Recipes

Vanilla Blueberry Chia Pudding

May 17, 2018

This is a great recipe for those who are new to the kitchen and want to experiment working with different flavors. Have fun trying new and unusual flavor combinations, such as blood orange and dark chocolate, and using different extracts, yogurts, and fruits.

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Farmhouse Bubble and Squeak with Smoked Salmon

May 11, 2018

When I was growing up on our farm, we’d often have a surplus of certain ingredients, notably potatoes. (We must have gone through about 50 pounds of potatoes each week.) My grandmother would prepare bubble and squeak with day-old leftover mashed potatoes, and we would add whatever we had around to enhance the flavor and nutrition of the dish.

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Stout-Braised Mussels with Caramelized Onions

May 10, 2018

Just a few bold ingredients give you plenty of punch in this dish fit to be served at even the finest gastro-pub.

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Rhubarb-Raspberry Galette with Frangipane

May 6, 2018

Galettes are the ultimate in messy baking. Being freeform, the shape can be less than symmetrical and you’re not required to do any tricky lifting or fancy edging like with pies.

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Red Peppercorn Lamb Salad

May 3, 2018

This colourful salad is brimming with fresh Ontario fruit and vegetables. It’s then finished with a generous serving of Ontario Lamb, cooked to a melt in your mouth medium rare.

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Pan-Fried Pickerel Over Roasted Summer Veggies

May 3, 2018

Courtesy of Ontario Commercial Fisheries’ Association and Love Local Food. This Ontario fresh water fish is pan-fried to perfection in butter and a sprinkle of salt. Serve with garlicy roasted veggies for a quick summer meal.

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Tiramisu Crêpe Cake

October 13, 2017

This take on tiramisu is made with layers of crêpes and a rich espresso mascarpone filling to create an eye-catching brunch item or dessert that will wow any crowd. 

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Soy Stained Devilled Eggs and Dungeness Crab

September 18, 2017

Chef Trevor Bird always has an interesting take on classics! This creative and easy way to prepare and serve deviled eggs will impress your guests for sure!

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