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    11 toppings for Hanukkah latkes

    • From applesauce to caviar, 11 tempting toppings take latkes from simple to sensational.
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    All-Time Favourite Cheese and Tomato Macaroni

    • Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain well. Meanwhile, in heavy saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; cook onion until...
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    Almond Cranberry Couscous

    • In small saucepan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat; cook onion, garlic, salt, pepper, celery and rosemary stirring often, until softened,...
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    Almond Honey Carrots

    • Colourful carrots brighten tables any time of year, especially when accented with nuts and honey.
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    Almond Pilaf

    • Studded with nuts and spices, this rice takes only minutes to prepare, then steams to tenderness while you make the rest of the meal. For a...
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    Antipasto Pickles

    • These colourful vegetables look best when all the pieces are uniformly cut. Look for a white wine vinegar that has 6 per cent acetic acid indicated...
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    Anyday Potato Caesar Salad

    • Scrub potatoes and cut in half or quarters, if larger. In a medium saucepan, cover potatoes with cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat; season...
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    Apple & Turnip Casserole

    • This recipe has a nutty, cinnamon taste that is very comforting. I use it to complement a pork roast.
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    Applesauce and Cinnamon Squash

    • In saucepan over medium heat, combine puree applesauce, salt, pepper and cinnamon; cook, stirring occasionally, for about 8 minutes or until...
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    Apricot Almond Rice

    • "I came up with this recipe when I needed a rice dish to go with an Easter ham," says Elizabeth.
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    Artichoke Dip

    • Full of basil's peppy fresh colour and flavour, this spread is a snap to put together before you leave home. Serve with crackers or vegetable sticks.
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    Arugula and Tomato Salad

    • In salad bowl, toss arugula with tomatoes. In small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red onion, red wine vinegar, balsamic vinegar, salt and...
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    Arugula Shrimp Salad

    • Orange Vinaigrette: Grate enough orange rind to make 1 tsp (5 mL); set aside. Working over large bowl, cut off rind and outer membrane of...
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    Asian Quick Pickles: Quick Bean and Carrot Pickles

    • In saucepan, toast mustard seeds over medium-high heat for 1 minute or until beginning to pop. Stir in vinegar, sugar, water and salt until sugar...
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    Asparagus Cream Soup

    • Tender young asparagus yields the best results. If you don't have the homemade Chicken or Vegetable Stock, you can substitute the commercial...
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    Asparagus Mushroom Stir-Fry

    • Nothing says spring like the first-of-the-season asparagus, paired here with shiitake mushrooms.
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    Asparagus Prosciutto Bundles

    • Dressing: In bowl, combine tomato, oil, vinegar, garlic, salt, pepper and thyme; set aside. In saucepan, cover and blanch asparagus in boiling...
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    Asparagus Salad

    • In bowl, whisk together light mayonnaise, milk, grated lemon rind, lemon juice, salt and granulated sugar. Arrange asparagus on plates and...
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    Asparagus Spears in Sour Cream

    • Cold asparagus spears, dressed with sour cream, were a highlight of late-Victorian cuisine — perfect to honour the Queen and welcome the...
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    Asparagus Spears with Lemon Dipping Sauce

    • The arrival of tasty locally grown asparagus at your grocery store is a sure sign of spring, and this dish showcases it beautifully.
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    Asparagus with Creamy Lemon Sauce

    • In small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, 2 tsp (10 mL) water, lemon juice, chives and pinch each granulated sugar, salt and pepper; set aside....
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    Asparagus with Dill and Cream

    • An absolutely foolproof cream sauce adds a special touch to tender-crisp asparagus spears. It's also excellent with other vegetables, such as...
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    Asparagus with Red Pepper Vinaigrette

    • This colourful vinaigrette is also great on any other tender-crisp vegetable, such as green beans or broccoli.
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    Assorted Vegetable Kabobs

    • Vegetables on the grill are easy partners for any barbecued dish. Serve with Grilled Strip Loins with Onion Rings or Mushroom Steaks.
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    Baby Greens in Frico Cups

    • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). In bowl, mix cheese with flour. Using 1/4 cup (50 mL) for each frico cup and baking only 2 at a time, mound...
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    Baby New Potatoes

    • In pot of boiling salted water, cover and cook potatoes until tender, about 7 minutes. Drain and return to pot over low heat for 30 seconds. Toss...
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    Baby Potato and Mozzarella Papillote

    • Preheat grill to medium. Cut baby potatoes in quarters. In a bowl, mix potatoes with pesto. Season to taste. Transfer onto a large square...
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    Baby Potato Salad with Salsa Verde

    • New potatoes are waxy and keep their shape after cooking, making them ideal for salads. Using small ones means you can leave them whole for a...
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    Baby Spinach and Goat Cheese Salad

    • Dressing: In bowl, whisk together oil, sherry, mustard, garlic, salt and pepper; set aside. (Make-ahead: Cover and refrigerate for up to 2...
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    Baby Vegetable Medley

    • Crisp, herb-scented vegetables herald spring. You can replace the baby zucchini and squash with two each sweet yellow peppers and zucchini, thickly...


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