Exploring Cooking & Science
There’s chemistry involved every time we cook, and our ultimate goal is to Student-Proof our recipes so no one has to do any guesswork. All of our recipes include supplemental information about the science of what you’re trying to make, explained in a way anyone could understand.
Roasted Beet & Goat Cheese Gnocchi
With the coming of the new year, it’s time to lean into our seasonal winter ingredients. This Roasted Beet & Goat Cheese Gnocchi dish celebrates the best of winter fare, while adding brightness with pistachios, lemon zest, and rosemary. These za’atar-roasted beets bring the perfect balance to this meal, perfect either for an impressive date night or special occasion. Done in only 45 minutes, this recipe packs a punch without being too much of a hassle or mess.
Autumnal Brie & Delicata Squash Sandwich Bowls
It’s finally squash season and this delicious, hearty, flavourful brown rice bowl packs a punch with its heavy use of seasonal produce. Based off of my favourite lunch sandwich in Boston, this recipe is filling and satisfying with its sourdough croutons, warm brie, and spicy-maple-roasted delicata squash!
Blackened Chicken with Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta
Nothing screams summer like a grill-charred, succulent chicken. Marinated to perfection in a vibrant herbal blend of basil and dill, this juicy chickens tops a creamy sun-dried tomato pasta to help bring your weeknight meal to the next level. Perfect on a grill or on a screaming hot skillet, this meal helps make the most of these peaceful summer evenings.
Peanut Butter & Bell Pepper Chilled Noodles
On a hot summer’s day, there’s nothing like a bowl of icy noodles to cool you down. The creamy richness of the peanut butter and roasted bell pepper sauce gives you the pick-me-up you need to keep you both full and feeling light.
Charred Kale and “Meat”balls over Coconut Noodles
This noodle dish is the perfect thing for a quick, cozy evening to yourself. It’s got the salt, acid, and heat to keep you feeling full and satisfied. The spicy “meatballs” go perfectly with the crispy, soy sauced kale, and are both balanced out by the creamy garlic coconut noodles.
One-Sheet Roasted Bell Pepper Pasta
Nothing celebrates the taste of summer like roasted bell peppers! This light, aromatic pasta is the perfect meal for an evening to keep you feeling healthy and stress-free. No one likes dishes, so we're utilizing our favourite kitchen tool, the cast iron pan, to keep your dishes to a minimum! Oh, and did we mention that it takes less than an hour?
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Nothing screams summer like a grill-charred, succulent chicken. Marinated to perfection in a vibrant herbal blend of basil and dill, this juicy chickens tops a creamy sun-dried tomato pasta to help bring your weeknight meal to the next level. Perfect on a grill or on a screaming hot skillet, this meal helps make the most of these peaceful summer evenings.