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How to Make Cute Felt Pillow Monsters for Halloween

These pillow monsters are fun to make, and they are a great way to let you and your child’s creativity flow, because you can make them any way you like. If you’re wondering where to start, follow the design in the picture for your first pillow monster, and then, once you’re more comfortable with working …

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Recipe: Butternut Squash Shepherd’s Pie

Fall is when people start looking for hearty comfort food. But dishes that warm the soul don’t have to be the calorie bomb we often expect. Rose Reisman, cookbook author and renowned healthy living advocate, serves up a new take on a family favorite, with only 270 calories and a healthy 25.6g of protein per …

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Protein-Rich, Easy-to-Make, Roasted Vegetable Casserole

Looking for a wholesome meat-free meal for six? If you have rice on hand, just add a protein and a veggie to produce a meal in minutes – and faster than a take-out order could arrive at your door. With minimal effort, this delicious creation can be on your table in less than 45 minutes …

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Thai Flank Steak Kebobs

Fire up the barbecue with peanutty, Thai-inspired kebobs With the traditional Thai flavours of lime, chili and peanuts, this mouth-watering dish will add wow factor to your next barbecue. For tender and tasty bites, slice your meat against the grain and provide ample time for marinating. Thai Flank Steak Kebobs Prep time: 15 minutes Marinating …

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Recipe: Easy Vegetarian Enchiladas

Simple suppers to satisfy vegetarians and meat-lovers Looking for hearty and filling vegetarian recipes? These easy and cheesy enchiladas are sure to please both vegetarians and meat-lovers. This flavourful recipe also uses fibre-rich black beans which can help lower cholesterol and decrease the risk of heart disease. Easy Vegetarian Enchiladas Preparation time: 20 minutes Total …

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Recipe: Lamb Ragout

Make-ahead meals impress on weekdays This one pot ragout is extremely flavorful and an easy weekend meal. Mushrooms blend seamlessly with the ground lamb, extending the portion size and boosting the flavor. Leftovers taste even better the next day, so save some to serve again during the busy week. Lamb Ragout Prep Time: 15 minutes …

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Cheesy Cauliflower by Harry Lalousis

Your favourite food? There’s a sommelier for that When you hear the word, “sommelier” you most likely picture an expert at pairing and serving wine. But the term is evolving, and wine-lovers aren’t the only ones who can benefit from their expertise. Aficionados with a taste for everything from hot sauce to coffee are applying …

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Prepare the Perfect Pulled Pork Sandwich Right at Home

Love having pork when you eat out, but have no idea how to make a tasty, juicy version at home? Turns out you’re not alone — according to a recent Ipsos survey, 27 per cent of consumers ordered pulled pork the last time they selected a pork dish at a restaurant, but only one per …

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Toasted Coconut Trail Mix Bites

Trail mix is a year-round favourite that can be a great source of protein and heart-healthy fats. “Whip up a batch of these bite-size fruit and nut treats to keep in your fridge for a quick and satisfying car snack before the kids’ soccer game,” says Samara Foisy, registered dietitian for President’s Choice. “It’s easy …

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Chef Cory Vitiello’s Penne Rigate with Rapini and Chorizo Sausage

There’s no doubt that we love pasta – after all, it can be found in almost nine out of 10 Canadian kitchens. We embrace both local and global influences that have us experimenting with fewer and fresher ingredients, as well as different taste combinations. Catelli Foods decided to look at how Canadian families today embrace …

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