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This Year’s Flu Season Could Hit Hard—Here’s How to Prepare

Cold and flu season is here in Canada, and amid the 4th wave of COVID-19, experts are warning it could be worse than flu season 2020.


Should You Rake Leaves or Just Leave Them?

Is raking up your leaves and taking them to the dump really the best course of action?


Ginger S’mores

"I’ve spent a few years perfecting this recipe to get the cookie soft and full of flavor and to balance...


Cinnamon Crackle Cookies

"This recipe is the compilation of many years of baking. I make these cookies for a holiday bazaar and year-round...


Cinnamon Roll Macarons

"These macarons are a fall and winter staple for me. Inspired by the classic cinnamon roll, they are a delicious...


Pumpkin Cookies with Browned Butter Frosting

"The recipe for these pleasantly spiced pumpkin cookies won a champion ribbon at our local county fair. These are a...


White Chocolate-Cranberry Biscotti

"The original version of this recipe was handed down from my great-aunt. Through the years, my mother and I have...


Caramel Whiskey Cookies

"A bit of yogurt replaces part of the butter in the traditional cookie, but you would never know. I get...

Classic French Onion Soup

"Enjoy my signature French onion soup the way my granddaughter Becky does: I make onion soup for her in a...


Cornish Hens with Wild Rice and Celery

"Stuffed with a succulent combination of wild rice, mushrooms and dried cranberries, these golden hens are sure to become a...


Cauliflower au Gratin

"Count on this dish to make new vegetable converts. Whenever I serve it, people ask for the recipe. Sometimes I’ll...


Slow-Cooked Chicken Enchilada Soup

"This soup delivers a big bowl of fresh comfort—just ask my husband. Toppings like avocado, sour cream and tortilla strips...


Firehouse Chili

"As one of the cooks at the firehouse, I used to prepare meals for 10 men. This firehouse chili recipe...


Cornish Pasties

"My Great-Aunt Gladys was from a small mining town in England where pasties were popular. I loved to watch her...


Chili-Stuffed Poblano Peppers

"While exploring Mexican restaurants, I tasted chiles rellenos and wanted to make them at home. My husband and I teamed...


Apple Cider Pork Chops

"These apple cider pork chops are a must for fall family dinners. I serve them with buttered egg noodles to...


Chicken Potpie Galette with Cheddar-Thyme Crust

"This gorgeous galette takes traditional chicken potpie and gives it a fun open-faced spin. The rich filling and flaky cheddar-flecked...

Stuffed Pepper Soup

"I was talking about stuffed peppers with the other cooks at the restaurant where I work. We decided to mix...


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Grampa’s German-Style Pot Roast

"Grampa was of German heritage and loved the old-world recipes his mother gave him. I made a few changes so...


Pumpkin & Cauliflower Garlic Mash

"I wanted healthy alternatives to my family's favourite recipes. Pumpkin, cauliflower and thyme make an amazing dish. You'll never miss...


Pumpkin and Chicken Sausage Hash

"This can be served as a side or as the main dish for breakfast, lunch or dinner. I like to...


No-Crust Pumpkin Pie

Baked in a water bath, this pie has a texture that's more like a custard than a traditional pumpkin pie....


Roasted Pumpkin Salad with Orange Dressing

"Roasted pumpkin and dried fruits make this beautiful seasonal salad a natural match for holiday recipes. The dressing is a...

Best Curried Pumpkin Soup

"I whipped this up for my family on Thanksgiving, and everyone was crazy about it! Even my brother, who is...


Air Fryer Pumpkin Fries

"Move over French fries, because these homemade pumpkin fries are divine! They're not only healthier than traditional fries, but they're...


Creamy Pumpkin Hummus

"I love to serve this pumpkin hummus with sliced apples, pears and pita chips. Top it with toasted pumpkin seeds,...


Vegan Pumpkin Bread

"This easy vegan pumpkin bread recipe was given to me by my stepmom shortly after she and my dad got...


Scented Rice in Baked Pumpkin

"This easy, delicious and healthy side is a showpiece that always delights. You can use grain, squash, fruits and nuts...


Spicy Chicken Pumpkin Pizza

"Think pizza and pumpkin can’t go together? This chicken pumpkin pizza will change your mind. The sweetness of the pumpkin...