Category: Recipe Box

Spicy Strawberry Chutney with Baked Brie

Sriracha and caramel; cayenne and chocolate; ghost pepper and molasses; chilies and honey. If these flavours have your mouth watering, then the sweet heat trend may be inviting your tastebuds out for lunch. Gone are the days when a simple touch of heat was enough to make a dish stand out. The demand for greater …

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Tempeh at Its Best

A staple of vegetarian menus, tempeh can be cooked in many ways. You will never see it the same way again with this twist on a Mexican classic. Spicy and tangy, this tostadas recipe is a fiesta of flavours and textures, combining the crispness of fried tempeh with the creaminess of avocados from Mexico. For …

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Slow Cooker Corned Beef, Barley, and Cabbage

Slow cooker meals perfect for cozy winter nights Looking to put a fresh twist on entertaining at home? Set a warm and casual tone by inviting friends and family to enjoy a classic Irish supper that pairs ideally with both light and full-bodied beer.  This easy recipe from GoBarley can be prepared the evening before …

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Sweet Potato and Crumbled Chorizo Appetizer

Satisfy your taste buds with these simple ingredients Stressing about what to make for a family barbecue or how to spruce up the kids’ after school snacks? Award-winning chef Cory Vitiello explains that simple ingredients are the key to delicious recipes that are easy to make at home. “I believe that inspired creativity has a …

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Golden Turmeric Cauliflower and Quinoa Bowls

Avocados are not only a tasty fruit, but provide good plant-based fat, which is low in saturated and trans fats. And a healthy diet low in saturated and trans fats may reduce the risk of heart disease. Yet despite their increasing popularity, one in two Canadians still don’t know how to incorporate avocados into their …

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Mushroom Cheeseburger Pizza

Combine everyone’s two favorite takeout orders into one homemade meal you can feel good about serving thanks to a fifty-fifty split of mushrooms and beef. Mushroom Cheeseburger Pizza Serves 8 Prep Time: 20 mins. Cook Time: 20 mins. Ingredients 8 oz fresh button Mushrooms 1 tbsp canola oil 1/2 lb lean ground beef 1 pkt Mushroom Seasoning …

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Tasty Winter Brunch Recipes for the Whole Family

Brunch is a favorite meal for many, but an old standard like bacon and eggs can have you in a rut. Whether you opt for a satisfying, any-time twist on a favorite or a deliciously savory breakfast treat, here are two recipes that are sure to please your tastebuds this season. Canadian “Butter Tart” Bagels …

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Christmas Drink Recipes from Around the World

Whether your preference is for alcohol or just a warming liquid, you’ll find something in the selections below to lift your holiday spirits. Wassail The basic Wassail hails from Britain where it has been a seasonal favorite for centuries. It’s a delightful mixture that comes in a variety of styles. Ingredients:1 gallon apple cider1 orange1 …

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Classic Holiday Sugar Cookies

The cookie that makes everyone merry Many of our fondest childhood memories consist of spending time with friends and family, baking delicious holiday cookies and eyeing the beautifully wrapped presents under the tree. Embrace nostalgia and create the perfect holiday cookie that tastes delicious and is easy to decorate. Instead of displaying a gingerbread house, …

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Overnight Baked French Toast

A decadent make-ahead brunch for the ultimate weekend feast Whether you’re a French toast enthusiast or prefer bacon and eggs, it’s hard to beat this perfect, over-the-top version of the classic brunch recipe. Plus, since the hands-on time is the night before, you can still get your beauty sleep and wake up ready to tuck …

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