Mains

The main event. Sometimes it’s a great recipe to go with some yummy sides and sometimes it’s a whole meal in one situation. You’ll find some delicious options here.

Summer Grilled Salad

Grilled Salad with Crisp Bread and Summer Veg

And why I’m considering making bread mandatory in all salads in the Pypers Kitchen. Grilled Salad sounds a bit like an oxymoron doesn’t it? Kind of like Bread Salad? I mean, what immediately comes to mind when you hear the word “salad”? For me it’s a big bowl of lettuce […]

Grilled Chicken Nuggets

Grilled Chicken Nuggets with Honey BBQ Ranch

You’re not going to believe how good these are and I hear you… not gonna lie… I was skeptical. Grilled Chicken Nuggets. So good. Who woulda thought? I mean, I might be the world’s biggest advocate for fried chicken, and good old fried nuggets (or really any fried chicken shapes) […]

Gnocchi with Pesto Sauce

10 Minute Creamy Gnocchi with Pesto Sauce

The best 10 minute, one-pan meal you’ll ever make. This creamy Gnocchi with Pesto Sauce is dreamy, super scrumptious and your new best friend in the kitchen. The most delicious bowl of comfort food that’s ready in almost no time at all. Unexpected guests knocking at your door at dinner […]

Lemon Pesto Ricotta Lasagna

Lemon Pesto Ricotta Lasagna

…with hidden zucchini but SSHHHHHHHHH! Lemon Pesto Ricotta Lasagna – because warmer days still require lasagna but let’s make it lighter. And by lighter I mean let’s add lemon to it. Creamy lasagna all dressed up for sunny days. Made entirely in one skillet with a no-cook creamy ricotta sauce […]

Pasta and Peas with Bacon

Pasta and Peas with Bacon

Creamy. Dreamy. Parmesany. Insanely Easy. Pasta and Peas with Bacon because peas just scream spring time cuisine for me. It’s time to move from the dark, heavy greens of winter (I won’t forget you kale) to the light, bright, vibrant greens of warmer days and blossoming trees. That almost sounded […]

Crispy Chicken Sandwich

Crispy Chicken Sandwich with Spicy Butter

…and Honey Buttermilk Slaw. This is the Crispy Chicken Sandwich of your dreams. Ok, ok of MY dreams which is why I created it, but it is now going to live in your dreams too. Out of all the fried chicken sandwiches I’ve made in my life (and that is […]

Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl

Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl

with pineapple, cucumber and savoury, steamy sesame rice. Who else wants a Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl for dinner? What about if we pile it on top of steaming hot and super tasty sesame rice? And then we’ll top it with juicy sweet pineapple and crispy crunchy cucumber? And did I […]

Arugula Salad with Steak

Crazy Easy Arugula Salad with Steak

The easiest impressive meal you’ll ever make! This Arugula Salad with Steak is one of my very favourite meals. If I was eating alone and cooking myself dinner there is a very, very good chance this is what I’m having. Fresh, peppery baby arugula is dressed perfectly (if I do […]

Ground Pork Meatballs

Ground Pork Meatballs With Coconut Peanut Sauce

Quick. Easy. Stovetop. Super Yummy. Making these Ground Pork Meatballs With Coconut Peanut Sauce requires little more than a blender, a skillet and less than 30 minutes of your time. Flavourful and juicy pork meatballs are browned and caramelized in a skillet and bathed in a ridiculously easy and tasty […]

Mac and Cheese with Cheetos

Mac and Cheese with Cheetos

I’m pretty sure we’re going to be BFFs after this one. Mac and Cheese with Cheetos. And Jalapeños. Tender macaroni noodles swimming in rich, creamy, cheesy sauce… topped with a crispy, buttery topping made of Cheetos… with a few bonus jalapeños tossed in just for kicks… almost brings a tear […]