This makes a thick, fluffy batter. You can find xanthan gum in health food stores or the health-food aisle of some supermarkets. Serve these versatile pancakes with maple syrup and bacon. Or omit the cinnamon and serve with sour cream, chopped chives and smoked salmon. Use two skillets to speed up cooking time.?
Michael Howell, chef and owner of Tempest Restaurant in Wolfville, N.S., sent us this recipe for the rich, creamy and delightful chowder that is featured at his restaurant as part of the Taste of Nova Scotia's Chowder Trail. This recipe calls for smoked haddock, but any hot-smoked fish, such as trout or salmon, will work. Garnish with snipped fresh chives, if desired.
Dee describes Mom Sondra Mawdsley as having a pioneer spirit — pointing to the fact that she was one of the first women in British Columbia to be licensed to umpire mens' fastball. You'll often find her in her garden or on her boat. Then it's home to create a delicious dish with her catch — everything from seaweed bread to this thick chowder. And if she has no parsley or chives? Rinsed sea lettuce is a fine substitute.
This is not real poaching but rather more like steaming, leaving the salmon to taste as if it were simmered in aromatic liquid. It's magnificent hot and mighty tasty cold. Toss any leftovers the next night with pasta and dressing.
