Recipes — The Renata Collective

Rigatoni and Italian Sausage Tomato Ragout

This simple and fabulously delicious recipe has been one of our family favourites for many years!

Dinner, LunchRenata RichardsonMarch 17, 2021Rigatoni and Italian Sausage Tomato Ragout, Tomatoes, sausage, Carrots, pastaComment

Beets Me Burgers

This plant-based burger is a twist on the regular bean burger. Yes, this has beans – navy beans (or sometimes referred to as white pea beans), and also rice and sweet potatoes. The twist with this burger is that it has beets which boost the nutrition and makes the colour a nice pink.

Dairy Free, Dinner, Gluten Free, Light Supper, Lunch, Nut Free, Vegan, VegetarianRenata RichardsonMarch 15, 2021Beets Me Burgers, beets, burgerComment

Risotto Primavera

Risotto Primavera (Spring in Italian) is a perfect dish with which to welcome Spring! I learned how to make risotto from my Zio Emil – we called him the Risotto King. His risotto was legendary. Here is my version of Risotto Primavera. Buon appetito!

Dinner, Lunch, Light Supper, Vegetarian, Gluten FreeRenata RichardsonMarch 12, 2021Risotto PrimaveraComment

Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas

This is a great slow cooker dinner – easy to prepare, only a few ingredients, then set it and forget it until dinner time.

Dinner, Light Supper, Lunch, Dairy Free, Gluten FreeRenata RichardsonMarch 3, 2021Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas, chickenComment

Fajita Spice Mix

I like to make my own spice mixes as I can limit the amount of salt, mix flavours, balance the spiciness to suit the palate of my family and the ingredients are all natural. Plus, it’s fun and easy and I find homemade makes the food taste better!

Dinner, Light Supper, Lunch, Vegan, Vegetarian, TipRenata RichardsonMarch 2, 2021Fajita Spice MixComment

Oven Baked Garlic and Olive Oil Cabbage Rounds

Cabbage is, in my opinion, an underrated and under-utilized vegetable. It is so much more than coleslaw! Cabbage is full of healthy nutrients and is very versatile in soups, stews, in fillings for burritos, enchiladas or tacos. Cabbage becomes soft and almost sweet when cooked.

Pan Roasted Chicken, Baby Potato and Sweet Potato in Herbed Cream with Crumb Topping

It is a perfect dish for when the weather gets colder and you want a recipe that fills the kitchen with a delicious aroma and warms up your body and soul.

One Sheet Sugared Tamari Salmon Filet and Veggie

I love a good One Sheet dinner recipe. The prep is easy and the clean up is even easier and the cooking time of less than a half-hour means you have a fabulous dinner on the table that is perfect for a healthy family dinner and elegant enough for company!

Greek Salad a la Dwight

My husband Dwight makes the BEST Greek Salad! It is so fresh and refreshing, light and delicious and a welcome change to the mixed green, spinach, romaine or kale salads I make. It is perfect year-round!

Back Pocket Mushroom Garlic Pasta

This is one of my favourite recipes that I have in my ‘back pocket’ when I need an easy, yummy nutritious meal ready in a hurry. This recipe will have you serving a great dinner in less than 30 minutes!

Dinner, Lunch, Vegetarian, Dairy Free, Gluten FreeRenata RichardsonJanuary 13, 2021Back Pocket Mushroom Garlic Pasta, pasta, MushroomsComment

Bacon and Mushroom Herb Stuffed Pork Tenderloin

Of all the pork meat cuts available, next to back ribs, pork tenderloin is my family’s favourite. It is versatile and delicious, tender and flavourful.

Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpeas with Lemon Tahini Kale Drizzle

Roasting veggies is something I love to do. They are so versatile, quick and easy to prepare. And, roasting veggies maintains more nutrients

Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

This is such a versatile recipe – swap out the beans you prefer if chickpeas aren’t your fav’s, add some tamari and sweet chilli sauce instead of the tomatoes and salsa – variations after the recipe below.

Dairy Free, Dinner, Gluten Free, Light Supper, Lunch, Vegan, VegetarianRenata RichardsonDecember 10, 2020Stuffed Sweet Potatoes, sweet potato, Vitamin C, Vitamin AComment

Spaghetti Squash and Ground Chicken Bake

This is a traditional ground meat tomato sauce casserole with a twist! This is a great dish to make with lower carbs than using pasta or rice. Something a little different and delicious to add to your week’s menu!

Renata’s Tasty Turkey, Bell Peppers, Mushroom, Tomato, Rice Bowl

Oh, I love this dish! The melding of flavours of the simple ingredients is delicious. And drizzled with tahini (or a balsamic vinegar glaze for those with sesame sensitivities) makes this dish a complete delight!