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by author Jason McRobbie
With its pristine setting, five diamonds, and four stars, the Banffshire Club at the Fairmont Banff Springs has earned a reputation for epicurean excellence and no small measure of rustic elegance. Deepening the room’s regional roots has been a mission for some time.
“We’ve been the ultimate in fine dining for many years,” says chef de cuisine Ian Bens, who recently assumed the role of his mentor Chef Daniel Buss and since has taken firm aim at balancing comfort and authenticity. Front and centre is an emphasis on local ingredients lovingly prepared. As such, slow cooking sous-vides (using a low-temperature water bath) and lovingly crusted proteins from the restaurant’s renowned maple hardwood charcoal grill share the labour, while regional bounties take the spotlight.
Although year-round fresh ingredients are a challenge to procure in Alberta, Buss and Bens have developed a network that continues to grow. Broxburn Farms in Lethbridge provides the kitchen with sustenance throughout the seasons with a mix of hothouse and field-fresh products. The family-run greenhouses at Hotchkiss Farms supply organic heirloom vegetables to the Banffshire Club and many other restaurants in southern Alberta. Heritage-bred Berkshire pork is a recent addition from Broek Pork Acres.
For Bens, who is perpetually inspired by quality ingredients, the network fuels both his passion and his dishes.
“People are extremely interested in organic products and they react well when we promote our sources,” he explains. “Every time we change the menu, we include the names of the farms and work to educate both our servers and guests.”
Bens agrees that local farmers’ markets are enjoying a resurgence. “They’re huge here now, and a real sense of community has developed. Being able to meet the people who grow your foods, bring home the best ingredients, and know you are helping the local economy is a great thing.”
He laughs at the notion that it is far easier to grab a frozen pizza from the supermarket than cook a healthy meal. “There is really nothing simpler or more delicious than a ragout of local vegetables, some seasonal greens, and a roasted free-range chicken.”
Date and Pecan-Crusted Venison
Caramelized Pear Phyllo with Five-Spice Ice Cream
Jason McRobbie is a freelance writer and creative consultant who nourishes his passion for cuisine through his involvement with local food groups such as Culinary Tourism British Columbia.
Source: alive #313, November 2008
Beyond Wheat
You've seen them in the store, heard how healthy they are--even learned how to spell them so you can put them on your grocery list. But what can you actually cook with exotic grains? The answer is easy--just about anythin.
You've seen them in the store, heard how healthy they are--even learned how to spell them so you can put them on your grocery list. But what can you actually cook with exotic grains? The answer is easy--just about anythin.
Persian Delights
As a chef and food stylist, I use a myriad of recipes that are inspired by cultures around the world. My kitchen can often be a virtual "melting pot" of different traditional foods.
As a chef and food stylist, I use a myriad of recipes that are inspired by cultures around the world. My kitchen can often be a virtual "melting pot" of different traditional foods.
Eastern European Favorites
With such a rich history, it's not surprising that Eastern Europe's food is famous for being quite hearty and hardy. By combining tradition with a healthier approach, I've come up with several lighter samples of popular recipes. These flavorful concoctions are sure to leave the palate--and the belly--fully satisfied..
With such a rich history, it's not surprising that Eastern Europe's food is famous for being quite hearty and hardy. By combining tradition with a healthier approach, I've come up with several lighter samples of popular recipes. These flavorful concoctions are sure to leave the palate--and the belly--fully satisfied..
Herb Flavors To Savor
Fragrant herbs are always a joy, whether in the garden or in the kitchen. Some, like thyme and oregano, are trusted cooking classics, their flavors well-known to many a cuisine lover.
Fragrant herbs are always a joy, whether in the garden or in the kitchen. Some, like thyme and oregano, are trusted cooking classics, their flavors well-known to many a cuisine lover.
Winter Warmth
The cold of winter is here and our thoughts turn to cozying at the home hearth with loved one.
The cold of winter is here and our thoughts turn to cozying at the home hearth with loved one.
Bon Appetite
January means a fresh start--a new year, a healthier lifestyle. We're committed to our New Year's resolutions and whole foods are at the top of the list.
January means a fresh start--a new year, a healthier lifestyle. We're committed to our New Year's resolutions and whole foods are at the top of the list.
Burritos Rancheros
These burritos taste great either warm or cold and are a creative way to enjoy the health benefits of eggs.
These burritos taste great either warm or cold and are a creative way to enjoy the health benefits of eggs.
Hey Mom, Take a Break
Meals should always be prepared with love and eaten with joy, especially on Mother's Day. This year, reward your mom for all her hard work. Take the time to serve her the healthiest and tastiest food possible. It will make her feel like a queen. (And don't forget to clean up afterwards!)
Meals should always be prepared with love and eaten with joy, especially on Mother's Day. This year, reward your mom for all her hard work. Take the time to serve her the healthiest and tastiest food possible. It will make her feel like a queen. (And don't forget to clean up afterwards!)
Sit Down to Sabzi
Ancient cultures travelled down the likes of the Euphrates and Nile rivers carrying herbs and spreading knowledge of their healing qualities.
Ancient cultures travelled down the likes of the Euphrates and Nile rivers carrying herbs and spreading knowledge of their healing qualities.
Beach Party!
August is the perfect month for outdoor eating. Invite friends and family to a picnic-at the beach, in the park, on top of a mountain or even in your own garden.
August is the perfect month for outdoor eating. Invite friends and family to a picnic-at the beach, in the park, on top of a mountain or even in your own garden.
Holiday Tradition with Nutrition
To prepare you for the holiday season, this year we're featuring an international selection of festive recipes that are both wholesome and tantalizing to your taste buds.
To prepare you for the holiday season, this year we're featuring an international selection of festive recipes that are both wholesome and tantalizing to your taste buds.
Stuff It!
Elegantly scooped and stuffed, the following delectable combinations give a new look to the most simple traditional food.
Elegantly scooped and stuffed, the following delectable combinations give a new look to the most simple traditional food.
Fun and Fabulous Fare with Fibre
Increasing your intake of high-fibre foods helps prevent disease and is another important step toward better health. Fibre keeps the bowels healthy and fills your stomach so you tend to eat less.
Increasing your intake of high-fibre foods helps prevent disease and is another important step toward better health. Fibre keeps the bowels healthy and fills your stomach so you tend to eat less.
Vegetable Risotto
Nutrient-rich brown rice is the whole rice kernel with only its hull removed. It has a nutty flavour and is high in vitamins B and E, iron and amino acids (the building blocks of protein).
Nutrient-rich brown rice is the whole rice kernel with only its hull removed. It has a nutty flavour and is high in vitamins B and E, iron and amino acids (the building blocks of protein).
Viva les Veggies
Ever since the Hunza tribe were studied in their Himalayan Shangri-La in the early 20th century, we, in the west, have been looking to other cultures for an anti-aging miracle. Recent research into the Okinawan peoples of Japan shows that eating whole grains, seaweed, and local fresh produce are other keys to long life..
Ever since the Hunza tribe were studied in their Himalayan Shangri-La in the early 20th century, we, in the west, have been looking to other cultures for an anti-aging miracle. Recent research into the Okinawan peoples of Japan shows that eating whole grains, seaweed, and local fresh produce are other keys to long life..
Prostate Power
Hundreds of scientific studies are proving soybeans have anticancer and antiviral properties because of the protease inhibitors they contain, which can act as antioxidants.
Hundreds of scientific studies are proving soybeans have anticancer and antiviral properties because of the protease inhibitors they contain, which can act as antioxidants.
Recipes For the Back-To-School Rush
September is a time of transition from the long lazy days of summer to the sometimes hectic, back-to-school schedule. Getting children to ballet and soccer practice and coordinating all the drop-offs and pickups mean that family life can get busy quickly. This month's recipes ease the transition by highlighting seasonal fresh market produce in easy late summer meals that are pulled together in 20 minutes or less.
September is a time of transition from the long lazy days of summer to the sometimes hectic, back-to-school schedule. Getting children to ballet and soccer practice and coordinating all the drop-offs and pickups mean that family life can get busy quickly. This month's recipes ease the transition by highlighting seasonal fresh market produce in easy late summer meals that are pulled together in 20 minutes or less.
A Light Meal to Welcome Crisper Days
October is such a great time for preparing locally grown food. I love combining crisp, colourful produce with the earthy flavours and feel of fall's root vegetables. The last of the local farmers' markets are happening now, and they're the perfect place to load up on herbs, specialty cheeses, and produce.
October is such a great time for preparing locally grown food. I love combining crisp, colourful produce with the earthy flavours and feel of fall's root vegetables. The last of the local farmers' markets are happening now, and they're the perfect place to load up on herbs, specialty cheeses, and produce.
These Festive Dishes will Dazzle Your Holiday Guests
During the holiday season it's traditional to indulge in too much buttery shortbread cookies and fatty ham and turkey. So this month I have put together a combination of recipes that load our bodies with fibre, vitamins, nutrients, and healthy fats to reverse the trend and boost health.
During the holiday season it's traditional to indulge in too much buttery shortbread cookies and fatty ham and turkey. So this month I have put together a combination of recipes that load our bodies with fibre, vitamins, nutrients, and healthy fats to reverse the trend and boost health.
Stuffed Squash with Endive
Baked squash is comfort food and this combination of colourful vegetables provides a bounty of healthful beta-carotene.
Baked squash is comfort food and this combination of colourful vegetables provides a bounty of healthful beta-carotene.
Stuffed Onions with Kamut
Onions are acknowledged for their healing properties while kamut, an ancient relative of modern durum wheat, is gaining popularity as a low-gluten grain that's well tolerated by wheat-sensitive people.
Onions are acknowledged for their healing properties while kamut, an ancient relative of modern durum wheat, is gaining popularity as a low-gluten grain that's well tolerated by wheat-sensitive people.
