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Potato and Chicken Lasagna

Looking for a new twist on classic lasagna? This version features fresh herbs, chicken and zucchini. Substituting potatoes for pasta...


Soupe au Pistou

I've adapted this soup'basically a vegetable-basil soup'from the French classic. But the basil in this recipe isn't pounded (pistou) into...


Corn & Shrimp Chowder

When making this, frozen or canned corn are both fine to use. If you like it spicy, add a pinch...


Sopa Azteca, Perfect For Clean Eaters

This spicy, broth-based Mexican soup is great for dinner parties because your guests can customize their soup right at the...


Wild Rice Salad

Nutty, fruity and packed with flavour, this make-ahead dish is a wholesome side for all kinds of entrees.


Coleslaw

This tangy, colourful salad isn't your traditional picnic coleslaw. The cumin and cilantro add some unexpected flavours


Sue Mah’s Pasta Salad

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Tandoori Chicken Skewers with Wild Blueberry Fig Sauce

Traditional Indian flavours combine with delicious blueberries to create a unique dish that's sure to be a hit at your...

Quinoa and Roasted Vegetable Salad

A great salad to tote to a potluck or dish up at a summer barbecue.


Cherry Mustard

For a new take on a classic condiment, add dried tart cherries. The mustard goes perfect with steak, burgers or...


Watermelon Agua Fresca

Agua Fresca, Spanish for fresh, cold waters, is a combination of watermelon, water, fruit and honey blended together and served...


Balsamic Caramelized Onion Caprese

This homage to an Italian staple features sweet caramelized onions sautéed in balsamic vinegar, spooned over cut watermelon and slices...


Plum’ilicious Summer Drink

Tree-ripened Ontario plums offer a refreshing and aromatic summer aperitif. Add a splash of sparkling wine or gingerale for a...


Wheat Berry Salad with Coronation Grapes

This salad is full of savoury Mediterranean-inspired flavours, which are perfectly complemented by sweet Niagara Coronation grapes. This hearty and...


Ontario Nectarine Salad with Minted Chili Dressing

A variety of garden greens makes this salad interesting both in texture and colour. When mixed with fresh nectarines and...


Healthy Moroccan-Inspired Turkey Kebabs

Seasoning lean turkey meat with flavourful Moroccan spices makes for a winning combination.


Lightened-Up Creamy Caesar Salad

Caesar salad is often made with a mayonnaise-based dressing. My version uses low-fat yogurt and fat-free sour cream, which limits...

Tagliatelle with Green Sauce

This simple vegetable and yogurt sauce is ready in as little time as it takes to cook and drain the...


Quinoa with Grilled Eggplant

Quinoa, a nutritious grain from South America, has a texture similar to split lentils when cooked. It contains more protein...


Roast Vegetable and Bean Stew

This easy, one-pot dish of root vegetables and pinto beans makes a nourishing winter main courseand needs no accompaniments.


Sophie Dahl’s Lettuce Soup Recipe

Former supermodel Sophie Dahl shares her mom's recipe for a summery lettuce soup. This soup may be eaten hot or...


Citrus and Spinach Salad

Fresh leaf spinach pairs well with citrus fruits, melon and prosciutto. Here the spinach is tossed with the fruits and...


Eastern Salad

Based on fattoush (the colourful, crunchy salad served throughout the Middle East), this version adds tuna for extra flavour and...

Watermelon and Feta Salad

In this salad, the salty tang of creamy feta cheese contrasts with pieces of sweet watermelon and juicy golden nectarines....


Asian Noodle Bowl With Spicy Almond Sauce

Almond sauce provides a fresh twist on an Asian-inspired noodle dish. The toasted almond garnish adds extra crunch'and extra nutrients'to...


Roasted Sweet Potato and Grapefruit Salad

Sweet potatoes and grapefruits are both loaded with antioxidants. Pair this colourful dish with burgers for a fresh take on...


Hearty Lentil Orange Soup

The orange juice in this soup lightens up the robust taste of lentils


Orange, Roasted Beet, and Arugula Salad

The beet can be roasted up to a day in advance of serving the salad. Although the red beet contrasts...


Farfalle with Arugula and White Beans

Quickly wilted arugula, canned beans, and toasted walnuts add heft to this vegetarian main course. Try spinach in place of...