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Pistachio Cookies

"This wonderful pistachio cookie recipe is fun to make and everyone will be impressed with how pretty the green colouring is. They're one of my favourite holiday cookies." —Pat Habiger, Spearville, Kansas

Grilled Steak Fajitas

"This tasty main dish is as quick and easy to assemble as tacos. Marinating the meat overnight makes it very...


Sugarplum Cake

"Family and friends are surprised to hear this simple cake gets it moist flavour from a jar of baby food....


Zucchini Fritters

"One day I wanted to serve zucchini as a side dish—but I didn't have the time to slice and deep-fry...


Chimichangas

"Though still debated, Tucson is generally credited as the original home of the chimichanga (fried "burro", as we call them,...

Plantcakes

"This is the most aromatic and delicious pancake recipe ever, and a great way to use up scraps that are...


Simple Sparerib and Sauerkraut Supper

"This recipe simplifies our busy lives and lets us celebrate family time with a hearty meal that is on the...

Crustless Spinach Quiche

"I served this quiche recipe at a church lunch, and I had to laugh when one guy told me how...


Ravenswood Blueberry Miami Rib Marinade

The freshness of the blueberries, sweetness of honey and bold flavours from Ravenswood Zinfandel makes this marinade a sure fire...


Shanghai Noodles with Chicken and Broccoli

No need to travel to China for some great Shanghai Noodles!


Anna Olson’s Blueberry Lattice Top Pie

In this recipe from her latest cookbook, Bake With Anna Olson, the acclaimed Canadian pastry chef shares the best...

Bacon, Turkey and Fried Green Tomato Club

This recipe by Top Chef Canada’s Andrea Nicholson, in partnership with Greenfield Natural Meat Co., is...


Canadian Maple Turkey Chili

This Canadian Maple Turkey Chili is, frankly, as Canadian as it gets!


Sweet And Sour Cranberry Chicken

This unusual dish is so delicious it is sure to be a big hit. Serve over steamed rice or couscous....


Cheesy Penny Wafers

These flaky wafers and cheese straws are lower in fat and cholesterol than their traditional cousins, thanks to the...


Red Thai Curry With Tofu

This great-tasting, medium-hot curry is made with tofu  -  an exceptionally nutritious and low-fat ingredient that soaks up the fragrant...

Sweet Potato Curry With Paneer

A light, colourful curry that is very quick and easy to make, this is packed with anti-oxidant-rich vegetables. Sweet potatoes,...


Turkey Sloppy Joes

Let the kids get a little messy at dinner time with these delicious sloppy joes.


Black Bean Soup with Green Pepper

Here's a meatless soup with plenty of protein and fibre. The earthy flavour of black beans, cumin, and coriander is...


Twice-Baked Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

Use a half-and-half combination of butter and oil to maintain rich flavour while cutting back on the saturated fat that...


Tandoori Chicken Skewers with Wild Blueberry Fig Sauce

Combine traditional Indian flavours with refreshing wild blueberries to create this unique dish.


Chicken Liver Pate with Savoury Wild Blueberry Compote

Using inexpensive but delicious ingredients, David Chang, chef at Bespoke Craft Foods in Liberty Village, puts a spin on the...


Pad Thai with Prawns

Typical Thai flavours, including chilli, lime and coconut, combine in this aromatic stir-fry of prawns, noodles and Asian vegetables.


Fresh Pumpkin Tartlets

Pumpkins are now in season! These sweet, spicy tarts make a wonderful treat for guests and a great way to...


Apple and Cheddar Salad with Maple Dressing and Candied Walnuts

All the flavours of fall in one delicious salad.

Squash Waffles

The deep orange squash puree in these delicious breakfast treats packs each bite with beta-carotene and fibre.


Pumpkin Griddle Cakes

Whether it's fresh, frozen, or canned, pumpkin meat is high in fibre, an unbeatable source of beta-carotene, and ever-so out...


Lynn Crawford’s Homemade Granola

Visit your local farmer's market and impress your guests with Lynn Crawford's maple cranberry walnut granola.


Olive Dip

Your guest will rave about this easy-to-prepapre dish. Try it and make a change from your usual cheese dips -...


Roasted Sweet Potato Fries

These sweet potato fries are great as a side dish, a snack or serve them as an appetizer with a...