Submitted by Kathini Dreilich of Victoria, this is a second-place winner of the 2005 Canada Day Chicken Challenge contest.
Mussels come naturally bite-size, making them well suited to get-togethers at an antipasti table. You can also prepare clams, such as littlenecks or Manila, in the same manner.
One of the best stews yet, this is a Macedonian dish. The hot pepper adds a lovely contrasting zip to the mild flavour of lamb and rice. Serve it with crusty bread and a salad.
Navy beans are not only delicious and creamy but are also a good source of folate and protein. This American comfort food is the perfect combination of savoury and sweet and is fantastic served with toast.
Fagioli means "beans" in Italian. Here, we've adapted a traditional Italian soup to make a hearty pasta dish by the same name.
