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Serves 6 to 8 Although it’s a bit of work to untie then retie a rolled pork roast, adding a stuffing is one way of enhancing the preparation for a special meal. I love this apricot- chipotle combination and like to serve it with accompaniments that continue the southwestern theme, such as sweet pota...
by Tiffany Collins
Vegetarian / Serves 2 The combination of goat cheese and ricotta with a blending of Italian seasonings is perfect for this panini. Preheat panini grill to high 1⁄4 cup goat cheese, softened 50 mL1⁄4 cup ricotta cheese 50 mL1⁄4 tsp Italian seasoning 1 mL4 slices sourdough bread (...
By Jennifer MacKenzie, Jay Nutt, Don Mercer
Makes about 31⁄2 cups (875 mL) “Good Old Raisins and Peanuts” has come a long way since we were kids. Combine as many dried fruits and nuts as you like to get your favorite combination, and pack several bags to satisfy munchies on the go. 1⁄2 cup dried cranberries 125 mL1⁄2 cup raisins ...
by Marilyn and Tanya Linton
With Asian menus so popular these days, this dessert has begun to pop up everywhere. It’s a terrific ending after sushi or stir-fries. And, perfect for relaxing on a hot summer day! 2 cups milk 500 mL1 cup whipping cream 250 mL3 tbsp green tea leaves or green tea with mint 45 mL2 egg yolks¾...
By Doinna-Marie Pye
Makes 4 servingsWith this stew, you can enjoy the flavors of North African cuisine without having to go to an exotic grocery store to buy the ingredients. Ladle it over couscous and serve it with some warm flatbread to soak up the savory sauce.Minimum 4-quart slow cooker 11⁄2 lbs boneless skinless...
By Cinda Chavich
Vegetarian / Serves 4This is a simple way to serve your beans in a vegetarian dish. Roti (Indian flatbread) is nice on the side, or serve over rice.Tip: Ghee is clarified butter. Buy prepared ghee in jars at Indian or South Asian groceries, or make it at home. Simply heat unsalted butter in a saucep...
Linda Stephen
Makes 5 servingsFrench chef Auguste Escoffier used poached peaches and raspberry sauce to create the famous dessert for the Australian opera singer, Nellie Melba. A stunning color combination, these two fruits are combined for the base of this cobbler.Raspberries give off a lot of juice, so make the...
Makes 4 to 6 servingsFrench bakeries and markets often sell pizza-like tarts like this one, available by the piece.For a different flavor, use smoked provolone or mozzarella cheese instead of Gruyère. Setting the oven on convection roast results in a crisper pastry. This recipe can easily be doubled...
by Meredith Deeds & Carla Snyder
Makes 16 BrowniesMake ahead: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 4 weeks. Flat BeaterPreheat oven to 350°F (180°C)8-inch (2 L) square metal baking pan, greased and floured Tip: To melt chocolate, first break it into small pieces. In a heatp...
Serves 4This soothing and satisfying soup is made in minutes with chicken left from Sunday’s roast.From Rose Murray: Quick ChickenFreezer TipThis soup is super fast and easy to prepare using cooked chicken from your freezer. You can also freeze the finished soup. Although its texture won’t be quite...