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The Only Appetizer You Need This Holiday Season: Brie, Fig & Nut Puff Pastry Pinwheels

Jump to Recipe Instagram Tiktok The Only Appetizer You Need This Holiday Season: Brie, Fig & Nut Puff Pastry Pinwheels Written by Dietitian Elis Halenko Sponsored by the Canadian Sugar Institute Key Takeaways Demonstrates that holiday appetizers can be simple. This family-friendly example features brie, homemade fig jam, and nuts wrapped in puff pastry. Can […]

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Healthy Halloween Fun: Spooky Egg Wraps Kids Will Love

Jump to Recipe Instagram Tiktok Healthy Halloween Fun: Spooky Egg Wraps Kids Will Love Written by Dietitian Elis Halenko and Nutrition Intern, Leila Sharif Sponsored by Egg Farmers of Ontario As a mom of a three-year-old, Halloween is one of the most exciting times in our household! The season brings back childhood memories of homemade

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Balanced Sushi Lunch Box & Why I Often Pack a Sweet Food in My Child’s Lunchbox

Jump to Recipe Instagram Tiktok Balanced Sushi Lunch Box & Why I Often Pack a Sweet Food in My Child’s Lunchbox Blog Written by Dietitian, Elis Halenko & Nutrition Intern, Leila Sharif Sponsored by The Canadian Sugar Institute It’s back to school season and with it comes the routine of prepping lunch boxes. On the

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Back-to-School Lunches Made Easy with Eggs

Jump to Recipe Instagram Tiktok Back-to-School Lunches Made Easy with Eggs Written by RD, Elis Halenko Sponsored by Egg Farmers of Ontario Back-to-school season is here again! Like many moms and caregivers, I look forward to settling back into reliable routines and knowing that my daughter, Ella, is learning something new from her educators every

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Creamy Cucumber Soup with Toasted Pine Nuts

Jump to Recipe Instagram Tiktok Creamy Cucumber Soup with Toasted Pine Nuts Written by Dietitian & Mom: Elis Halenko Cool, creamy, and the ultimate refreshing summer bite. Some days call for soup—but not the bubbling, steamy kind. Enter: chilled cucumber soup. This bowl is velvety, herby, and cooling, with a swirl of

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Cozy Beet Soup with Roasted Vegetables

Jump to Recipe Instagram Tiktok Cozy Beet Soup with Roasted Vegetables Written by Dietitian & Mom: Elis Halenko Earthy, vibrant, and just the thing for cooler days. If you’ve never made beet soup, this is your sign. It’s bold in color, packed with nutrients, and deeply comforting—like a cozy sweater in a

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Creamy Roasted Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese Croutons

Jump to Recipe Instagram Tiktok Creamy Roasted Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese Croutons Written by Dietitian & Mom: Elis Halenko A dreamy, cozy classic—with a wholesome, modern upgrade. Let’s be real: nothing says comfort quite like a steaming bowl of tomato soup paired with grilled cheese. But this isn’t the canned tomato

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Roasted Butternut Squash + Apple Soup with Crispy Chickpeas

Jump to Recipe Instagram Tiktok Roasted Butternut Squash + Apple Soup with Crispy Chickpeas Written by Dietitian & Mom: Elis Halenko Creamy, cozy, and naturally sweet—this fall soup is full of nourishing comfort. Once fall hits, I find myself craving big batches of soup that can simmer quietly while I chase after

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Mini Holiday Chicken Pot Pies (Copycat Style!)

Jump to Recipe Instagram Tiktok Mini Holiday Chicken Pot Pies (Copycat Style!) Written by Dietitian & Mom: Elis Halenko The coziest little two-bite pies your toddler (and everyone else) will love. Okay, real talk—how satisfying is it to use up those half-forgotten ingredients hiding in the back of your freezer and end

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My Take on a Seafood Spanish Paella

Jump to Recipe Instagram Tiktok My Take on a Seafood Spanish Paella Written by Dietitian & Mom: Elis Halenko A tribute to my Spanish heritage, made simple for your home kitchen. When I think of meals that connect generations, bring family around the table, and carry the soul of a place—paella is

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5-Ingredient Sweet Potato Curry

Jump to Recipe Instagram Tiktok 5-Ingredient Sweet Potato Curry Written by Dietitian & Mom: Elis Halenko Quick, cozy, and made for real-life weeknights. If I had to pick one dish that tastes like a hug in a bowl, it’s this quick 5-ingredient curry. It’s warming, full of flavor, and made with just

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Mediterranean-Style Halibut with Tomatoes & White Beans & Lemon Gremolata

Jump to Recipe Instagram Tiktok Mediterranean-Style Halibut with Tomatoes & White Beans & Lemon Gremolata Written by Dietitian & Mom: Elis Halenko Inspired by Blue Zone eating & Mediterranean flavors—this dish is simple, nourishing, and so delicious. When it comes to meals that check all the boxes—simple, satisfying, nutritious, and family-friendly—this pan-seared halibut

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