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Roasted Squash and Pepper Pasta with Cider and Chipotle Sauce

Apples let us savour the flavours of fall Each season boasts unique flavours and ingredients. The fall harvest, in particular, is known for apples, and Canada is known for its multitude of varieties – from sweet to tart. Each type of apple offers a distinct taste and characteristic, especially when it comes to cooking. If …

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West Coast Style Fish and Chips

Who doesn’t love fish and chips? But what about upgrading your pub favourite with nutritious salmon, high in protein, omega 3 fatty acids and vitamin D? You can also trade in sweet potato fries which are rich in complex carbohydrates, dietary fibre, beta carotene and vitamin C. For another healthy option, you can bake the …

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Recipe: Carrot Thai Soup

Warm up with Thai-inspired spicy soup In the fall and early winter, nothing warms the tummy or the spirit quite like a flavourful bowl of soup. And while chicken noodle soup is a common go-to, after a few bowls many of us want to try something a little different. Spice up your family’s food life …

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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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Getting the Most out of Your Candles

Have you ever had a candle that just doesn’t last?  Before you can even get any great use out of it, you have spilt wax down the sides, a broken wick and a black stain across it.  There seems to be nothing that can be done to get it lit again and it can be …

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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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