Fennel Stuffed Cabbage
Red cabbage often has tougher leaves than white varieties because it takes longer to mature. Here the cabbage is gently braised until tender.
Red cabbage often has tougher leaves than white varieties because it takes longer to mature. Here the cabbage is gently braised until tender.
Onion Flan
This delicious fibre-rich flan comes with a whole grain flour crust and plenty of aromatic onions and herbs. Serves four to six.
This delicious fibre-rich flan comes with a whole grain flour crust and plenty of aromatic onions and herbs. Serves four to six.
Indonesian Vegan Rice
This dish is rich in fibre, carbohydrates, vitamins and trace elements. It keeps for several days if refrigerated and tastes good also if served at room temperature. You may serve the rice just like this or with your favourite tomato sauce. Serves six.
This dish is rich in fibre, carbohydrates, vitamins and trace elements. It keeps for several days if refrigerated and tastes good also if served at room temperature. You may serve the rice just like this or with your favourite tomato sauce. Serves six.
Savoury Brussels Sprouts
A member of the famed cabbage family, brussels sprouts are loaded with vitamins A and C, folic acid, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, iron and of course, fibre. Serves four.
A member of the famed cabbage family, brussels sprouts are loaded with vitamins A and C, folic acid, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, iron and of course, fibre. Serves four.
Herb Spaetzle with Basil Tomato Sauce
Fresh spaetzle is delicate and light, yet slightly chewy. Your senses will enjoy its smooth texture and the taste of fresh garden herbs bathed in a delicious yet simple tomato sauce. Serves two to four.
Fresh spaetzle is delicate and light, yet slightly chewy. Your senses will enjoy its smooth texture and the taste of fresh garden herbs bathed in a delicious yet simple tomato sauce. Serves two to four.
Peas in the Pod and Carrot Stars
Edible-pod peas such as snow peas or snap peas add delightful sweetness and crunch to any meal. The peas and carrots go well with rice or nugget potatoes. Serves two to four.
Edible-pod peas such as snow peas or snap peas add delightful sweetness and crunch to any meal. The peas and carrots go well with rice or nugget potatoes. Serves two to four.
Pappardelle with Wild Mushrooms
The Marsala and mushrooms taste wonderful together and the entire dish can be made in no time.
The Marsala and mushrooms taste wonderful together and the entire dish can be made in no time.
Braised Red Cabbage with Potato Pancakes
This recipe comes from the former Czechoslovakia. Now that the country has become separate republics, both parts lay claim to the origins of the dish. With such a kaleidoscope of flavors, it's easy to see why everyone enjoys it. Serves two.
This recipe comes from the former Czechoslovakia. Now that the country has become separate republics, both parts lay claim to the origins of the dish. With such a kaleidoscope of flavors, it's easy to see why everyone enjoys it. Serves two.
Stuffed Bell Pepper with Mashed Potato and Roasted Onion
If you want a healthy Polish dish that you will enjoy from start to end, this is the one you're looking for. This dish is usually served with yogurt.
If you want a healthy Polish dish that you will enjoy from start to end, this is the one you're looking for. This dish is usually served with yogurt.
Mini Onion and Cheese Pie
It doesn't matter which way you eat the onion, it's always good for you! Onions are antibiotic and can be added to almost any savory dish, along with oregano (also known as marjoram), one of the most versatile herbs.
It doesn't matter which way you eat the onion, it's always good for you! Onions are antibiotic and can be added to almost any savory dish, along with oregano (also known as marjoram), one of the most versatile herbs.
Pumpkin Polenta with Kefir-Honey-Walnut Sauce
Served as appetizer or main course, these pumpkin polenta pancakes make a delectable meal. You should share this dish with a friend or two--believe me, it will be the conversation of every party. Serves two.
Served as appetizer or main course, these pumpkin polenta pancakes make a delectable meal. You should share this dish with a friend or two--believe me, it will be the conversation of every party. Serves two.
Glazed Pumpkin and Rösti
Rösti (meaning "roast" or "grill") is a traditional Swiss German dish of grated potato shaped into patties and panfried. I've flavored this rösti with Savoy cabbage and delicate seasonings and it goes wonderfully with the sweet and buttery glazed pumpkin. Serves two.
Rösti (meaning "roast" or "grill") is a traditional Swiss German dish of grated potato shaped into patties and panfried. I've flavored this rösti with Savoy cabbage and delicate seasonings and it goes wonderfully with the sweet and buttery glazed pumpkin. Serves two.
Stuffed Zucchini Roll
A good chef must always think about the right ingredient and the right dish for the right season. This zucchini stuffed with pumpkin is perfect for the fall when you need something hearty and warm to boost your spirit and get you ready for the chill of winter.
A good chef must always think about the right ingredient and the right dish for the right season. This zucchini stuffed with pumpkin is perfect for the fall when you need something hearty and warm to boost your spirit and get you ready for the chill of winter.
Potato Goulash
This hearty goulash can be made even more flavorful by adding half a pound (250 g) of mushrooms. Serve with sour cream or thick yogurt. Serves four.
This hearty goulash can be made even more flavorful by adding half a pound (250 g) of mushrooms. Serve with sour cream or thick yogurt. Serves four.
Stuffed Beets
Use this stuffing recipe for other root vegetables like yams and potatoes. Choose small vegetables if you're serving as an appetizer or snack, larger ones if it will make up the bulk of the meal. Serves two.
Use this stuffing recipe for other root vegetables like yams and potatoes. Choose small vegetables if you're serving as an appetizer or snack, larger ones if it will make up the bulk of the meal. Serves two.
Root Veggie Gratin
Root vegetables are full of vitamins and minerals (especially vitamins A and C) and calcium and potassium. Macrobiotic cooks believe that roots have the highest potential out of the whole plant to strengthen and energize the body. Serves four.
Root vegetables are full of vitamins and minerals (especially vitamins A and C) and calcium and potassium. Macrobiotic cooks believe that roots have the highest potential out of the whole plant to strengthen and energize the body. Serves four.
Potato Mousse with Zucchini
Mousse doesn't only come in a chocolate flavor! Here potatoes meet zucchini in a subtle blend that's sure to tantalize your tastebuds. Serves four.
Mousse doesn't only come in a chocolate flavor! Here potatoes meet zucchini in a subtle blend that's sure to tantalize your tastebuds. Serves four.
Rotini with Orange-Cream Sauce
The familiar pasta, along with the original combination of vegetables in sauce will renew your vitamin and energy supplies and lift your spirits. The fresh asparagus, pepper, ginger and cilantro with a touch of orange make a succulent dish!
The familiar pasta, along with the original combination of vegetables in sauce will renew your vitamin and energy supplies and lift your spirits. The fresh asparagus, pepper, ginger and cilantro with a touch of orange make a succulent dish!
Marinated Portobello Mushrooms
A healthy start to the New Year means eating the best of fresh seasonal vegetables and discovering unique yet simple ways to prepare foods that entice throughout the year. In the winter when your vitamin and mineral supply gets depleted, this dish replenishes your body's needs. Comforting and warming, the mushrooms impart a robust flavour and the essence of the marinade in a fresh new taste.
A healthy start to the New Year means eating the best of fresh seasonal vegetables and discovering unique yet simple ways to prepare foods that entice throughout the year. In the winter when your vitamin and mineral supply gets depleted, this dish replenishes your body's needs. Comforting and warming, the mushrooms impart a robust flavour and the essence of the marinade in a fresh new taste.
Stuffed Kohlrabi with Lemon-Tarragon Sauce
Said to energize the stomach, kohlrabi helps you get rid of the winter blues and rebuild your supply of valuable nutrients. The mild sweet kohlrabi is a member of the cabbage family and is especially rich in vitamin C as well as a good source of vitamins A, E and B, calcium, potassium, magnesium, sodium and zinc. Garnish with more sprouts to boost your energy with live enzymes.
Said to energize the stomach, kohlrabi helps you get rid of the winter blues and rebuild your supply of valuable nutrients. The mild sweet kohlrabi is a member of the cabbage family and is especially rich in vitamin C as well as a good source of vitamins A, E and B, calcium, potassium, magnesium, sodium and zinc. Garnish with more sprouts to boost your energy with live enzymes.
Eggplant Cordon Bleu
Renew your love affair with this variation on a classic entrée. We depend on nutrients from vegetables. The grains, eggplant and flax seeds in this dish give you an abundance of high-quality, easily absorbed carbohydrate protein, vitamins, minerals, fibre and healthy oils. Eggplant has a unique flavour and texture. It's low in calories and an excellent source of folic acid.
Renew your love affair with this variation on a classic entrée. We depend on nutrients from vegetables. The grains, eggplant and flax seeds in this dish give you an abundance of high-quality, easily absorbed carbohydrate protein, vitamins, minerals, fibre and healthy oils. Eggplant has a unique flavour and texture. It's low in calories and an excellent source of folic acid.
Green Bean Casserole
Green beans have lots of vitamin A and potassium, which is needed to keep your heart on the road to good health. You can also make this recipe using carrots instead of beans--they're also full of vitamin A. Serve with mashed potatoes and a crisp green salad.
Green beans have lots of vitamin A and potassium, which is needed to keep your heart on the road to good health. You can also make this recipe using carrots instead of beans--they're also full of vitamin A. Serve with mashed potatoes and a crisp green salad.
Mashed Potatoes with Celery Root
When visiting Europe recently, a taxi driver took us around Frankfurt. During our conversation, she shared a fantastic recipe with me. I've already tried it out and everybody loved it! Celery root (also known as celeriac) is a variety of celery. It's more popular in Europe, but still available here year-round. Look for firm, clean roots with no soft spots or sprouts. Store celery root in the fridge for up to two weeks. Celery also provides vitamin C, potassium and calcium. Serve this healthy reminder of romantic old Europe with a side dish of sautéed tomatoes or your favourite vegetables and a cheese frittata.
