A less traditional yet tasty take on a holiday dinner
Holiday dinners vary from household to household. Some might prefer a traditional meal of turkey with all of the trimmings, while others might want to try their hands at something new. For those among the latter group, the following recipe for “Winter-Stuffed Pork Tenderloin,” from Laurey Masterton’s “The Fresh Honey Cookbook” (Storey Publishing), is sure to make a splash at your holiday dinner table this season. Winter Fruit-Stuffed...
A perfect homemade treat for unexpected holiday guests
Come the holiday season, it’s not uncommon to have a few unexpected guests pop in for a visit. Loved ones want to share holiday cheer, and may arrive unexpectedly to share such well wishes. Preparing for unexpected guests can make their visits that much more enjoyable. When such guests come knocking this holiday season, share your holiday cheer over a cup of coffee and a treat like “Blueberry Streusel Baby Bundts” from Kathy Wakile...
Avoid contraction of food borne illnesses
A food thermometer helps accurately gauge food to prevent illness from undercooking. Stomach bugs are rarely pleasant. Such bugs can last several days and result in missed school or work and even turn into something more serious, like dehydration. Many stomach bugs, whether they are the result of a virus or germs brought home from school, may be the result of poorly handled food. Food borne illnesses cause about 325,000...
Food storage and safety tips
Buying in bulk can reduce trips to the supermarket and save you money. When buying in bulk, you can cook perishable foods all at once or store foods for later use. When taking the latter approach, there are certain storage and safety tips home cooks can take to ensure their food stays fresh and safe to eat. Be prepared Before buying a large amount of food, ensure that your refrigerator and freezer are in good working order. Use a food...
Indian cuisine with a little less kick
Indian cuisine is known the world over for its flavourful and often spicy dishes. But not every Indian dish is overwhelmingly spicy. For those who want the flavour but not necessarily the kick of Indian cuisine, this mildly spicy recipe is sure to please. Vegetables With a Minty Lamb & Rice Stuffing Serves 4 to 6 Stuffing ½ cup basmati rice, soaked in water for 1 hour 8 ounces lean ground lamb 2 tablespoons minced mint leaves...
Think outside the cereal box at the breakfast table
The breakfast table is where many families gather on weekend mornings to start their days with a hearty meal and some equally hearty conversation. Families who have grown tired of cereal or scrambled eggs can forgo traditional breakfast fare in favor of something a little more flavourful and unique, such as the following recipe for “Pan-Fried Eggs and Mixed Mushroom Sauté on Toasted Sourdough Slices” from Betty Rosbottom’s “Sunday...
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