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November 6, 2012 | 0 Comments

Apple, Carrot & Parsnip Soup

This apple, carrot & parsnip soup is perfect for the fall. Look for firm, medium sized parsnips with smooth surfaces – large are often split, bitter and their inner cores have a woody texture. They remind me of cream coloured carrots, sweeter and buttery. Carrots and apple round out the flavour and add a velvety dimension. […]

October 24, 2012 | 0 Comments

Herbed Basmati Rice

Here’s a quick and simple recipe for herbed basmati rice. Serves 6-8 Ingredients: 1½ cups basmati rice, rinsed 1 tsp sea salt 2 tbsp butter or olive oil ½ cup chopped mixed tender leaved fresh herbs – flat leaf parsley, dill, cilantro, basil ¼ tsp black pepper Method: In a medium pot, bring 3 cups […]

August 30, 2012 | 0 Comments

Tempeh Waldorf Salad

Try this vegetarian spin on the Waldorf Salad! Makes: 6 servings Ingredients: 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 8 oz tempeh, cut into ½ inch cubes 1 cup coarsely chopped fennel 2 stalks celery finely chopped 1 cup red seedless grapes, halved 1 oranges, peeled and sectioned 2 tart apples, unpeeled, cut into 1-inch chunks […]

August 6, 2012 | 0 Comments

Barley Risotto with Asparagus and Dried Mushrooms

Risotto can be made with different starchy grains and when it is made with pearl barley, it is a delicious alternative to traditional risotto, made with white Arborio rice. Cook the barley in vegetable or chicken stock. Fresh herbs and vegetables compliment this barley risotto dish so well. Creamy and satisfying. Makes: 4 servings Ingredients: […]

August 3, 2012 | 0 Comments

Linguine Salad with Ginger & Garlic

This linguine salad with ginger & garlic is delicious hot or cold. Scent the pasta cooking water with dried herbs, it adds a lot of flavour. Prep Time: 25 minutes Makes: 6 servings Ingredients: 1 tsp dried basil ½ tsp dried rosemary ½ tsp salt 8 oz linguine ½ cup arame 2 cloves garlic, minced […]

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