Orange and Beet Salad with Parmesan Curls
Paper-thin curls of Parmigiano-Reggiano accentuate the salad's nutty notes.
Paper-thin curls of Parmigiano-Reggiano accentuate the salad's nutty notes.
These bites are the perfect mixture of flavours old and new: an aged Gorgonzola filling surrounded with slices of fresh grilled zucchini and brightened up with lemon zest.
A stunning vegetarian main course or side dish, this torte marries in-season tomatoes and potatoes with fragrant fresh thyme.
Peas and prosciutto are a classic Italian combination made even better by this creamy pasta sauce. Orecchiette are a good match for peas because these "little ears" of pasta cup the peas so snugly. Of course, any pasta similar in size to the peas will hold the sauce and work just as well.
Easy enough for a weeknight supper,a frittata also makes a satisfying weekend brunch. Eggs are an important source of high-quality protein. They are also a source of vitamins B12 and E, riboflavin and folate. For added calcium, mash the salmon bones finely - you won't even notice them. Serve with crusty whole wheat bread and Sautéed Spinach.
A deli-roast chicken is often cheaper than a fresh one and, for a Friday night when convenience counts, it's a smart solution. However, if you want to use leftover chicken or turkey, you need 3 cups (750 mL) shredded. Set out bowls of sour cream and salsa as accompaniments.
Ooey, gooey nachos are everyone's favourite pub snack. But trust us -- this healthier version is just as nicely spiced and punchy, but contains much less fat, thanks to baked tortilla chips and lean ground turkey.
Freshly steamed lobster gives this decadent, creamy dip unparalleled flavour and the best texture; it's a splurge compared to frozen canned lobster, but it's totally worth it. Most fish counters will steam a lobster to order in about 15 minutes—saving you time and the fuss of cooking it at home. Serve the dip with warm sliced bread and crackers.
David Burgess, national account manager of The Hockey News, thinks that these would be great right from the oven during any sporting event. They'd give everyone energy to cheer on the home team. He admits, though, that while he may not make these for himself, it sure would be nice to have them made for him. Hint, hint.
