even tastier! The combination of flavors was amazing—my kids loved it so much they asked me if I could make it again soon!

    So if you’re looking for an easy weeknight meal that your whole family will love then give this Grilled Chicken with Basil and Tomato recipe a try! It has all the flavors of summer packed into one delicious dish that everyone will enjoy! Plus you can add whatever ingredients you like or have on hand in order to customize it even more—just like I did last night!

  • “Grilled Shrimp: A Stay-at-Home Parent’s Secret to Tangy Basil & Zesty Lemon Flavour!”

    “Grilled Shrimp: A Stay-at-Home Parent’s Secret to Tangy Basil & Zesty Lemon Flavour!”

    Grilled Shrimp with Basil and Lemon: A Delicious and easy Stay at Home Parent Recipe

    As a stay at home parent, quick and easy recipes are a must. I’m always looking for ways to get dinner on the table in no time, while still providing a nutritious and delicious meal. One of my favorite go-to recipes is grilled shrimp with basil and lemon. This simple dish is packed with flavor, takes just minutes to prepare, and will have your family begging for more.

    This dish requires just a few ingredients and can be made on the grill or in the oven. For this recipe, you will need 1 pound of large shrimp, 1/4 cup of extra-virgin olive oil, 3 cloves of garlic, finely minced, 1/4 cup of fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced, 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of sea salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper.

    To begin, preheat your grill or oven to medium-high heat. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic, basil leaves, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Mix until all the ingredients are combined. Place the shrimp in a medium-sized bowl and pour the marinade over them. Toss until all the shrimp are evenly coated with the marinade.

    If using the grill, place the shrimp on skewers so they are easier to handle. Place them on the hot grill grates and cook for 2 minutes per side or until they turn pink and opaque. If using an oven, arrange them in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 8-10 minutes or until they turn pink and opaque.

    Once cooked through, transfer the grilled shrimp to a serving plate and squeeze some extra lemon over them for added flavor. Serve immediately with some steamed rice or roasted vegetables for a delicious meal that your family will love!

    As a stay at home parent who is always pressed for time but still wants to make nutritious meals for my family every night, I’m so thankful that I have recipes like this one in my arsenal! Grilled shrimp with basil and lemon is one of our favorite meals around our house because it’s healthy but still packed with flavor! Plus it’s so easy to make that even my kids can help prepare it!