Think sizzle and spice with these shrimp skewers and peanut pesto. Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with these Indian-flavoured kebobs that have a little sweet and a kick of spice. This take on pesto blends peanuts, coriander and coconut for a dipping sauce that is big on flavour, and better for your budget. Indian-Spiced Shrimp …
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May 17 2022
Brie, Pear and Prosciutto Pizza
Pears are ripe for picking in the late summer. Who needs delivery? Keep some pizza dough on hand to make a sweet and savoury meal the whole family will love. Brie, Pear and Prosciutto Pizza Ingredients • 30 mL (2 tbsp) all-purpose flour • 4 portions frozen pizza dough, thawed overnight in refrigerator • 200 mL (7/8 cup) brie, …
May 16 2022
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 …
May 14 2022
Recipe: Butter Chicken Naan Pizza
Explore the flavours of India with butter chicken naan pizza Experimenting with food from around the world is a healthy choice for families. It not only keeps mealtime exciting and interesting, but it also encourages adventurous eating. In fact, studies show that children who are exposed to a variety of flavours and foods early in …
May 11 2022
Pho Fried Rice Recipe
For those of you who enjoy that pho taste, this recipe gives you a creative twist while keeping those authentic Vietnamese flavors in mind. “Pho broth infuses the rice with savory notes of ginger, onion and spices in this fun twist on the Vietnamese noodle soup,” shares Tom Filippou, executive chef for President’s Choice Cooking …
May 08 2022
7 Tasty Twists on Classic Grilled Cheese
Kids love grilled cheese. Try these seven tasty twists on a family classic, one savory idea for each day of the week. Ingredients: 12 thin slices bread 1/4 cup (50 mL) softened butter (approx) 2 cups (500 mL) shredded cheese 1/2 cup (125 mL) Heinz Tomato Ketchup Preparation: Use the twists below to make a …
May 07 2022
Fresh and Light Veggie Pad Thai
Author: Sonja Goedkoop, MSPH, RD This versatile one-pot packs plenty of vegetables, plant protein, whole grains and flavorful herbs. Pad Thai may look daunting, but you can use any vegetables you have on hand and it takes just 15 minutes to cook. Restaurant versions use fried rice and heavy sauce. This healthy homemade recipe tastes better …
Apr 24 2022
How to Make Authentic Napa Cabbage Kimchi
Kimchi is a fascinating thing. It is a salt-pickled Korean vegetable dish often made primarily of Napa cabbage, but also made of daikon radish, cucumbers, spring onions and a wide variety of additional ingredients that create a range of flavor from spicy and hot to savory to mild and almost sweet. Currently, there are over …
Apr 24 2022
Punjabi Meethe Chawal
A festive Meethe Chawal is an aromatic dessert for your family celebration or for a dinner party with friends. The main ingredient is rice tinged with saffron and studded with nuts and raisins — and it’s a sweet treat that will have your guests asking for more. “This Meethe Chawal is a great choice for …
Apr 24 2022
Sweet Potatoes with Curried Beef, Mushrooms & Sour Cream
How to boost flavor, not calories A heart-warming combination of sweet potatoes, beef and mushrooms make for a healthy and flavorful low calorie meal. This recipe was developed by Mike Ward, a Toronto-based Aussie chef. Sweet Potatoes with Curried Beef, Mushrooms and Sour Cream Ingredients: • 4 medium sweet potatoes • 200 grams ground beef • 200 grams …