Elle Republic

These wholesome bran muffins are everything we want in a feel-good breakfast muffin: soft, not too sweet, and packed with fiber-rich goodness. Made with ripe bananas, grated carrots, wheat bran, and a touch of applesauce, they’re naturally moist and full of flavor. Plant-based milk and cozy spices like cinnamon and nutmeg tie it all together for the kind of muffin that feels indulgent — but isn’t. Whether you’re meal prepping...

This Chili con Carne is what I turn to when I want something hearty, bold, and deeply comforting. Made with ground beef, smoky bacon, tender beans, and just the right mix of spices, it’s everything I love in a classic beef chili. It’s cozy and satisfying, but still quick and easy enough to pull together on a weeknight. Plus, it makes the kind of leftovers that taste even better the next...

Tortellini in Gorgonzola Cream Sauce is my go-to for an easy, creamy pasta dinner. It’s packed with cheese tortellini, a rich Gorgonzola cream sauce, sweet grapes, fresh spinach, and toasted nuts—ready in under 30 minutes and totally comforting. The grapes might surprise you, but trust me—they’re the secret to balancing the bold, salty richness of the cheese with a burst of juicy sweetness. Add in a handful of greens...

I love a good potato salad, and this Creamy Potato Salad with Mayo, Dill and Capers is one of my new favourites. Tender potatoes are tossed in a light and creamy mayonnaise dressing with briny capers, chopped dill pickles, fresh herbs, and a little red onion for just the right amount of bite. It’s a simple, satisfying side dish that comes together in about 30 minutes—perfect for barbecues, weeknight dinners, or...

This Arugula Salad with Pears, Walnuts and Honey-Mustard Dressing is one of my favourite ways to bring bold, fresh flavours to the table with just a few simple ingredients. Peppery arugula, bitter radicchio, sweet ripe pears, and toasted walnuts come together beautifully with a zingy honey-mustard vinaigrette. It’s elegant enough for a dinner party but quick enough for a weeknight dinner—ready in just 15 minutes and so satisfying. Radicchio, Arugula & Pear...

Pasta Amatriciana is a bold and comforting Roman pasta dish featuring crispy guanciale, rich tomato sauce, and sharp Pecorino Romano. This Rigatoni Amatriciana recipe is easy to make, with just a handful of high-quality ingredients coming together for an irresistibly savoury and slightly spicy dish. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a special Italian-inspired dinner! What is the difference between Rigatoni Amatriciana and Bucatini Amatriciana? Both versions of this ancient traditional...