When visiting Europe recently, a taxi driver took us around Frankfurt. During our conversation, she shared a fantastic recipe with me. I've already tried it out and everybody loved it! Celery root (also known as celeriac) is a variety of celery. It's more popular in Europe, but still available here year-round. Look for firm, clean roots with no soft spots or sprouts. Store celery root in the fridge for up to two weeks. Celery also provides vitamin C, potassium and calcium. Serve this healthy reminder of romantic old Europe with a side dish of sautéed tomatoes or your favourite vegetables and a cheese frittata.
Tomato-Arugula Pizza
This tasty and wholesome pizza is sure to become a family favourite. The extra topping of fresh arugula (another member of the famed cabbage family) adds important liver-loving nutrients.
This tasty and wholesome pizza is sure to become a family favourite. The extra topping of fresh arugula (another member of the famed cabbage family) adds important liver-loving nutrients.
Potato Dumplings with Mushroom Gravy and Red Beet Salad
Yields about 12 dumplings depending on size. Leftover dumplings can be sliced like fried potatoes and served the next day with a side dish of leafy greens or sauerkraut salad.
Yields about 12 dumplings depending on size. Leftover dumplings can be sliced like fried potatoes and served the next day with a side dish of leafy greens or sauerkraut salad.
Wild Rice with Grilled Vegetables
This dish is fun! The result is satisfying because you get lots of flavour from the variety of vegetables and combination of wild and brown rice. The lemon and orange zest will make everyone say "aah," especially the head of the family-mom!
This dish is fun! The result is satisfying because you get lots of flavour from the variety of vegetables and combination of wild and brown rice. The lemon and orange zest will make everyone say "aah," especially the head of the family-mom!
Wheat Berry Casserole with Cherries
Wheat seeds or berries are chewy when cooked and can be served either as a side dish like rice or as a main dish. This casserole makes an interesting and satisfying evening meal when accompanied by a leafy green salad.
Wheat seeds or berries are chewy when cooked and can be served either as a side dish like rice or as a main dish. This casserole makes an interesting and satisfying evening meal when accompanied by a leafy green salad.
Rice-Herb Dumplings in Yogurt-Spinach Sauce
Persian food is light and healthy. This traditional dish comes from northern Iran and makes use of an endless variety of ingredients and herbs. It's a new taste sensation every time!
Persian food is light and healthy. This traditional dish comes from northern Iran and makes use of an endless variety of ingredients and herbs. It's a new taste sensation every time!
Chickpea Polenta with Mushroom Ragout
Polenta is usually made with corn meal, but this recipe incorporates an interesting alternative for those sensitive to wheat-chickpea flour.
Polenta is usually made with corn meal, but this recipe incorporates an interesting alternative for those sensitive to wheat-chickpea flour.
Quinoa Vegetable Risotto
Quinoa was a staple food of the Incas. It has a nutty flavour and the highest protein and fat content of the grains. It's also rich in calcium, phosphorus, iron and vitamins B and E.
Quinoa was a staple food of the Incas. It has a nutty flavour and the highest protein and fat content of the grains. It's also rich in calcium, phosphorus, iron and vitamins B and E.
Pea Pancakes with Curried Onion and Fennel
Another wheat alternative to experiment with is yellow pea flour. Serve this delightful meal with a bowl of raita, which is yogurt mixed with a little bit of cucumber and minced shallots, coriander powder and raisins (optional).
Another wheat alternative to experiment with is yellow pea flour. Serve this delightful meal with a bowl of raita, which is yogurt mixed with a little bit of cucumber and minced shallots, coriander powder and raisins (optional).
Cheese and Potato Perogies
This recipe brings back fond memories of traditional Ukrainian Christmases with the grandparents. It's easy to make and a great way to bond with relatives. The more people helping you make it, the better. Makes three to four dozen, depending on size.
This recipe brings back fond memories of traditional Ukrainian Christmases with the grandparents. It's easy to make and a great way to bond with relatives. The more people helping you make it, the better. Makes three to four dozen, depending on size.
Carrot Soufflé
Yields three to four soufflés for a gourmet treat.
Yields three to four soufflés for a gourmet treat.
Red Bean, Sweet Potato and Squash Gratin
Miles better than the plain, mushy potato version!
Miles better than the plain, mushy potato version!
Curried Red Lentil Cake
Sautéed water cress and roasted shallot-sweet potato purée in scallion cream sauce make this a decadent hit!
Sautéed water cress and roasted shallot-sweet potato purée in scallion cream sauce make this a decadent hit!
Spinach Gnocchi with Garlic and Walnuts
Try a pesto or tomato sauce on these as well!
Try a pesto or tomato sauce on these as well!
Gorgonzola Potato Pancakes with Apple Dill Relish
The relish complements the pancakes perfectly.
The relish complements the pancakes perfectly.
Bell Peppers With Mushroom Stuffing
Bell peppers are one of the richest sources of vitamin C; red peppers contain twice the vitamin C as green ones. They also supply plenty of vitamin A, fibre and potassium. This dish is a meal in itself; however, a baked potato goes well with it.
Bell peppers are one of the richest sources of vitamin C; red peppers contain twice the vitamin C as green ones. They also supply plenty of vitamin A, fibre and potassium. This dish is a meal in itself; however, a baked potato goes well with it.
Grilled Kabobs
These delicious kabobs are a tasty, high protein option at any barbecue. Mixed with colourful vegetables, you get maximum antioxidant intake, too. Both the ginger and sesame oil featured in the marinade have anti-aging properties. They are also critical for the flavour of the tofu. Be sure to marinate for more than an hour. Serves four.
These delicious kabobs are a tasty, high protein option at any barbecue. Mixed with colourful vegetables, you get maximum antioxidant intake, too. Both the ginger and sesame oil featured in the marinade have anti-aging properties. They are also critical for the flavour of the tofu. Be sure to marinate for more than an hour. Serves four.
Zucchini Tarte
Kamut is an ancient wheat relative that causes fewer allergies than wheat. It's rich in unsaturated fats and protein and makes excellent pasta. Amaranth is another ancient grain, a staple of the Aztecs and Incas, with a high protein content. Use kamut or amaranth flour for baking and look for pastas made from these grains. The golden flax seeds used in this recipe are the same as regular brown flax seeds, but give the tarte a nicer colour.
Kamut is an ancient wheat relative that causes fewer allergies than wheat. It's rich in unsaturated fats and protein and makes excellent pasta. Amaranth is another ancient grain, a staple of the Aztecs and Incas, with a high protein content. Use kamut or amaranth flour for baking and look for pastas made from these grains. The golden flax seeds used in this recipe are the same as regular brown flax seeds, but give the tarte a nicer colour.
Winter Warm Stew
There's nothing like coming in from the cold to a steaming bowl of stew, served with fresh bread or over whole grains.
There's nothing like coming in from the cold to a steaming bowl of stew, served with fresh bread or over whole grains.
Simple Summer Ragout
Its simplicity-combined with the phenomenal taste of fresh rosemary-make this dish a perfect quick lunch and a family favourite. Rosemary not only adds fragrance, it also has medicinal properties and cleanses the blood.
Its simplicity-combined with the phenomenal taste of fresh rosemary-make this dish a perfect quick lunch and a family favourite. Rosemary not only adds fragrance, it also has medicinal properties and cleanses the blood.
Cancer-Free Dining
Everyone wants health and potential protection from cancer, but few of us know how to successfully implement healthful chang.
Everyone wants health and potential protection from cancer, but few of us know how to successfully implement healthful chang.
Longevi-Tea
What if there was a magic potion that could lower the risk of a heart attack and stroke, reduce the rate of your arteries becoming clogged, lower your cholesterol, protect against several cancers, and potentially increase bone density? Well, there is! Tea f.
What if there was a magic potion that could lower the risk of a heart attack and stroke, reduce the rate of your arteries becoming clogged, lower your cholesterol, protect against several cancers, and potentially increase bone density? Well, there is! Tea f.
Mel's Tex-Mex Tamale Pie
This "made for the man dish is easy and tasty and because it's just one-pot cooking, with little cleanup. It's also ideal for camping trips or fishing at the cottage.
This "made for the man dish is easy and tasty and because it's just one-pot cooking, with little cleanup. It's also ideal for camping trips or fishing at the cottage.
Ratatouille
Serve this cooked dish with steamed brown rice, millet or steamed potatoes and grated Parmesan cheese, accompanied by a raw salad of greens or grated root vegetables. That's a complete meal!
Serve this cooked dish with steamed brown rice, millet or steamed potatoes and grated Parmesan cheese, accompanied by a raw salad of greens or grated root vegetables. That's a complete meal!
Tomato-Tofu Kebabs
These succulent kebabs are perfect for summertime grilling. Tofu was developed more than 2,000 years ago and is an important source of protein throughout Asia. The soy bean is one of the few complete protein foods.
These succulent kebabs are perfect for summertime grilling. Tofu was developed more than 2,000 years ago and is an important source of protein throughout Asia. The soy bean is one of the few complete protein foods.
Three Mushroom Confit
Give yourself a break and use a food processor to slice the shallots and mushrooms. Red wine is essential for flavour, so use a quality wine or consider a de-alcoholized red wine, which has the same health benefits.
Give yourself a break and use a food processor to slice the shallots and mushrooms. Red wine is essential for flavour, so use a quality wine or consider a de-alcoholized red wine, which has the same health benefits.
Vegetable Quiche
This quiche is a real hit that not only tastes good but is satisfying as well. Whether people know or not, this quiche is a whole food.
This quiche is a real hit that not only tastes good but is satisfying as well. Whether people know or not, this quiche is a whole food.
