Recipes
Potatoes
This versatile vegetable began its journey in Peru, where potatoes in their vast variety have been an integral part of the Inca diet for more than 7,000 years. (The panoply of colour, size and [...]
Halloween Nuts and Bolts
Nuts and bolts is a savoury and addictive snack mix, also known as "party mix", often enjoyed during parties, gatherings, games, or holidays. It typically consists of a mixture of various crunchy and [...]
Sourdough Red Fife Waffles
Red Fife flour can used in place of any whole wheat flour, but, we think, with better results. Recipe courtesy of Highwood Crossing, Tony & Penny Marshall Highwood Crossing [...]
Root Vegetable Gratin
Root vegetable gratin is a delectable and comforting dish that celebrates the natural richness of earthy ingredients. Slices of hearty root vegetables like potatoes, sweet potatoes, and parsnips are layered with a velvety [...]
Roasted Butternut Squash
With Fall upon us, what better vegetable to enjoy than butternut squash. Roasting the bell shaped vegetable brings out the sweetness and nuttiness while preserving its nutritional value. Only simple ingredients like olive [...]
Oatmeal Bars
With school back in full swing, making sure kids of all ages have something delicious and filling to eat is always a priority. Cinnamon and chocolate chips mixed [...]
Best Guacamole Recipe
We've never met a guacamole we didn't like, and this variation is one of the most authentic we've made to date. After having this popular avocado dip made table side in Mexico, the [...]
Harvest Mashed Potatoes
Mashed potatoes are so common as to be almost disdained. And eating poorly prepared ‘mash’ as a child can put you off for a lifetime. However, creamy, buttery mashed potatoes can be a [...]
Harvest Scalloped Potatoes
A perennial autumn favourite is always scalloped potatoes. My grandmother made a bechamel for hers and, sadly, it could often be hit or miss. Years ago, the uber-talented Klaus Wöckinger, of La Chaumière [...]
Muffaletta
Muffaletta is a classic New Orleans sandwich consisting of olive salad, cheese and deli meats all layered in a large, round loaf of bread. Served at room temperature and never toasted, it's a [...]
Peach Crumble
Summer is not complete until you bite into a ripe, juicy peach. With peaches at their peak, it’s hard not to eat them by the bushel. From chutneys and sangria to sauces and [...]
Zucchini Hot Dog Relish
I’m fond of hot dogs. There, I said it. My requirements are few but specific. I like a soft white bun, toasted if possible, a good quality boiled or steamed wiener topped with [...]
Berry Salsa
Berry season is in full swing, and we are enjoying every minute of it. While we are grabbing orbs of blueberries by the handful, dipping strawberries in melted chocolate and topping raspberries with [...]
No-Churn Coffee Ice Cream
Ice cream. The ultimate treat. Ice cream conjures memories of good times, summer vacations and birthday parties. When I was pregnant, I ate tubs of Ben and Jerry’s Cookie Dough. I wonder if [...]
Goat Cheese Crostini 3 Ways
Summer entertaining should be easy and simple. These goat cheese crostini make tasty appetizers when company is coming, but they can also be the perfect snack for one. Crostini are easy to make [...]
Summer Berries
Ah, the berries of summer. I’ve always thought the appearance of local (and semi-local – thank goodness for B.C.) strawberries, raspberries and blueberries is what really heralds the advent of summer. We’ve whetted [...]
Fresh Berry Sangria
Aside from the profusion of pies, cobblers, squares, crisps, shortcakes, and the like, a mixed berry sangria is a delightful way to celebrate the season at a brunch or any al fresco occasion. [...]
Lunar Rhubarb Cake
I first saw this delicious pan cake years ago in one of Elizabeth Baird’s cookbooks; it’s a classic Canadian recipe proving there’s more to rhubarb than just pie. It’s a great way to [...]
Salsa Verde
Tomatillos, often called husk tomatoes, are not especially common in this neck of the woods, but they can be found. They are from the nightshade family and grow encased in a papery calyx [...]
Gomen (Stewed Kale)
Gomen is traditional Ethiopian stewed collard greens or kale. It is a deliciously flavourful way to eat your greens and is the perfect side dish to any meal. Do not omit the cardamom [...]
Strawberry Yogurt Popsicles
Cool down this summer with Strawberry Yogurt Popsicles! While ice cream is fun, popsicles are super easy to make at home with minimal effort. Using Greek yogurt to make these popsicles gives you [...]
Salsa Aguacate
This creamy pastel green salsa isn’t meant to be especially hot; it’s meant to provide a cooling counterpoint to other spicier condiments. Like all salsas, it can be spooned over a grilled protein [...]
Mezze Platter
Oh, what joy! Food boards are having a moment (or is it more like a long pause?) and foodies all over are HERE for it. All at once, images of creatively arranged nibbles [...]
Corn and Black Bean Salsa
This recipe is a hybrid of one discovered in a Southern Living magazine years ago, but most corn and black bean salsas are pretty similar. As with most salsas, it really comes down [...]