Jun 25 2019
Customize your cookies with this versatile plant-based recipe Plant-based eating has been one of the big trends of 2019 and has even taken centre stage as part of the new Canada’s Food Guide. Yet despite widespread awareness of the new food guide, according to recent survey commissioned by Becel, only one in two Canadians (52%) …
Jun 24 2019
Put plants on your plate with these spiced cauliflower “wings” Earlier this year, the new Canada’s Food Guide was released after much anticipation, removing the four food groups and, in place, providing tips and guidance on healthy eating habits. These habits include cooking at home, enjoying more fruits and vegetables, and opting for plant-based options …
Feb 19 2019
Usher in spring with this delicious brunch dish Asparagus is a culinary superstar of spring. Here’s an easy and delicious way to enjoy it — as a breakfast, lunch or light supper — from the staff at Harrowsmith magazine. Asparagus and Goat Cheese Frittata Prep time: 15-20 minutesCook time: 25 minutesServes: 6 Ingredients: Directions: Find more easy …
Feb 10 2019
This is one of my favorite salads, as a matter of fact, when I go to a new German restaurant, I always have to try their cucumber salad – that and their hot potato salad. The dressing combines smooth sour cream with tangy lemon juice and vinegar, and fresh dill. I like onions in mine, …
Jul 23 2018
Since we’re heading into August soon, our garden has been blooming with veggie delights. Yesterday, my husband and Coraline went out back to our raised bed and picked some delicious green tomatoes as well as some serrano peppers. The beautiful green bounty, coupled with the fact I had a bowl of tomatillos in the kitchen, …
Jun 22 2018
Simple summer entertaining with fewer calories Store-bought pastry makes this savoury tart an easy, family-friendly meal. Blending mushrooms into the ground meat mixture means lower calories, but adds a lot more flavour. Created by Mike Ward, celebrity chef and dad, your family is sure to love this tasty home-cooked meal. Beef, Mushroom & Chèvre Puff …
Jun 17 2018
Become the hero of your grill this summer Summer is upon us and that means one thing … grilling. Gather your friends and family for a barbecue with your favorite recipes, including fresh pork! Chef Ernest Servantes officially kicked-off Grilling Season in Miami doing what he does best: cooking up something special on the grill …
Jun 03 2018
Today I’m starting a new series – “Cooking with Coraline”. For those of you that don’t know, Coraline is my precious 3 year old daughter. She is spunky, she is witty, she is kind and she loves cooking! Today we decided to start our morning by making a quick – and I mean quick – …
May 12 2018
From fine Canadian rye to specialty teas and coffees, the process of blending is integral for creating many Canadian favorites. In fact, did you know that soft non-hydrogenated margarine is crafted from a blend of plant and seed oils, like canola and sunflower oil? It starts by pressing the plants and seeds into oils. Each …
Apr 28 2018
Mushrooms: Gentle on the Planet, Healthy on the Plate Want to start making more earth-friendly food choices in the kitchen? This Earth Month, start with mushrooms, a healthy food that requires minimal natural resources to produce. According to a 2017 study titled “The Mushroom Sustainability Story,” mushroom production requires relatively low water, energy and land …
