Winter recipes

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    2003 International Chowder Winner

    • John Petcoff, co-owner of seafood restaurant Oyster Boy in Toronto, carried off the grand prize at last year's chowder simmer-off at P.E.I.'s...
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    Abitibi Game Pie

    • Come winter or late fall, there is nothing like sharing a savoury meat pie from Abitibi with family and friends. Commonly called tourtière ,...
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    All-Butter Gingerbread Cookie Dough

    • In large bowl, beat butter with sugar until fluffy; beat in eggs, fancy molasses and cooking molasses. Whisk together flour, ginger, baking...
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    Apple Cinnamon Strata

    • A cross between a main dish and dessert, this sumptuous strata is a great attraction on any buffet table.
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    Apple Tartlets with Caramel Sauce

    • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) Pastry: In food processor, blend flour with salt. Add butter; pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs....
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    Apricot and Golden Raisin Sour Cream Flan

    • Encased in buttery flaky pastry and similar to cheesecake in texture, with the addition of raisins and apricots, this traditional Russian flan is...
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    Apricot and Red Pepper Pork Tenderloin

    • The sweetness of the apricots and the heat of the hot pepper flakes make the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. This recipe takes a bit longer to...
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    Arugula Soup With Potato Croutons

    • Think bread is necessary for making croutons? Think again! Potatoes make a wonderfully crispy garnish.
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    Baked Sausage and Pepper Pasta With Mozzarella and Provolone

    • This Italian household favourite is a sure hit with any crowd. The freeze-ahead part is a flavourful sausage-and-tomato sauce. Just thaw, toss with...
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    Banana Cake With White Chocolate Glaze

    • Banana bread aficionados often cling to the classic banana-walnut combination, but this version will be sure to change their tune. It uses milk...
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    Bannock

    • Bannock, a quick biscuit–type bread, is a specialty of aboriginal cooks throughout North America, including in Nunavut. For the fluffiest...
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    Bay Breeze Cocktail

    • Fill highball glass with ice. Add pineapple juice, cranberry juice and vodka; stir to chill and blend. Garnish with lime.
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    Beef and Black Bean Chili

    • This chili recipe is made special with sweet peppers and corn kernels, and is delightful comfort food for a party of six.
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    Beef and Black Bean Enchilada Bake

    • This tasty recipe is a quick fix when tacos just won't do. There is no rolling involved and each slice has a generous helping of thick enchilada...
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    Beef and Green Bean Stew

    • Choose an outside or inside round oven roast or shoulder pot roast. Starting with one piece of meat rather than precut stewing beef means that all...
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    Beef Pot Pie

    • Joan uses leftover beef pot roast and gravy and cooked vegetables to make this pie. You can also combine and cook diced carrots and peas to...
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    Beef Stew With Cheese Biscuits

    • Cooking the shallots until caramelized creates the flavour base, and their subtle sweetness naturally balances out the sharp blue cheese. If you're...
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    Beef Stroganoff Shepherd's Pie

    • This hearty casserole has a well-seasoned, savoury filling smothered with a layer of Creamy Mashed Potatoes.
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    Beer and Oat Bread

    • Reserve 1/4 cup (50 mL) of the oats for topping. In food processor, grind 2 cups (500 mL) of the remaining oats until fine. Set aside. Sprinkle...
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    Beer-Braised Corned Beef and Cabbage

    • Rinse brisket and pat dry; place in slow cooker. Spread mustard over brisket; sprinkle with pickling spice. Cut leeks, carrots and parsnips in...
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    Black Bean Soup with Lime Coriander Sauce

    • Whether you choose the long soak method or the quick and convenient canned bean method, this Southwestern-inspired soup will take the chill off a...
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    Black Forest Brownie Mix

    • With the mix prettily presented in layers and baking instructions written on the gift card, this makes a welcome present for families, teachers or...
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    Bloody Mary

    • Fill highball glass with ice; set aside. Fill martini shaker with ice. Add tomato juice, vodka, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, hot pepper...
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    Blue Cheese and Fruit Terrine

    • Good-quality cheese pairs with nuts and dried fruit in this classic hors d'oeuvre. The only trick to this easy terrine is to gently mix the cheeses...
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    Boiled Lobster With Flavoured Butter

    • Lobsters are king in New Brunswick, and the best way to enjoy their sweet decadence is simply to boil them. Dress your lobster up with one or more...
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    Bok Choy and Pork Stir-Fry

    • Thinly slice pork tenderloin crosswise; set aside. In small measuring cup, whisk together 3/4 cup (175 mL) water, cornstarch, soy sauce and...
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    Braised Beef in Wine

    • This is boeuf en daube, a traditional French dish of large chunks of beef marinated in wine and slow-braised in a sealed casserole. It's renowned...
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    Braised Chicken and Potatoes

    • Mix together marjoram, salt, rosemary and pepper; sprinkle 1-1/2 tsp (7 mL) over chicken. In large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat;...
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    Braised Oxtail and Winter Vegetables

    • Oxtail makes a most succulent stew. Try to prepare this classic British dish over two days. On the first, braise the meat and chill; on the second...
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    Braised Pork Shoulder and White Beans

    • The humble pork shoulder roast becomes meltingly tender when braised. A bone-in pork picnic roast or boneless pork butt roast can be used...


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