Un-Spaghetti Squash
This recipe is so versatile. It can easily be made on the grill by slow cooking the spaghetti squash and then grilling the other vegetables using a grilling basket.
This recipe is so versatile. It can easily be made on the grill by slow cooking the spaghetti squash and then grilling the other vegetables using a grilling basket.
Grilled Tortillas with Mexican Summer Salad
Think of this dish as for a hearty end-of-summer meal. Substitute baked corn chips for the tortillas, use the bean mixture as a dip, and you've got a finger-food appetizer.
Think of this dish as for a hearty end-of-summer meal. Substitute baked corn chips for the tortillas, use the bean mixture as a dip, and you've got a finger-food appetizer.
Fried Rice with Mushrooms and Edamame
This dish is ideal made with any grain so try it with rice, barley, or kamut. All these grains help regulate and stabilize blood sugar levels.
This dish is ideal made with any grain so try it with rice, barley, or kamut. All these grains help regulate and stabilize blood sugar levels.
Three Sisters Harvest Squash
This traditional recipe featuring the "three sisters - corn, squash, and beans - takes on a modern twist when served in Mediterranean style. It adds the wonderful healing herbs of parsley - which is high in vitamin C, chlorophyll, calcium, and iron - and basil, a tasty digestive aid.
This traditional recipe featuring the "three sisters - corn, squash, and beans - takes on a modern twist when served in Mediterranean style. It adds the wonderful healing herbs of parsley - which is high in vitamin C, chlorophyll, calcium, and iron - and basil, a tasty digestive aid.
Crispy Skillet Potatoes with Egg and Green Beans
This recipe is so versatile it works well for lunch, brunch, or dinner. Feel free to substitute any greens you have on hand, depending on what's in the garden and what's in season. You might even try zucchini or asparagus tips.
This recipe is so versatile it works well for lunch, brunch, or dinner. Feel free to substitute any greens you have on hand, depending on what's in the garden and what's in season. You might even try zucchini or asparagus tips.
Sauerkraut
Unpasteurized sauerkraut is tasty, packed full of goodness and easy to make. Throughout history, the main ingredient, cabbage, has been called "the physician of the poor" because of its healing powers.
Unpasteurized sauerkraut is tasty, packed full of goodness and easy to make. Throughout history, the main ingredient, cabbage, has been called "the physician of the poor" because of its healing powers.
Full of Beans
Blood sugar levels are easy to manage with a diet that focuses on whole foods and beans, which consistently appear on the low end of the glycemic index (a measure of how a given food will raise blood sugar when compared to pure glucose). Beans are an excellent source of protein, but they also contain protective fibre; for example, one cup (250 mL) of chickpeas provides 11 grams of fibre.
Blood sugar levels are easy to manage with a diet that focuses on whole foods and beans, which consistently appear on the low end of the glycemic index (a measure of how a given food will raise blood sugar when compared to pure glucose). Beans are an excellent source of protein, but they also contain protective fibre; for example, one cup (250 mL) of chickpeas provides 11 grams of fibre.
Outrageous Red Cabbage Stir-fry with Pinto Beans
I love the colour of this healthful dish. The red pigments found in both the cabbage and the beans provide powerful antioxidant properties to help protect us from disease. Generally speaking, any bean can be substituted in this recipe.
I love the colour of this healthful dish. The red pigments found in both the cabbage and the beans provide powerful antioxidant properties to help protect us from disease. Generally speaking, any bean can be substituted in this recipe.
Easy Traditional Elegance
This December I've put together some traditional favourites that are easy to prepare so you have more time to visit with friends and family. These recipes are also done the low-fat way, to give them a new, healthier twist.
This December I've put together some traditional favourites that are easy to prepare so you have more time to visit with friends and family. These recipes are also done the low-fat way, to give them a new, healthier twist.
Orange Maple Glazed Cornish Hens
Look for organic poultry in your local health food store or ask if they can do a special order for you. Plenty of suppliers now offer naturally raised, organic, non-medicated, and free-range animals that generally have less saturated fat and more flavour.
Look for organic poultry in your local health food store or ask if they can do a special order for you. Plenty of suppliers now offer naturally raised, organic, non-medicated, and free-range animals that generally have less saturated fat and more flavour.
The Gramercy Guide to Better Cooking
Every year we vow to eat better, immerse ourselves more completely in the joys of cooking, and become more at home on the range. This New Year's resolution can be the first step toward entering into a whole new relationship with your kitchen.
Every year we vow to eat better, immerse ourselves more completely in the joys of cooking, and become more at home on the range. This New Year's resolution can be the first step toward entering into a whole new relationship with your kitchen.
Crab-Stuffed Free-Range Chicken Breast
While this free-range meets fruits-du-mer dish has plenty of elements, it can be prepared in the 15 minutes the chicken spends in the oven.
While this free-range meets fruits-du-mer dish has plenty of elements, it can be prepared in the 15 minutes the chicken spends in the oven.
Go West
Executive chef David Hawksworth creates sensations on a nightly basis while crafting seasonal simplicity in high style at one of Vancouver's top-ranked restaurants, West. His appealing dishes garner international essence with their local flavours and global appeal.
Executive chef David Hawksworth creates sensations on a nightly basis while crafting seasonal simplicity in high style at one of Vancouver's top-ranked restaurants, West. His appealing dishes garner international essence with their local flavours and global appeal.
Poached Smoked Sable Fish with Bacon, Clams, and Cabbage
Filling and sable: simple, sumptuous, and satisfying. This is a bowl to warm the soul, and the sablefish, also known as black cod, is rich with natural oils.
Filling and sable: simple, sumptuous, and satisfying. This is a bowl to warm the soul, and the sablefish, also known as black cod, is rich with natural oils.
Vintropolis
If it grows together, it goes together. Such is the mantra that keeps Chef Tony Marzo's cooking focused. Holding court within Vintropolis, one of Vancouver's most celebrated newcomers, his reputation is growing and things are going together better than he ever imagined.
If it grows together, it goes together. Such is the mantra that keeps Chef Tony Marzo's cooking focused. Holding court within Vintropolis, one of Vancouver's most celebrated newcomers, his reputation is growing and things are going together better than he ever imagined.
Pan-fried Baby Squid
The preserved lemon slices make this a dish to remember and a welcome change from the breaded and fried calamari more commonly found.
The preserved lemon slices make this a dish to remember and a welcome change from the breaded and fried calamari more commonly found.
Spring Dinner Party
"Everybody does too much when they entertain, says Executive Chef Dan Atkinson, who creates feasts daily at West Vancouver's Salmon House on the Hill. "The stress on the person doing the cooking can be unreal.
"Everybody does too much when they entertain, says Executive Chef Dan Atkinson, who creates feasts daily at West Vancouver's Salmon House on the Hill. "The stress on the person doing the cooking can be unreal.
Oven-Roasted Lamb Rack with Lavender and Prosciutto Crust and Red Wine Reduction Sauce
Two servings of lamb in one week might be overkill, but test this dish in advance so you can entertain with confidence. "Frenched lamb racks have excess fat and sinew between the bones cut to free ribs for presentation.
Two servings of lamb in one week might be overkill, but test this dish in advance so you can entertain with confidence. "Frenched lamb racks have excess fat and sinew between the bones cut to free ribs for presentation.
Cedar Plank-Baked Salmon with Wild Rice Fritters
A simple glaze of either honey and orange or blueberry and maple accents this cedar plank-baked salmon.
A simple glaze of either honey and orange or blueberry and maple accents this cedar plank-baked salmon.
Indonesian Pineapple Packets with Thai Satay Sauce
Drop the hot dogs and burgers and grill up some veggies instead. Substitute any combination of fruit or vegetables or skewer them to make kebabs.
Drop the hot dogs and burgers and grill up some veggies instead. Substitute any combination of fruit or vegetables or skewer them to make kebabs.
Open to Inspiration
When Aurora Bistro first lit up the neighbourhood on Vancouver's Main Street, it gained as much attention for its regionally rooted philosophy as for the freshness of its plates and wine list. Aurora's chief kitchen creative is a firm fan of sensibly delicious cooking. Moreover, chef Jeff Van Geest makes no claims to doing anything other than treating food with the respect it deserves.
When Aurora Bistro first lit up the neighbourhood on Vancouver's Main Street, it gained as much attention for its regionally rooted philosophy as for the freshness of its plates and wine list. Aurora's chief kitchen creative is a firm fan of sensibly delicious cooking. Moreover, chef Jeff Van Geest makes no claims to doing anything other than treating food with the respect it deserves.
Roasted Halibut on Lentils with Braised Spring Greens
Combining the best of land and sea, this entrée is rich enough to satisfy and refined enough to attract immediate applause.
Combining the best of land and sea, this entrée is rich enough to satisfy and refined enough to attract immediate applause.
Eat, Shrink and Be Merry
With this new release from popular authors and sisters Janet and Greta Podleski, we're assured that "healthy eating is a piece of cake! After a five-year hiatus, they're back with refreshed energy to help the nutritionally challenged among us create healthier, tastier meals.
With this new release from popular authors and sisters Janet and Greta Podleski, we're assured that "healthy eating is a piece of cake! After a five-year hiatus, they're back with refreshed energy to help the nutritionally challenged among us create healthier, tastier meals.
The Life of Riley
With its vaulted ceiling, centrepiece community table, and primarily piscine menu, Coast Restaurant (coastrestaurant.ca) lives by its motto: Catch, Cook, Eat. Embracing seasonality on a global level, the fresh fish sheet follows an international code of ethics and appeal.
With its vaulted ceiling, centrepiece community table, and primarily piscine menu, Coast Restaurant (coastrestaurant.ca) lives by its motto: Catch, Cook, Eat. Embracing seasonality on a global level, the fresh fish sheet follows an international code of ethics and appeal.
