Soup Sunday: Carb Smart Pork and Mushroom Soup with Crispy Shallots from HelloFresh

HelloFresh is a meal kit delivery service that provides its customers with pre-measured ingredients and easy-to-follow recipe cards to make cooking at home both convenient and enjoyable. One of the latest meals we tried is the Carb Smart Pork and Mushroom Soup with Crispy Shallots, which is not only delicious but also healthy and low in carbohydrates.

Carb Smart Pork and Mushroom Soup with Crispy Shallots from HelloFresh Canada
You won't miss the potatoes in this porky mushroom soup! This meal is filled to the brim with veggies and topped with crispy shallots for a salty punch! Carb Smart is based on a per-serving calculation of the recipe's carbohydrate amount.

This recipe features ground pork, sliced mushrooms, and a variety of vegetables such as celery, onion, and garlic. The soup is seasoned with thyme and black pepper, giving it a savoury and comforting flavour. The recipe also includes chicken broth, adding a depth of flavour to the soup without adding any extra carbs.

One of the key features of this recipe is its low carbohydrate content. The soup is filling and nutritious by using vegetables as the primary carbohydrate source. Plus, I love the crunch from the crispy shallots on top. We also enjoyed this meal last month.

Carb Smart Pork and Mushroom Soup with Crispy Shallots from HelloFresh Canada
You won't miss the potatoes in this porky mushroom soup! This meal is filled to the brim with veggies and topped with crispy shallots for a salty punch! Carb Smart is based on a per-serving calculation of the recipe's carbohydrate amount.

Overall, HelloFresh's Carb Smart Pork and Mushroom Soup is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a delicious and healthy meal low in carbohydrates. With its hearty and comforting flavour, this soup will surely become a favourite in your household. So why not give it a try and see for yourself? Your taste buds and your waistline will thank you.

Sugar Loop Donut from Tim Hortons

The Tim Hortons Sugar Loop Donut is a sweet and delicious donut that is part of the Tim Hortons menu. The donut is made with a classic yeast dough that is shaped into a loop and deep-fried until golden brown. The outside of the donut is coated with a thick layer of granulated sugar, which gives it a crunchy and sweet texture.

By trying the Sugar Loop Donut I have found my favourite donut at Tim Hortons. It reminds me of the Chinese Donut I love from Kam Do Bakery in Richmond. It's basically fried donuts covered in sugar.

Sugar Loop Donut from Tim Hortons

It's such a simple, straightforward donut and, when done right, is fantastic. The Kam Do version is miles away better because it's freshly made daily, while Tim Horton's version is stale and dry. The simplicity is what I fell in love with.

Sugar Loop Donut from Tim Hortons

Overall, if you have a sweet tooth and are looking for a tasty treat, the Tim Hortons Sugar Loop Donut is definitely worth trying.

Chicken Noodle Soup from Tim Hortons

Tim Hortons is a beloved Canadian institution, known for its coffee, donuts, and a range of other menu items. One such item is the classic Chicken Noodle Soup, which is a popular choice for those looking for a warm, comforting meal on a cold day.

Do you know that feeling when you have a cold or fever and only want to snuggle under a warm blanket and have your favourite show in the background? For moments like that, I only want a bowl of Chicken Noodle Soup, and Tim Hortons has an affordable, easily accessible one.

Chicken Noodle Soup from Tim Hortons

The soup comes in a standard-sized bowl and is made with tender chicken, hearty noodles, and a savory broth. The chicken is cooked to perfection and has a great flavor that pairs well with the noodles. The broth is rich and flavorful, with just the right amount of saltiness.

After the Chili, their Chicken Noodle Soup is my second favourite.

Overall, if you're a fan of classic Chicken Noodle Soup, then Tim Hortons is definitely worth a try. It's a great option for those looking for a quick, satisfying, and affordable meal on the go.

Shrimp Saturday: Spicy Shrimp Curry from HelloFresh

I am trying to do #SoupSunday and #MeatlessMonday, and I even had #SalmonSaturday some weeks back. Today is #ShrimpSaturday.

We enjoyed a blueberry muffin with green tea for breakfast. Afterwards, we enjoyed the Hoisin-Glazed Shrimp leftovers for lunch. Then, for dinner, I prepared the Smart Spicy Shrimp Curry with Buttered Couscous from HelloFresh Canada.

Smart Spicy Shrimp Curry with Buttered Couscous

HelloFresh Description:

This silky, fragrant curry sauce built on warm spices, tomatoes and cream cheese is sure to delight your palate! A healthy serving of shrimp and a side of light couscous make this meal a wholesome wonder. Smart is based on a per serving calculation of the recipe's kilocalorie and carbohydrate amount.

Smart Spicy Shrimp Curry with Buttered Couscous from HelloFresh Canada
This silky, fragrant curry sauce built on warm spices, tomatoes and cream cheese is sure to delight your palate! A healthy serving of shrimp and a side of light couscous make this meal a wholesome wonder. Smart is based on a per serving calculation of the recipe's kilocalorie and carbohydrate amount.

Creamy Chill from Tim Hortons

Are you looking for a refreshing treat to cool you down on a hot summer day? Look no further than Tim Hortons' Creamy Chill!

Since it's a beautiful clear day in Vancouver, we decided to walk west to the Tim Hortons location, more than 2 kilometres from our place to indulge by ordering potato wedges (my favourite!), a small Vanilla Creamy Chill, and a large Chocolate Creamy Chill.

