Here's a vegan alternative for the vegetarians at the party. For a nonvegan option, sprinkle with shredded Cheddar cheese for the last couple of minutes on the grill.
With the rush of school, work and extra-curricular activites in full swing, you'll love the ease of this meltingly-tender pot roast from your slow cooker.
Arancini are elegant, crispy bites of warm risotto with melting cheese centres. If desired, they can be further elevated by the addition of a drizzle of white truffle oil when stirring in the Parmesan. For convenience, make the risotto a day ahead.
In this light Italian salad, arugula and sliced mushrooms come alive with a drizzling of lemony vinaigrette and a sprinkling of sharp Parmesan shavings. It's the perfect side for any entrée and a tasty topper for pizzas and sandwiches, including our very own piadina.
Use any fast-fry steak for this simple dish, but boneless rib steaks are tender and flavourful. Serve with egg noodles tossed with a drizzle of olive oil and steamed sugar snap peas.
With a nutty, chewy texture, this healthful salad makes a satisfying lunch.
This French adaptation of a Russian classic features and easy-to-handle cream cheese pastry.
Take your time and enjoy yourself as you roll and stretch the dough paper-thin for this flaky strudel. Your efforts will be rewarded as you reap the compliments for one of the most delicious sit-down appetizers (or vegetarian main courses) you have ever prepared.
For a change from the usual potatoes or rice, serve with pearl couscous, which is larger and rounder than regular couscous. Pearl couscous is available in specialty, Jewish, Middle Eastern and some health food stores.