Dungeness Crab Crusted Halibut
The sweetness of the crab combined with the richness of the halibut and earthy appeal of fresh chanterelles makes this an elegant but simple affair. Pair this fare with some heirloom beets and field green beans, lightly steamed, and serve with a medium Riesling.
The sweetness of the crab combined with the richness of the halibut and earthy appeal of fresh chanterelles makes this an elegant but simple affair. Pair this fare with some heirloom beets and field green beans, lightly steamed, and serve with a medium Riesling.
Spa Lite Cuisine
This month we've gone to the professionals to create a meal that not only nourishes but helps improve our mood on even the most stressful day. What better place for de-stressing advice than the Vida Wellness Spa, tucked tastefully within The Sutton Place Hotel in downtown Vancouver?
This month we've gone to the professionals to create a meal that not only nourishes but helps improve our mood on even the most stressful day. What better place for de-stressing advice than the Vida Wellness Spa, tucked tastefully within The Sutton Place Hotel in downtown Vancouver?
Pan-seared Snapper on a Bean Cassoulet with Mushroom Ragout and Pepper Relish in a Grainy Mustard Sauce
To serve, place a scoop of cassoulet in each dish. Top with snapper, mushroom ragout, grainy mustard sauce, and red pepper relish.
To serve, place a scoop of cassoulet in each dish. Top with snapper, mushroom ragout, grainy mustard sauce, and red pepper relish.
Cru
Crisp, mellow, luscious, juicy, smooth, and big: much like the descriptors of its uniquely colour-coded wine list, Cru defies easy definition. Not only one of the best-heeled wine bars on the West Coast, Cru is also revered for the regional authenticity of its cuisine.
Crisp, mellow, luscious, juicy, smooth, and big: much like the descriptors of its uniquely colour-coded wine list, Cru defies easy definition. Not only one of the best-heeled wine bars on the West Coast, Cru is also revered for the regional authenticity of its cuisine.
Roasted Bison Tenderloin with Merlot Sauce
Lean and one of the healthiest red proteins afield, the richly flavoured bison is nicely balanced for all palates with a good Merlot.
Lean and one of the healthiest red proteins afield, the richly flavoured bison is nicely balanced for all palates with a good Merlot.
Quattro
An hour gazing out on the water that separates their North Vancouver restaurant from the architectural horizon of Vancouver's core is enough to convince anyone with a romantic ear that Quattro is a family business rich with "abbondanza, the Italian poetry of life.
An hour gazing out on the water that separates their North Vancouver restaurant from the architectural horizon of Vancouver's core is enough to convince anyone with a romantic ear that Quattro is a family business rich with "abbondanza, the Italian poetry of life.
Feenie's Fine Line
For all the accolades and awards that have been bestowed upon Chef Rob Feenie, he remains a man of simple passions doing what he truly loves. While every facet of his Vancouver operations reflects his AAA 5-diamond status, he stays grounded and inspired by what every season has to offer.
For all the accolades and awards that have been bestowed upon Chef Rob Feenie, he remains a man of simple passions doing what he truly loves. While every facet of his Vancouver operations reflects his AAA 5-diamond status, he stays grounded and inspired by what every season has to offer.
Oven-Roasted Pheasant Breast
Bird is the word at Thanksgiving, and this pheasant dish, served on truffled spaghetti squash, sautéed rapini, and finished with a fall chanterelle brandy cream, makes for a pleasant change of feather, bedded with plenty of seasonal substance.
Bird is the word at Thanksgiving, and this pheasant dish, served on truffled spaghetti squash, sautéed rapini, and finished with a fall chanterelle brandy cream, makes for a pleasant change of feather, bedded with plenty of seasonal substance.
Seared Scallops with Pink Grapefruit and Radicchio
Scallops are naturally sweet, and the radicchio provides the ideal contrast. Err on the side of caution with the lemon juice-remember you have the juices from the grapefruit segments, too.
Scallops are naturally sweet, and the radicchio provides the ideal contrast. Err on the side of caution with the lemon juice-remember you have the juices from the grapefruit segments, too.
Roast Chicken with Tomatoes, Roasted Peppers, Olives, and Capers
This dish from Southern France is packed with flavour but is very light. This sauce also goes perfectly with halibut, sablefish, or lobster.
This dish from Southern France is packed with flavour but is very light. This sauce also goes perfectly with halibut, sablefish, or lobster.
Garlic-Ginger Vegetable Stir-Fry
This classic stir fry never fails to please. Serve steaming hot on a bed of organic brown rice and top with lightly toasted sesame seeds or slivered almonds.
This classic stir fry never fails to please. Serve steaming hot on a bed of organic brown rice and top with lightly toasted sesame seeds or slivered almonds.
Pantry Raid
It's the end of an award-winning year for alive magazine. To celebrate, we're taking a look back at one of alive's newest features: the Fresh Sheet. Featuring the finest in contemporary, healthy cuisine, this new food column from writer Jason McRobbie showcases some of Canada's greatest restaurants and the chefs who put those restaurants on the Canadian culinary map.
It's the end of an award-winning year for alive magazine. To celebrate, we're taking a look back at one of alive's newest features: the Fresh Sheet. Featuring the finest in contemporary, healthy cuisine, this new food column from writer Jason McRobbie showcases some of Canada's greatest restaurants and the chefs who put those restaurants on the Canadian culinary map.
Make This Holiday Feast a Rare One
Small rooms with big hearts and exquisite food are a staple of the Vancouver dining scene. Even so, Rare One lives up to its unique moniker with an energy, presentation, and ingredient list that has captured the imagination of locals and visitors alike.
Small rooms with big hearts and exquisite food are a staple of the Vancouver dining scene. Even so, Rare One lives up to its unique moniker with an energy, presentation, and ingredient list that has captured the imagination of locals and visitors alike.
Honey Glazed Quail with Fennel Salad and Cranberry/Chestnut Marmalade
Creative flair and familiar flavours combine to create an accessible and delicious alternative to more traditionally festive fowl.
Creative flair and familiar flavours combine to create an accessible and delicious alternative to more traditionally festive fowl.
Thyme-Roasted Rack of Pork with Maple Yams and Pear Compote
The fresh burst of the pear compote perfectly complements both the savoury and the sweet in this dish.
The fresh burst of the pear compote perfectly complements both the savoury and the sweet in this dish.
Leafy Winter Vegetables
Green leafy vegetables like curly leaf kale and colourful chard are so powerful, we can get huge nutritional benefits from eating them daily. Not only are they affordable, low in calories, fat-free, and delicious, they can be made into a variety of dishes.
Green leafy vegetables like curly leaf kale and colourful chard are so powerful, we can get huge nutritional benefits from eating them daily. Not only are they affordable, low in calories, fat-free, and delicious, they can be made into a variety of dishes.
A Healthy Habit...to Start the Year
Healthier eating is a good habit to develop. Now is the time to rethink the condiment rack, read food labels a little more closely, and explore the delicious alternatives to be found in your local specialty stores, ethnic food markets, and local community.
Healthier eating is a good habit to develop. Now is the time to rethink the condiment rack, read food labels a little more closely, and explore the delicious alternatives to be found in your local specialty stores, ethnic food markets, and local community.
Grilled Bison Flat Iron Steak with Wilted Wintergreens and Marinated Chili Mushrooms and Peppers
You might have to hunt to find bison, but the flavour and natural health benefits provide rich reward. While both leaner and more flavourful than mainstream beef offerings, bison also carries the benefits of a free-range, non-medicated lifestyle. Take care not to overdo the bison as it serves best when cooked no further than medium rare.
You might have to hunt to find bison, but the flavour and natural health benefits provide rich reward. While both leaner and more flavourful than mainstream beef offerings, bison also carries the benefits of a free-range, non-medicated lifestyle. Take care not to overdo the bison as it serves best when cooked no further than medium rare.
Build Better Food Habits
You can form a new habit in less than a month. So try a 30-day resolution and set yourself on a lifelong road to health. Changing just one thing, every month of the year for 30 years, would lead to a vitally vibrant life indeed.
You can form a new habit in less than a month. So try a 30-day resolution and set yourself on a lifelong road to health. Changing just one thing, every month of the year for 30 years, would lead to a vitally vibrant life indeed.
An Exhibition of Culinary Consciousness
Ensconced within the pristine halls of Toronto's Gardiner Museum, Chef Jamie Kennedy's most recent room is a study in organic elegance. Surrounded by walls of glass overlooking the ongoing renovation of the Royal Ontario Museum, the aptly named Jamie Kennedy Restaurant at the Gardiner Museum is well-positioned in Toronto's historical heartland.
Ensconced within the pristine halls of Toronto's Gardiner Museum, Chef Jamie Kennedy's most recent room is a study in organic elegance. Surrounded by walls of glass overlooking the ongoing renovation of the Royal Ontario Museum, the aptly named Jamie Kennedy Restaurant at the Gardiner Museum is well-positioned in Toronto's historical heartland.
Woodland Mushroom Risotto
Wild mushrooms are the best nonanimal source of vitamin D going and some have the added benefit of vitamins B and C as well. They are also a good source of antioxidants such as polyphenols that have been linked with cancer-risk reduction and antiaging.
Wild mushrooms are the best nonanimal source of vitamin D going and some have the added benefit of vitamins B and C as well. They are also a good source of antioxidants such as polyphenols that have been linked with cancer-risk reduction and antiaging.
Sweet Surrender
For Anna Olson, life is sweet. Her Food Network program "Sugar has finished its fifth season; the second cookbook, Another Cup of Sugar (Whitecap, 2006), was released last fall; and her Port Dalhousie Olson Foods and Bakery is drawing droves of customers from the Niagara Peninsula.
For Anna Olson, life is sweet. Her Food Network program "Sugar has finished its fifth season; the second cookbook, Another Cup of Sugar (Whitecap, 2006), was released last fall; and her Port Dalhousie Olson Foods and Bakery is drawing droves of customers from the Niagara Peninsula.
