Category: Breakfast & Brunch

Pumpkin Protein Breakfast Cookies

Vegan breakfast cookies packed with pumpkin and anti-inflammatory ingredients It’s pumpkin season, and these delicious cookies, which are high in soluble fibre, omega-3 fatty acids and protein will keep you satisfied for hours. Soluble fibre plays a role in lowering inflammation, stabilizing blood sugar, reducing cholesterol levels and supporting overall gut health, say dietitians at …

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Five-Spice Peanut and Pumpkin Muffins

Fall for these peanut and pumpkin muffins with a kick of spice Pumpkins, nuts and spice – it’s a taste of fall. Adding peanut butter to muffin batter packs extra protein and helps keeps the muffins moist. This recipe can also make a delicious loaf; simply bake at 350°F (180°C) for an hour, or until …

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Spinach Polenta with Mushrooms, Leek, and Poached Egg

Brunch made over easy This rich and flavourful polenta dish is perfect for a weekend brunch or weeknight meal — because what’s better than breakfast for dinner? Creamy polenta is elevated with the addition of umami-rich mushrooms. A poached egg on top completes the dish and adds another layer of texture. Spinach Polenta with Mushrooms, …

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The Fluffiest Pancake of All Time

Looking to expand your culinary cuisine and try something new? This stacked pancake cake is a simple twist on the classic French dessert, Mille-Crepe Cake. “A traditional mille-crepe cake consists of 20 layers of paper thin crepes, each separated with a dollop of French pastry cream,” says Tom Filippou, executive chef for President’s Choice. “In this lightened …

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Baked Eggs with Mushrooms by Isabelle of Crumb: A Food Blog

Baked Eggs with Mushrooms by Isabelle of Crumb: A Food Blog Serves 4 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Ingredients 1 1/2 lbs mixed mushrooms, thinly sliced (ie. crimini, shiitake, oyster, etc) 2 tbsp butter 2 tbsp dry sherry or white wine 1/2 tsp dried thyme Salt and pepper to taste 4 eggs …

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Recipe: Crêpes à l’amande

Almond milk adds a light, refreshing and nutty taste to these sweet crêpes. Topped with your favourite fresh fruit, they’re excellent served as a light dessert or brunch dish. Additional recipes can be found at www.almond-fresh.com. Crêpes à l’amande Makes 16 to 20 crêpes Ingredients: 2 cups (500 ml) Almond Fresh Unsweetened or Original 1 …

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Mexican Chorizo Breakfast Tacos

Most of us center our calendars around the summer months — it’s the time of year we get to enjoy basking in the sunshine and exploring the great outdoors. And when it’s camping, cottage and festival season, who wants to be stuck in the kitchen? Cooking on the grill, outdoor stove or over a roaring …

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Fresh Corn Pancakes with Lime Drizzle

A Something Different RecipeDeveloped by Dana JacobiStart your morning off right with these light and easy pancakes. Fresh corn is in abundance during the summer and adds a subtle sweetness. Combining whole wheat and all-purpose flour is a fun cooking hack that enhances the nutrition without changing the flavor and texture. Drizzle on our lime and honey …

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Recipe for Blueberry Hazelnut Pancakes

Delicious blueberries are a favorite for good reason – they’re rich in disease-fighting nutrients and are a good source of antioxidants. Now you can enjoy them even more throughout the year, as Canadian researchers are working on growing and storing them longer outside the normal season. The team at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s Kentville Research …

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Banh Mi Breakfast Bialy

Banh Mi is a culinary fusion of Vietnamese and French flavours. “The popular Vietnamese sandwich is infinitely variable, but always features a profusion of colours and textures, usually includes some form of pork, and often includes a tangy vegetable pickle,” says Tom Filippou, executive chef for President’s Choice. “Dense and chewy bialy buns support all …

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