Recipes

This velvety-smooth soup may look as though it’s from a fine dining restaurant, but it is oh-so-easy to prepare. The mouthwatering combination of chicken, asparagus, and Asiago cheese makes for a soup with intense depth of flavour that will earn it a regular space in your recipe box.

Quinoa (pronounced keen-wa) is an ancient grain originally cultivated by the Incas in the Andes Mountains of South America. The red quinoa, rich in fibre and high in protein, is perfect in this fresh, light salad. Featuring a slight Asian kick courtesy of a hit of ginger, honey, and Hoisin sauce, these wraps are perfect for a light summer meal. If you can’t find red quinoa, feel free to substitute with regular quinoa.

This unique take on lasagna is perfect at the peak of asparagus season in the early summer. With a béchamel sauce and a blend of cheeses to combine with the chicken and asparagus, this is a rich, flavourful dish that will make any meal feel like a special occasion.

This spicy peanut-glazed stir fry will earn a permanent place in your recipe book. It is easy to put together and simple ingredients like peanut butter and soy sauce helps leftovers to reheat wonderfully.

This recipe makes a double batch of marinade, perfect to keep on hand for unexpected guests. You will love the complex flavour of this Asian-inspired recipe, made unique with the addition of chardonnay. This mouthwatering chicken is delicious served with steamed rice and an Asian vegetable slaw.

Miso is a uniquely flavoured condiment well worth adding to your pantry. After you try it in this delicious chicken recipe, you’ll be combing your cookbooks to find more applications! This Japanese-inspired dish is wholesome and light-tasting.

Orange gives a lovely flavour to any stir-fry. Here, it brings the flavours of sage and thyme together to pair beautifully with the other ingredients.

Skip the extra calories and work of a traditional pie crust! Try our delicious, low fat crust made with grated potato mixed with onion, egg and a touch of salt. Tender, fresh asparagus helps make this a delicious main meal pie.

A healthy remake of a savoury bread pudding set with eggs, also known as "strata." It is a popular brunch option that can be made with leftover chicken. If you are pressed for time, buy a rotisserie-cooked chicken at the supermarket. Boost the fibre and nutrition using a hearty, dense whole grain bread. Make it ahead and pop it in the oven for a great brunch, lunch or even dinner dish.

Here's a perfect spring salad that celebrates fresh asparagus and chives. You will love the tangy, sesame ginger dressing.

Far from a blah work day dinner, this slow-cooker meal can be put together in the morning while the coffee’s brewing or the night before and refrigerated. The most time consuming part? Measuring out the spirited spices. The soul-soothing results, my dear, will definitely whisk you away to the Kasbah.

We’re not kidding about the garlic! While it seems like an over-the-top amount, this recipe made famous years ago by James Beard, is still coveted by foodies. And the good news about our updated version. It’s been streamlined for the slow cooker and still packs a wallop of flavour with half the original amount of garlic.

This trendy Asian salad is easier to make than a mayonnaise laced macaroni one and simple enough for cooking ahead for a cottage weekend. With tender chicken added, it deserves a starring role at any summer lunch or potluck. You can always fast forward prep time by picking up a rotisserie chicken and remember the flavour of the salad is better if made a day ahead (Don’t forget to pack any leftovers for lunch the next day).

This is the recipe to remember when you want to do a “special” dinner for two without breaking the bank. Maybe it’s Friday night after the kids have gone to bed – so we’ve used ingredients you may have on hand just in case you haven’t planned ahead. If it’s for a Valentine’s Day – pair with asparagus and a wild rice mix.

Complex flavoured chutney kick starts the multi levels of taste in this braised ragout. It doesn’t take a lot of prep, no browning, just slow simmering. Then to capture every drop of the utterly delicious sauce – spoon over rice, couscous or orzo. Perfect for a Saturday night dinner.

This dish is not hard to make but is packed with flavour. Peri Peri Chicken originated in Mozambique and is popular in Portuguese cuisine.

If you‘re looking for something different to serve your guest then this recipe is the one! It packs a peppery punch by combining sautéed radishes, watercress and Dijon mustard with tender pieces of chicken thighs.

Fresh lemon and lime juices paired with apple juice serve to rev up the natural tastes in this slow-cooked comfort dish. It’s a snap to put together, even before heading off to work. Like it hot? Throw in a teaspoon or two of dried chilies. Add quartered bell peppers or frozen peas for the last half hour of simmering and they will take care of the veggie portion of your balanced dinner. Just be sure to have lots of rice or orzo to soak up the vibrant sauce.

Baked crispy chicken with a full-on curry taste in every bite (aka modern shake-and-bake) is a snap to make. Matter of fact, it takes a fraction of the time needed to make a good curry sauce. Then comes the added joy of picking the coated chicken up in your fingers and digging in plus the added bonus - toasted coconut in the coating - divine !!!!

When you find yourself with leeks and carrots in the vegetable bin, you can have this sumptuous healthy dinner on the table in a French moment. Spoon over rice or mashed potatoes and dinner is fête de complète.