Category: Recipe Box

Recipe: Farm-Made Peach Frozen Yogurt

Take advantage of this summer’s organic bounty from the local farmers’ market. Try this simple and delicious recipe, courtesy of Deb Vice, an Organic Meadow farmer: Farm-Made Peach Frozen Yogurt Ingredients 375 ml (1 ½ cups) Organic Meadow 2% M.F. Plain Greek Yogurt 500 ml (2 cups) organic peaches (frozen) 5 ml (1 tsp.) organic …

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Recipe: Beef and Mushroom Sliders

As an appetizer, snack, or main, sliders are a fun twist to the traditional hamburger. Easy to hold and dunk in condiments, sliders in their many variations make great party food, like this mouthwatering recipe: Beef and Mushroom Sliders Servings: 6 1 tbsp (15 ml) vegetable oil 1 cup (250 ml) diced onion 2 cups (500 ml sliced …

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Recipe: Grilled Zucchini Rolls

One of the highlights of the summer season is the incredible bounty of fresh produce – and grilling these vegetables gives them a smoky, delicious dimension. Chef BBQ Naz, a grilling expert from Broil King, shares some simple tips for flavour perfection: • When preparing vegetables, slice them to expose as much of the vegetable to …

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Marinated Strip Steaks with Gorgonzola Sauce

Marinated Strip Steaks with Gorgonzola Sauce Serves: 4 Prep Time: 20 minutes Marinating Time: 2 to 4 hours Grilling Time: 6 to 8 minutes Marinade • 2 cups beef broth • 1 cup dry red wine • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped • 2 tablespoons tomato paste • 4 New York strip steaks, each …

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Recipe: Garlicky Potato and Kolbassa Skillet

Kolbassa pieces are the main ingredient in this simple, skillet dinner that is sure to become a family favorite. Garlicky Potato and Kolbassa Skillet Ingredients 15 ml (1 tbsp.) olive oil 1 small onion, diced 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 large Yukon potatoes, diced into 1 cm (½ in.) pieces 1 pkg. 375g Piller’s Kolbassa …

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Mussels with Balsam Fir and Salt Roasted Pearl Onions: 100% Sustainable, 100% Delicious

As the world population grows, so does the demand for seafood – but our oceans cannot keep up. Our love of the fruits of the sea is putting enormous pressure on the marine environment and the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) is doing their part to help you learn about the issues. According to a 2010 …

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Recipe: North African Salad

 With warmer weather, more people turn to fun outdoor activities, especially after a long cold winter. Diet and exercise are the key ingredients of a healthy lifestyle, and fresh salads and other summertime delicacies abound. One particularly healthful diet trend is the Mediterranean diet, so named after the tastes and habits of the people living …

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Recipe: Grilled Pulled Pork Pizza

Whether you’re planning a small get-together with friends, or an all-out backyard bash, a great menu is a good starting point. “If you love summer entertaining but you’re tired of burgers, it’s easy to switch it up.” says Frank Spadafina, the food product development manager with Walmart. “A grilled pizza is a great way to …

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Gluten Free Spaghetti with Potatoes, Roasted Peppers, and Aromatic Herb Pesto

Have a guest with celiac or gluten-sensitivities coming over for dinner and have no idea what to make or where to start? “Preparing a meal for someone with gluten sensitivities can often feel like a daunting task, especially with the prominence of gluten in so many different foods,” says Home Economist and cookbook author, Mairlyn …

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Retro Recipe: Sloppy Joes

Revisit your childhood with the flavors of a retro classic made more nutritious with whole foods including mushrooms. Sloppy Joes Serves 4 Prep Time: 20 mins. Cook Time: 15 mins. Ingredients: 2 cups coleslaw blend – 500 mL ¼ cup chopped green onion – 60 mL ¼ cup coleslaw dressing – 60 mL 8 oz …

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