Calling flan a caramel custard is to do it an injustice. No mere pudding, this traditional Mexican dessert is the crème de la crème of sweets. Of course, not surprisingly, there are a hundred and one variations on the basic recipe. But sometimes the original is so much more than one can expect, to alter …
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Apr 09 2022
Meatless Options for the Grill: Grilled Sunnyside-up Egg-plant
Cheeseburgers, chicken thighs and hot dogs are common fare at summer barbeques, but what about guests who are looking to reduce their meat intake? In addition to traditional meat dishes, there are many ways to prepare meals on the grill that everyone can enjoy, including vegetarians. “Eating more meatless meals is one way to complement …
Apr 07 2022
French-style Spinach and Cheese Omelette
A Something Different RecipeDeveloped by Dana Jacobi A healthy breakfast is the perfect opportunity to start your day off on the right track. This French-style omelet is fluffy and golden with the rich flavor of Parmesan cheese and sautéed spinach. Eggs provide protein and B vitamins and at only 80 calories each, they’re an easy, healthy …
Apr 03 2022
Miso Glaze Cod
A recipe to spring you into the new season A great way to enter spring is spending time with your family and making new delicious recipes together. Celebrity chef Anna Olson shares her crowd-pleasing miso glaze cod recipe that is easy to make and only takes 35 minutes to prepare. Miso Glaze Cod Prep Time: …
Apr 01 2022
The Muskoka Breakfast Burger
This is picture perfect: you bite into a juicy, delicious, flamed-grilled burger topped with tangy dill pickles, a fried sunny-side up egg, and slice of real Canadian bacon – all the while watching the sun glisten on the lake from a dock on Georgian Bay. Why not make this cottage daydream a reality? Chef Matt …
Mar 25 2022
Eggs in Purgatorio
This protein-rich dish is perfect for a homemade holiday brunch. Fresh eggs cook quickly in a fragrant red sauce with just the right amount of basil. A quick sauté of onions, garlic and tomatoes helps it bridge the breakfast – lunch gap. Whole grain bread adds cancer-protective fiber and keeps you full the whole afternoon. …
Mar 20 2022
Spring Recipe You Can Make for Lunch: Za’atar Haloumi Sandwich
Whet your appetite and see what you can whip up for lunch with this simple and delicious sandwich. Seasoning the delectable fried haloumi cheese with zingy yet earthy za’atar is just what’s needed as winter comes to an end. When layered on naturally fermented bread, the flavours of the middle eastern spice blend – comprised …
Feb 28 2022
Recipe: Basil Chicken Marsala
This chicken marsala recipe is rich in basil, which really gives it a garden fresh flavor. It also has generous amounts of prosciutto, which adds a wonderful natural saltiness to the recipe. There’s no cream in this recipe, because the flavors balance each other and stand out enough without extra creaminess. Marsala wine is an …
Feb 27 2022
A Quick DIY Yakisoba Recipe
Looking for something uniquely Japanese to eat and want it fast? Yakisoba is the answer. It’s a traditional Japanese dish that is very easy to prepare. Yakisoba is basically pan fried noodles. It is a commoner’s food, not very fancy, and it’s usually prepared as a snack or as picnic food. The noodles used in …
Feb 22 2022
Roasted Red Bell Pepper Cauliflower Pizza
Want a healthier twist on a takeout favourite? Try this nutritious and delicious spin with cauliflower pizza, for those nights when you want a treat that’s as good for you as it tastes. This kidney-friendly pie is perfect for those looking to limit their intake of sodium and phosphorus. It was developed by dietitian Hanna …