Cruciferous Confessions
I have a confession to make. Despite being a self-proclaimed adventurer in new foods, I have only just discovered kohlrabi. It could be because this round, purple vegetable looks so odd. But as a member of the cruciferous family of vegetables, kohlrabi is worth trying.
I have a confession to make. Despite being a self-proclaimed adventurer in new foods, I have only just discovered kohlrabi. It could be because this round, purple vegetable looks so odd. But as a member of the cruciferous family of vegetables, kohlrabi is worth trying.
Pan-Seared Whitefish with Sweet Pea and Corn Risotto
Feel free to vary your fish fillets with whatever is seasonal and available. Keep in mind that whitefish is best taken off direct heat while medium rare to ensure it is not overcooked at the table.
Feel free to vary your fish fillets with whatever is seasonal and available. Keep in mind that whitefish is best taken off direct heat while medium rare to ensure it is not overcooked at the table.
Treadwell
The restaurant's name says it all: Treadwell Farm to Table Cuisine. Perched at the mouth of Niagara's original canal system, the location is both idyllic and deliciously fitting.
The restaurant's name says it all: Treadwell Farm to Table Cuisine. Perched at the mouth of Niagara's original canal system, the location is both idyllic and deliciously fitting.
Seared Sea Snapper with Summer Succotash
At no other time of the year do the fields and streams offer such rich flavours. This dish marries land and sea with a focus on healthy and wholesome.
At no other time of the year do the fields and streams offer such rich flavours. This dish marries land and sea with a focus on healthy and wholesome.
Capitalizing on Seasonal Sustainability
Few dining rooms take the celebration of local terroir to heart as tastefully as does C, Vancouver's wildly lauded contemporary seafood restaurant. Suitably ensconced across from the False Creek Marina at Granville Island, C has always had a clear view when it comes to matters of freshness.
Few dining rooms take the celebration of local terroir to heart as tastefully as does C, Vancouver's wildly lauded contemporary seafood restaurant. Suitably ensconced across from the False Creek Marina at Granville Island, C has always had a clear view when it comes to matters of freshness.
Wild Spot Prawns with Ginger Green Onion Sauce, Ponzu Jelly
This might be the first time you work with agar-agar, but it won't be the last. The ponzu jelly is both citrus fresh and a deliciously fun presentation concept that comes together easily with the agar-agar's natural bonding properties.
This might be the first time you work with agar-agar, but it won't be the last. The ponzu jelly is both citrus fresh and a deliciously fun presentation concept that comes together easily with the agar-agar's natural bonding properties.
Tea-cured Wild Salmon with Wilted Summer Greens, Rye Berry Salad, and Mustard Vinaigrette
Served at any temperature, this dish delivers and offers plenty of room for experimenting with various teas and vinaigrettes. Add another flavour edge by opting for the grill versus the pan for the salmon.
Served at any temperature, this dish delivers and offers plenty of room for experimenting with various teas and vinaigrettes. Add another flavour edge by opting for the grill versus the pan for the salmon.
Fire Up Your Summer Menu
As the weather gets warmer, instead of slaving over a hot stove, try these healthy and delicious recipes that will have you and your friends relishing the tastes of summer-in less than 30 minutes, fridge to plate.
As the weather gets warmer, instead of slaving over a hot stove, try these healthy and delicious recipes that will have you and your friends relishing the tastes of summer-in less than 30 minutes, fridge to plate.
Hearty Barley Tabbouleh
This is one of my favourite summertime recipes, filling and well balanced with veggies, protein, and good fats. Use lots of fresh lemon juice for a refreshing zip.
This is one of my favourite summertime recipes, filling and well balanced with veggies, protein, and good fats. Use lots of fresh lemon juice for a refreshing zip.
Something Nu for Fall
While Canada's restaurant scene continues to thrive on fresh openings, every once in a while, something Nu comes along. Nu, the eclectic sibling of Vancouver's C and Raincity Grill, captured national attention earlier this year when EnRoute magazine named it Canada's Best New Restaurant.
While Canada's restaurant scene continues to thrive on fresh openings, every once in a while, something Nu comes along. Nu, the eclectic sibling of Vancouver's C and Raincity Grill, captured national attention earlier this year when EnRoute magazine named it Canada's Best New Restaurant.
Pacific Oyster and Leek Stew
While oysters are revered as aphrodisiacs, less well known are their health benefits: low in fat and high in protein, B12, and iron, there are many reasons to love this stew.
While oysters are revered as aphrodisiacs, less well known are their health benefits: low in fat and high in protein, B12, and iron, there are many reasons to love this stew.
Reflections Gastronomie Takes Flight
Once the busiest fishing port in the world, Steveston (located just south of Vancouver) offers more than just fish-and-chip shops. The wharf is bustling with tea rooms, book shops, and boutiques - along with Reflections Gastronomie, a recently opened, regionally rooted bistro with healthy aspirations of success.
Once the busiest fishing port in the world, Steveston (located just south of Vancouver) offers more than just fish-and-chip shops. The wharf is bustling with tea rooms, book shops, and boutiques - along with Reflections Gastronomie, a recently opened, regionally rooted bistro with healthy aspirations of success.
Herbed Roast Turkey
Refreshingly simple and herbaceous, this recipe makes turkey talk in any season and can be easily translated with a wide range of fall fowl.
Refreshingly simple and herbaceous, this recipe makes turkey talk in any season and can be easily translated with a wide range of fall fowl.
Local Eating
The 100-Mile Diet by Alissa Smith and J.B. MacKinnon (Random House Canada, 2007) and its approach to eating locally grown food seems blissfully easy with the abundant fruit and vegetable crops of summer. But what do you do in the fall and winter?
The 100-Mile Diet by Alissa Smith and J.B. MacKinnon (Random House Canada, 2007) and its approach to eating locally grown food seems blissfully easy with the abundant fruit and vegetable crops of summer. But what do you do in the fall and winter?
West Coast Wonder
Welcomed into the exclusive Relais & Chteaux ranks (an international guide to hotels and restaurants) less than two years after opening, the Wickaninnish Inn has stood by the qualifying five Cs ever since.
Welcomed into the exclusive Relais & Chteaux ranks (an international guide to hotels and restaurants) less than two years after opening, the Wickaninnish Inn has stood by the qualifying five Cs ever since.
Dungeness Crab Cake
If Dungeness crab is unavailable, other crab meat, including canned, will produce similarly delicious results.
If Dungeness crab is unavailable, other crab meat, including canned, will produce similarly delicious results.
Baked Albacore Tuna with Fresh Herbs and Capers and Salsa
This dish delves into the herb box to deliver a dose of fall freshness that can be enjoyed year-round. Dried herbs deliver the flavour, but halve the quantities for fresh herbs used below.
This dish delves into the herb box to deliver a dose of fall freshness that can be enjoyed year-round. Dried herbs deliver the flavour, but halve the quantities for fresh herbs used below.
The Fresh Sheet 07
alive had a lot to live up to following The Fresh Sheet's successful inaugural year. This year we ventured farther from our West Coast base, as food writer Jason McRobbie visited fresh new faces and places as well as veteran chefs and established restaurants across Canada's culinary map.
alive had a lot to live up to following The Fresh Sheet's successful inaugural year. This year we ventured farther from our West Coast base, as food writer Jason McRobbie visited fresh new faces and places as well as veteran chefs and established restaurants across Canada's culinary map.
Slice: Health Inspired Food
Slice is more than a book of healthy recipes. While it is not a full compendium on nutrition, either, this cookbook is filled with important insight that easily relates to individual dishes.
Slice is more than a book of healthy recipes. While it is not a full compendium on nutrition, either, this cookbook is filled with important insight that easily relates to individual dishes.
Vij's Setting a Green Table Standart
For over a decade now, Vikram Vij has been an ambassador of good taste. Together with his wife and partner, Meeru, he has been guided by the simplest and purest of principles: to offer a taste of their homeland using the freshest local ingredients possible.
For over a decade now, Vikram Vij has been an ambassador of good taste. Together with his wife and partner, Meeru, he has been guided by the simplest and purest of principles: to offer a taste of their homeland using the freshest local ingredients possible.
Pacific Halibut in Coconut Curry
We originally used orange roughy in this recipe, but when we realized it is considered an endangered fish, we switched to halibut.
We originally used orange roughy in this recipe, but when we realized it is considered an endangered fish, we switched to halibut.
Hearty Veggie Chili
Sprinkle with grated Parmesan or cheddar cheese and serve with crusty bread (garlic bread is good, too).
Sprinkle with grated Parmesan or cheddar cheese and serve with crusty bread (garlic bread is good, too).
Sobo's
For five years, the tale of the little purple truck that dared to serve only the freshest fish tacos took the culinary world by quiet storm. The truck had no name, but the kitchen crew within it, and the business it birthed, most certainly does: SOBO.
For five years, the tale of the little purple truck that dared to serve only the freshest fish tacos took the culinary world by quiet storm. The truck had no name, but the kitchen crew within it, and the business it birthed, most certainly does: SOBO.
Brown Rice Tofu Pockets
This is a versatile and fun recipe for getting the kids involved and has been a SOBO menu mainstay. The brown rice adds a nice nuttiness and is healthier, too!
This is a versatile and fun recipe for getting the kids involved and has been a SOBO menu mainstay. The brown rice adds a nice nuttiness and is healthier, too!
Curried Black Bean Stew
This vegan main dish is fabulous served with spicy mango chutney.
This vegan main dish is fabulous served with spicy mango chutney.
West Coast Salmon Chowder
According to Canada's Food Guide this nutrient-dense, one-bowl dinner provides a serving of fish, three servings of fruits and veggies, and a one-half serving of milk.