Small Vanilla Creamy Chill and Large Chocolate Creamy Chill from Tim Hortons

This delicious frozen beverage is made with a creamy blend of milk, your chosen flavoring, and ice, resulting in a smooth and velvety texture that is perfect for sipping on a hot day. And the best part? You can customize your Creamy Chill with a variety of flavors, including strawberry, chocolate, and vanilla.

We enjoyed the vanilla with our potato wedges in the store while we returned home carrying the large Chocolate Creamy Chill. Then, we drank it with our HelloFresh dinner.

Why do we have too much Tim Hortons food? My husband participates in a survey/research program which gives him a gift card. The most useful ones for us are Tims and DoorDash. Since these are "free" Tims, we get to play in Roll Up To Win - we won 3x coffee/hot beverages and a $25.00 Tim Card,

Fiery Lentil Spaghetti Arrabiata from HelloFresh Canada

#MeatlessMonday is my conscious effort to eat no meat on Mondays. However, since we're Catholic and it's lent, we abstain from eating meat on Fridays too. So, for today's dinner, we enjoyed the vegetarian Fiery Lentil Spaghetti Arrabiata with Spinach and Roasted Red Peppers from our HelloFresh box. It's the last meal from the box that arrived last Saturday, and we're expecting our new box tomorrow.

Fiery Lentil Spaghetti Arrabiata with Spinach and Roasted Red Peppers from HelloFresh Canada
There's nothing boring about this dinner! Lentils and tomatoes are the base of a sauce that's jazzed up with garlic, chili flakes and chili sauce. Spaghetti acts as the perfect pasta to capture all the sauce!

Replacing the usual beef or pork in the Arrabiata sauce are lentils. They provided an unexpected creaminess to the dish. I also like the freshness of the parsley. Overall, a satisfying meatless meal.

Fiery Lentil Spaghetti Arrabiata with Spinach and Roasted Red Peppers

HelloFresh Description:

There's nothing boring about this dinner! Lentils and tomatoes are the base of a sauce that's jazzed up with garlic, chili flakes and chili sauce. Spaghetti acts as the perfect pasta to capture all the sauce!

Fiery Lentil Spaghetti Arrabiata with Spinach and Roasted Red Peppers from HelloFresh Canada

Smart Hoisin-Glazed Shrimp from HelloFresh Canada

Happy Thursday! This is the first HelloFresh meal I told myself, hey, I can buy this from the ingredients from the grocery and have a low-calorie delicious meal in under 30 minutes. I only need hoisin sauce for the Smart Hoisin-Glazed Shrimp with Stir-Fried Sesame Veggies.

Smart Hoisin-Glazed Shrimp with Stir-Fried Sesame Veggies from HelloFresh Canada

I think it will also work with oyster sauce or with noodles. My mouth is watering at the thought.

Smart Hoisin-Glazed Shrimp with Stir-Fried Sesame Veggies

HelloFresh Description:

In this smart bowl, sticky-sweet shrimp top a nutty sesame stir-fry that's packed with delicious veggies. A garnish of toasted peanuts makes this dish the whole package!

Smart Hoisin-Glazed Shrimp with Stir-Fried Sesame Veggies from HelloFresh Canada

Cadbury Mini Eggs Dream Donut and Cadbury Mini Eggs Cookies from Tim Hortons

Spring is almost here, and Tim Hortons is welcoming the season with the return of their Cadbury Mini Eggs Dream Donut and the introduction of the new Cadbury Mini Eggs Cookies.

Cadbury Mini Eggs Dream Donut and Cadbury Mini Eggs Cookies from Tim Hortons

Most of the day, I was scrolling through the Tim Hortons mobile app to find a branch offering both Cadbury Mini Eggs treats. Most locations only have cookies, so when I spotted one with both donuts and cookies - I knew where to go.

We decided to have dinner at Tim Hortons and order my usual favourite Chili. We're also trying their Regular Roast Beef & Cheddar sandwich and Cream of Broccoli soup for the first time.

To end our meal, we enjoyed the Cadbury Mini Eggs Dream Donut and Cadbury Mini Eggs Cookies.

Regular Roast Beef & Cheddar Artisan Sandwich

The Roast Beef was messy, and it's alright. Not something I'll order again. The lettuce and tomato were good. However, the beef was bland, and the bread was too thick. The ratio was off.

Regular Roast Beef & Cheddar Artisan Sandwich from Tim Hortons

Cream of Broccoli Soup

The Cream of Broccoli Soup was bland. No taste whatsoever. It was the first time that I asked for salt and used it. It's needed to bring out more flavour from the cream and broccoli.

Cream of Broccoli Soup from Tim Hortons

Cadbury Mini Eggs Cookies

The Cadbury Mini Eggs Cookies have a crunchy exterior, soft, chewy interior, and crispy mini eggs. I'll gladly order the cookies again, even without the mini eggs. It's my kind of cookie - crisp and chewy.

Cadbury Mini Eggs Cookies from Tim Hortons

Cadbury Mini Eggs Dream Donut

The Cadbury Mini Eggs Dream Donut was alright. It's the Vanilla Dip donut with Cadbury Mini Eggs on top. If you're undecided on which one to get, go for the Cadbury Mini Eggs Cookies.

Cadbury Mini Eggs Dream Donut from Tim Hortons