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 Beetroot Hummus
This Roasted Beetroot Hummus adds another layer of depth and richness to everything you already love about fresh hummus. It’s smooth, creamy, and packed full of flavour! While a lot of people see hummus as a mysterious paste that just comes from the supermarket, we hope to show you how easy and delicious it is to make the autumnal hummus of your dreams for a fraction of the price of the store-bought equivalent!
Sweet Potato & Avocado Fritters
Nothing hits the spot during summer like sweet potato fries, so we thought we’d try to make them even sexier by turning them into fritters. It’s the perfect topping to a summer salad or pairing to a soup to upgrade your midweek meal! A twist on the classic pumpkin fritter and sweet potato fries.
Coconut Sticky Rice
An easy way to spice up your meals for this week is to add this Coconut Sticky Rice! The rich, creamy coconut gives a new dimension to any rice bowl, or is the perfect side to compliment a main course. And the best part about it? It’s just as easy as making standard short grain white rice!
Ultimate Bison & Chorizo Meatballs
Meatballs are a nice treat in the middle of the week, so why not make it feel a little fancy? The bison has a gamey flavour that compliments the bold flavours of a red sauce, while the chorizo helps build up the smokiness to give you a more potent roasted tomato flavour. Worried you'll make too much? Just store your extras in the freezer and defrost later down the line when you need an easy treat!
Beginner’s Guide to Sourdough Starter
Most people who can’t eat gluten are having trouble with how most modern bread is made because the raw ingredients aren’t broken down in a form we can easily take in. The wild yeast from the sourdough goes through the process for you in the form of fermentation(like beer or chocolate) and breaks down the phytic acids that can make it hard for us to process. Sourdough starter is just wild yeast from the air
Homemade Pesto
Not your most traditional pesto, this version contains a huge iron boost in the form of kale. And instead of pine nuts, we feel it's much more accessible to use walnuts. They're fatty, rich, and full of nutrients at a much more achievable price point. This pesto is light and bright, just like this great weather we're having!
Tear-Away Pesto Prosciutto Bread
These tear-away rolls are easy, fun, and delicious. They're perfect for sharing with your friends and roommates, but there's nothing wrong with becoming a bread hoarder and finishing them all yourself. The crispy base paired with the fluffy, fresh bread is only made better by being topped with some garlic butter!
Homemade Naan Bread
Fluffy, hot naan is the best addition to any meal and a great way to start learning making bread. Also a great way to use up some of the leftover yogurt in your fridge. You'll never be able to go back to store-bought, sorry in advance. Not to mention, it's pretty impressive to whip this out with your dinner.
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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.