According to Canada's Food Guide this nutrient-dense, one-bowl dinner provides a serving of fish, three servings of fruits and veggies, and a one-half serving of milk.
Ultimate Foods for Ultimate Health
Authors Liz Pearson and Mairlyn Smith form a winning combination-two vibrant women clearly committed to inspiring change in readers and helping them build confidence about their healthy food choices.
Authors Liz Pearson and Mairlyn Smith form a winning combination-two vibrant women clearly committed to inspiring change in readers and helping them build confidence about their healthy food choices.
Emerald Lake Lodge
A jewel of the Rockies ever since opening its doors more than 100 years ago, BC's Emerald Lake Lodge continues to draw visitors from the world over in search of adventure-both on and off the plate.
A jewel of the Rockies ever since opening its doors more than 100 years ago, BC's Emerald Lake Lodge continues to draw visitors from the world over in search of adventure-both on and off the plate.
Braised Elk Osso Bucco
Served with boiled baby potatoes and seasonal vegetables, this will warm whatever winter is left in your bones. Lamb or chicken can also be substituted, but keep an eye on the moisture level and reduce your simmering time accordingly.
Served with boiled baby potatoes and seasonal vegetables, this will warm whatever winter is left in your bones. Lamb or chicken can also be substituted, but keep an eye on the moisture level and reduce your simmering time accordingly.
Fibre-Full Recipes
Fibre has always been one of my favourite subjects to commiserate about. Chocolate, fruits and veggies, and nuts are always getting the buzz in the media, and I've always felt that poor lowly fibre doesn't get the accolades it deserves.
Fibre has always been one of my favourite subjects to commiserate about. Chocolate, fruits and veggies, and nuts are always getting the buzz in the media, and I've always felt that poor lowly fibre doesn't get the accolades it deserves.
Little Green Giant
Mom was right: eating your vegetables is good for your health.
Mom was right: eating your vegetables is good for your health.
Celebrating Spring with Araxi
Even in the depths of winter, Araxi Restaurant's executive chef, James Walt manages to root out a cornucopia of seasonal sustenance from the local growers surrounding histler, BC.
Even in the depths of winter, Araxi Restaurant's executive chef, James Walt manages to root out a cornucopia of seasonal sustenance from the local growers surrounding histler, BC.
BC Halibut with Soft Herb Crust
Favoured by fish lovers for its sweet firmness and nutritional profile, halibut also has blessedly few bones. Rich in omega-3 essential fats and a strong source of protein, it veritably swims with the minerals selenium, magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium. Most importantly, the taste is unbeatable!
Favoured by fish lovers for its sweet firmness and nutritional profile, halibut also has blessedly few bones. Rich in omega-3 essential fats and a strong source of protein, it veritably swims with the minerals selenium, magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium. Most importantly, the taste is unbeatable!
Gluten-Free Quick and Easy: From Prep to Plate Without the Fuss
by Carol Fenster, PhD Avery, 2007; 352 pages; paperback $23.50 ISBN 978-1-58333-278-8
by Carol Fenster, PhD Avery, 2007; 352 pages; paperback $23.50 ISBN 978-1-58333-278-8
Fuel
Food can be many things: a source of nourishment, comfort, and connection. At Fuel, tucked into the bustle of Vancouver's 4th Avenue, the aspiration is to make it all of the above.
Food can be many things: a source of nourishment, comfort, and connection. At Fuel, tucked into the bustle of Vancouver's 4th Avenue, the aspiration is to make it all of the above.
Organic Duck Broth with Fennel, Orange, and Thyme
The key here is a good butcher with the bones to prove it! Naturally, you can work with other poultry as well, though the duck bones do bring a greater flavour to the broth.
The key here is a good butcher with the bones to prove it! Naturally, you can work with other poultry as well, though the duck bones do bring a greater flavour to the broth.
All-night Roasted Shoulder of Organic Pork with Green Apple, Scallions, and Almonds
Sourcing organic protein and working with large cuts is both responsible and delicious, yielding unsurpassed flavour and value.
Sourcing organic protein and working with large cuts is both responsible and delicious, yielding unsurpassed flavour and value.
Harbingers of Spring
One of the first signs that spring is on the way is the annual rhubarb sighting. Canadian pioneers considered rhubarb a tonic. Nutritionally, rhubarb lives up to its historical background. It's a good source of vitamin C and potassium, a vitamin and mineral (respectively) the pioneers would need by the time spring rolled around.
One of the first signs that spring is on the way is the annual rhubarb sighting. Canadian pioneers considered rhubarb a tonic. Nutritionally, rhubarb lives up to its historical background. It's a good source of vitamin C and potassium, a vitamin and mineral (respectively) the pioneers would need by the time spring rolled around.
Grilled Pork Chop with Arugula-Apple Salad
Sourcing heritage-breed pork makes for more delicious and conscionable consumption. Brio uses Sloping Hill Farm heritage-breed pork from Qualicum Beach, BC.
Sourcing heritage-breed pork makes for more delicious and conscionable consumption. Brio uses Sloping Hill Farm heritage-breed pork from Qualicum Beach, BC.
Grilled Herb Chicken
Place olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and fresh diced herbs in a resealable plastic bag or in an 8 x 8 in (2 L) nonmetallic baking dish. Add chicken, ensuring that the marinade coats the chicken. If using a bag, reseal; if using the baking dish, cover. Store in fridge for at least 1 hour or up to 12 hours.
Place olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and fresh diced herbs in a resealable plastic bag or in an 8 x 8 in (2 L) nonmetallic baking dish. Add chicken, ensuring that the marinade coats the chicken. If using a bag, reseal; if using the baking dish, cover. Store in fridge for at least 1 hour or up to 12 hours.
One With the Season
Cooking with fresh seasonal ingredients makes one happier where it counts most: in the kitchen. At One restaurant, in the heart of Toronto's five-star Hazelton Hotel, Mark McEwan knows the value of happy cooks and has worked hard to develop a strong culinary culture since the restaurant opened in August 2007.
Cooking with fresh seasonal ingredients makes one happier where it counts most: in the kitchen. At One restaurant, in the heart of Toronto's five-star Hazelton Hotel, Mark McEwan knows the value of happy cooks and has worked hard to develop a strong culinary culture since the restaurant opened in August 2007.
Pan-Seared Perch with Parsley Butter
Perch in the pan is a freshwater delight: low in fat and calories and rich with selenium, it is deliciously simple to prepare. Although the filets are small, their flavour is sweet and the price is reasonable enough to make it enjoyable on a regular basis.
Perch in the pan is a freshwater delight: low in fat and calories and rich with selenium, it is deliciously simple to prepare. Although the filets are small, their flavour is sweet and the price is reasonable enough to make it enjoyable on a regular basis.
Lemon Grass
Sitting in my favourite Thai restaurant, I am surrounded by exotic smells that engulf my senses. I dig into Thai Hot and Sour soup (Tom Yum Gai) with great anticipation. Ahh...the wonderful taste of lemon grass.
Sitting in my favourite Thai restaurant, I am surrounded by exotic smells that engulf my senses. I dig into Thai Hot and Sour soup (Tom Yum Gai) with great anticipation. Ahh...the wonderful taste of lemon grass.
Eigensinn Farm
Standing tall and living close to the land, Michael Stadtlander is a veritable giant in his field. As a chef, farmer, author, and multimedia artist, he is also one of Canada's leading culinary icons, pioneering a return to authenticity at Eigensinn Farm, just outside of Collingwood, Ontario.
Standing tall and living close to the land, Michael Stadtlander is a veritable giant in his field. As a chef, farmer, author, and multimedia artist, he is also one of Canada's leading culinary icons, pioneering a return to authenticity at Eigensinn Farm, just outside of Collingwood, Ontario.
Eigensinn Chicken on the Spit with Wild Grape Sage Sauce
Adapt this recipe for the grill by butterflying the whole chicken and cooking 30 minutes each side, beginning breast side down, until the skin is golden and the juices run clear.
Adapt this recipe for the grill by butterflying the whole chicken and cooking 30 minutes each side, beginning breast side down, until the skin is golden and the juices run clear.
Berry Healthy
For outstanding performance in taste and nutrition the Oscar goes to-blueberries! These sweet, blue treats are rightfully occupying preferred status on the nutritional red carpet. For getting health-enhancing antioxidant protection in your bowl, you can't do better than eating blueberries.
For outstanding performance in taste and nutrition the Oscar goes to-blueberries! These sweet, blue treats are rightfully occupying preferred status on the nutritional red carpet. For getting health-enhancing antioxidant protection in your bowl, you can't do better than eating blueberries.
Halibut with Soft Herb Crust
Rich in omega-3 essential fats and a strong source of protein, halibut is also loaded with the minerals selenium, magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium. Favoured by fish lovers for its sweet firmness and nutritional profile, halibut also has fewer bones to put up with than other fish!
Rich in omega-3 essential fats and a strong source of protein, halibut is also loaded with the minerals selenium, magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium. Favoured by fish lovers for its sweet firmness and nutritional profile, halibut also has fewer bones to put up with than other fish!
Sea Lettuce-Crusted Wild Sockeye Salmon with Sauted Vegetables
Sea lettuce can be a bit tricky to source off the coast, but can be found in specialty stores where the edible green algae is sought after for its high protein, dietary fibre, vitamins, and minerals.
Sea lettuce can be a bit tricky to source off the coast, but can be found in specialty stores where the edible green algae is sought after for its high protein, dietary fibre, vitamins, and minerals.
Comfort Cuisine
Can the aroma of a Sunday dinner roasting in a wood oven last a lifetime? In the case of Executive Chef Hans Sauter, who first fell in love with cooking at his grandmother's table in a small Swiss town, the answer is deliciously affirmative.
