Serves 4 to 6 There are many different types of pasta available that have more nutrition that traditional pasta. You can find pastas made from quinoa, corn, cauliflower, amaranth, brown rice, chickpeas and red lentil. When you use alternative pastas, …
Serves 4-6 Fennel is a beautiful late winter vegetable with a mild, refreshing taste similar to liquorice. Use the bulb for the soup. Mince the delicate fronds for garnish. The stalks are too tough to eat —but make a great addition …
The key to this recipe is “mise-en-place.” Have all of your ingredients ready-to-go before you begin cooking. Mirin is a sweet Japanese cooking wine that is available in most grocery stores. If you can’t find it, substitute 1-tablespoon rice or …
SERVES 4 This recipe is very customizable. You can experiment with different types of mushrooms. You can make this with wild rice or a wild rice blend. You can also use any type of fish you have on hand, …
Yields 10-14 large muffins If your bananas are overripe and nobody wants to eat them you don’t have to throw them away! Cut them into chunks in a zip-top bag and place in the freezer for smoothies or to make …
Makes 2 Cups Fresh basil is the herb traditionally used in pesto. However, if you don’t have enough basil you can add other herbs like sage, thyme or parsley. You can even add baby kale or spinach. Pine nuts can …
Makes 8 (500 ml jars) Do you still have green tomatoes in your garden? These pickles are a great way to use them up. Green Roma tomatoes are best for spears. Round tomato varieties are best for slices. Use 1 tablespoon …
For infused waters, wash your ingredients thoroughly. Slice whole fruit or cucumbers as thinly as possible to expose more surface area to give your water maximum flavour. Layer your ingredients in a pitcher or large mason jar. Add 4 to …
Yield 12-18 pieces These tasty snacks can be prepared from ingredients you probably have on hand. You can adjust the hot sauce to make them as spicy or mild as you wish. Garnish them with finely minced green onions, chives, …
Serves 6 Canada’s new food guide recommends eating lots of vegetables and fruits, cooking at home more often and being mindful of your eating habits. Lentils (also known as dal) are an important staple in southeast Asia. Lentils have been …
Serves 4-6 Fresh corn on the cob is one of the many pleasures of summer. However, for some people with dental issues, like braces or dentures, eating corn on the cob can be difficult. This recipe is a great alternative …
Easy to make and versatile. The sweetness depends on the type of apple you choose. Sweeter apples like Honey Crisp or Golden Delicious will require less sweetener after the apples are cooked. Tarter apples like Empire or Cortland will require …