Can the aroma of a Sunday dinner roasting in a wood oven last a lifetime? In the case of Executive Chef Hans Sauter, who first fell in love with cooking at his grandmother's table in a small Swiss town, the answer is deliciously affirmative.
Alberta Bison Filet Wrapped in Smoked Bacon with Red Wine Sauce and Maple Whisky Butter
While you can use regular bacon (or none at all) with this recipe, the flavour imparted by smoked varieties blend wonderfully well with both bison and maple whisky butter. Prepare red wine sauce and maple whisky butter ahead of time, as both will hold nicely refrigerated.
While you can use regular bacon (or none at all) with this recipe, the flavour imparted by smoked varieties blend wonderfully well with both bison and maple whisky butter. Prepare red wine sauce and maple whisky butter ahead of time, as both will hold nicely refrigerated.
Easy on the Tummy
So don't. Skip the weigh-in for today and have an easy tummy day. Drink water to flush out all the extra salt you may have consumed, have a light breakfast of fruit and probiotic yogourt, a simple lunch of salad and a lean protein, and a dinner of whole grains.
So don't. Skip the weigh-in for today and have an easy tummy day. Drink water to flush out all the extra salt you may have consumed, have a light breakfast of fruit and probiotic yogourt, a simple lunch of salad and a lean protein, and a dinner of whole grains.
The Art of Simple Food
Famed restaurauteur and food activist Alice Waters teaches fundamental techniques while instilling in readers a healthy planet food philosophy and culinary creativity. Although the "buy local, buy organic approach is a recent phenomenon, this author has long been considered a pioneer in the slow food movement. This is where modern meets traditional.
Famed restaurauteur and food activist Alice Waters teaches fundamental techniques while instilling in readers a healthy planet food philosophy and culinary creativity. Although the "buy local, buy organic approach is a recent phenomenon, this author has long been considered a pioneer in the slow food movement. This is where modern meets traditional.
Date and Pecan-Crusted Venison
The date and pecan crust in this dish balances the slight gaminess of the venison, which is increasingly available at specialty meat shops. Green beans and turnip make great side dishes.
The date and pecan crust in this dish balances the slight gaminess of the venison, which is increasingly available at specialty meat shops. Green beans and turnip make great side dishes.
Edible Christmas Gifts
Blame it on my hormones, but the older I get, the more it seems to me that Christmas has become a commercialized gift-giving extravaganza.
Blame it on my hormones, but the older I get, the more it seems to me that Christmas has become a commercialized gift-giving extravaganza.
Lamb Kibbeh Stuffed with Pistachios and Goat Cheese
Urfa pepper is a Turkish variety of chili pepper with a fantastic sweet, slightly smoky flavour with a touch of dried fruit on the palate. If sourcing is a challenge, Aleppo pepper offers a similar flavour profile.
Urfa pepper is a Turkish variety of chili pepper with a fantastic sweet, slightly smoky flavour with a touch of dried fruit on the palate. If sourcing is a challenge, Aleppo pepper offers a similar flavour profile.
Marinated Kanafa Prawns
Kanafa is a pastry similar to a stringy version of phyllo that is found in the freezer section of Middle Eastern and Greek food shops.
Kanafa is a pastry similar to a stringy version of phyllo that is found in the freezer section of Middle Eastern and Greek food shops.
Akoori
Spice up your breakfast with this delicious Indian scrambled egg dish, a simple way to jump start your day.
Spice up your breakfast with this delicious Indian scrambled egg dish, a simple way to jump start your day.
Apple and Brie Omelette
Looking to change things up? Try adding a little apple to your morning omelette.
Looking to change things up? Try adding a little apple to your morning omelette.
Slow Cooker Days
Everything old becomes new again. My mom always said if you lived long enough, styles would come back. The Crock-Pot, a popular 1970s kitchen appliance, is the latest new old find.
Everything old becomes new again. My mom always said if you lived long enough, styles would come back. The Crock-Pot, a popular 1970s kitchen appliance, is the latest new old find.
Lentil Quinoa Stew
The length of time will vary depending on what size of green lentils you use. I choose the larger organic green ones for a more solid texture.
The length of time will vary depending on what size of green lentils you use. I choose the larger organic green ones for a more solid texture.
Barley and Shiitake Mushroom Dinner
Barley is truly the unsung hero in the soluble-fibre world. This super grain is one of the richest sources of both soluble and insoluble fibre, which can help lower cholesterol.
Barley is truly the unsung hero in the soluble-fibre world. This super grain is one of the richest sources of both soluble and insoluble fibre, which can help lower cholesterol.
Comfort Cuisine
These colder months call for comforting hot stews. Not only does it feel wonderful to cozy up to a warm soup, but when you fill that soup pot with healthy ingredients, you'll cozy up to a bowl bursting with nutrients!
These colder months call for comforting hot stews. Not only does it feel wonderful to cozy up to a warm soup, but when you fill that soup pot with healthy ingredients, you'll cozy up to a bowl bursting with nutrients!
Vegetable and Tofu Maki
The word sushi doesn’t actually refer to raw fish but to a boiled rice dish flavoured with vinegar. Hence sushi doesn’t have to contain fish.
The word sushi doesn’t actually refer to raw fish but to a boiled rice dish flavoured with vinegar. Hence sushi doesn’t have to contain fish.
Faux Fried Chicken
A spoonful of jarred pesto, curry powder or paste, crushed garlic or ginger, or a shot of Tabasco stirred into the buttermilk will add subtle flavour to your finished chicken. Panko is available at Asian markets and gourmet stores as well as some grocery stores.
A spoonful of jarred pesto, curry powder or paste, crushed garlic or ginger, or a shot of Tabasco stirred into the buttermilk will add subtle flavour to your finished chicken. Panko is available at Asian markets and gourmet stores as well as some grocery stores.
Teriyaki Flank Steak
While flank is leaner than T-bone or prime rib, this marinade ensures you won’t miss the quintessential steak flavour.
While flank is leaner than T-bone or prime rib, this marinade ensures you won’t miss the quintessential steak flavour.
Salmon Nigiri
A classic that’s equally delicious with tuna, shrimp, mackerel, mahi-mahi, sea bass, flounder, and sole. Wild Pacific salmon is a less contaminated, more eco-friendly choice than farmed salmon.
A classic that’s equally delicious with tuna, shrimp, mackerel, mahi-mahi, sea bass, flounder, and sole. Wild Pacific salmon is a less contaminated, more eco-friendly choice than farmed salmon.
Smoked Salmon and Avocado Maki
Smoked trout and mackerel are good stand-ins for salmon. Choose wild Pacific salmon rather than farmed.
Smoked trout and mackerel are good stand-ins for salmon. Choose wild Pacific salmon rather than farmed.
Pork Medallions with Apples and Kale
Slender apple wedges soak up the maple-ginger sauciness from the pork. Cooking apples such as Honeycrisp, Jonagold, or Golden Delicious work well here.
Slender apple wedges soak up the maple-ginger sauciness from the pork. Cooking apples such as Honeycrisp, Jonagold, or Golden Delicious work well here.
Chicken with Mango and Apricots
If the thought of cooking the big bird makes you want to head for the hills, why not try the smaller cousin of the poultry family?
If the thought of cooking the big bird makes you want to head for the hills, why not try the smaller cousin of the poultry family?
Black Bean and Sweet Potato Chili
The black beans marry well with the vegetables and spices in what can only be described as a chili that warms even if the weather outside is frightful.
The black beans marry well with the vegetables and spices in what can only be described as a chili that warms even if the weather outside is frightful.
Gingered Maple-Soy Salmon with Autumn Slaw
Steaming fish in parchment paper packages keeps it juicy and moist. While the fish cooks, prepare the coleslaw.
Steaming fish in parchment paper packages keeps it juicy and moist. While the fish cooks, prepare the coleslaw.
Moroccan Chicken and Rice
This one-pot chicken and rice jumble gets an autumnal boost from butternut squash and is laced with the fragrant perfume of a variety of mixed dried spices. It’s not a spicy dish but is wonderful served with harissa, a North African spicy pepper paste.
This one-pot chicken and rice jumble gets an autumnal boost from butternut squash and is laced with the fragrant perfume of a variety of mixed dried spices. It’s not a spicy dish but is wonderful served with harissa, a North African spicy pepper paste.
Pappardelle with Peppered Beef, Basil, and Tomatoes
What makes this pasta dish so quick is the sauce—you barely cook it. Big cherry or campari tomatoes look pretty and are quick to prep—just slice in half.
What makes this pasta dish so quick is the sauce—you barely cook it. Big cherry or campari tomatoes look pretty and are quick to prep—just slice in half.
Spicy Carrot and Lentil Curry
Not only a good source of vitamin A and protein, but it adds a little heat to the furnace.
Not only a good source of vitamin A and protein, but it adds a little heat to the furnace.
Spaghetti Squash with Pumpkin Seed Pesto
Loaded with folic acid, potassium, vitamin A, and beta carotene, spaghetti squash is an excellent low-fat alternative to pasta.
Loaded with folic acid, potassium, vitamin A, and beta carotene, spaghetti squash is an excellent low-fat alternative to pasta.
Simple Sesame Grilled Chicken
Serve this alongside our other recipes for winter vegetables.
Serve this alongside our other recipes for winter vegetables.
Dilled Salmon Linguine
Whole wheat pasta is best cooked al dente. Check package directions for timing, but taste for doneness 1 to 2 minutes before the suggested time.
Whole wheat pasta is best cooked al dente. Check package directions for timing, but taste for doneness 1 to 2 minutes before the suggested time.
Beef Stew with Sweet Potatoes and Orange
With a score of 54 on the GI, sweet potatoes rank surprisingly low. Adding orange to this hearty stew further reduces its overall rating.
With a score of 54 on the GI, sweet potatoes rank surprisingly low. Adding orange to this hearty stew further reduces its overall rating.
