Baking the dressing outside the turkey speeds up the roasting time and makes for easy serving from a casserole.
Red meat is one of the best sources of iron. Iron-rich foods are needed to help prevent iron-deficiency anemia, which is one of the most common nutrient deficiencies among Canadian women. Cooking the roast on a bed of sliced onions infuses the gravy with their sweet flavour.
Canned lentils or chickpeas and tomatoes are pantry musts for quick weeknight suppers. This dish is suitable for vegans, but others can add a sprinkle of sharp cheese, such as Asiago or Romano.
If you like moist stuffing, this recipe is for you. Classic flavours merge to make a delicious stuffing that requires absolutely no oven space. Be sure to use day-old bread that is firm (but not dry like croutons) instead of fresh bread. It will mean the difference between a moist or soggy stuffing. Choose an apple that holds its shape when cooked, such as Cortland, Braeburn or Crispin.
You can assemble this savoury sliceable loaf a day ahead, then pop it into the oven while the turkey is on the barbecue.
Take your pick of nine delicious, easy-to-make party delights in our "Fantastic Finger Foods" collection in the January 2007 issue of Canadian Living magazine -- also featuring a helpful cocktail party planner.
Juicy, grilled pork tenderloin is set beside a party of flavour made of napa cabbage, sugar snap peas, matchstick carrots, lime juice, sesame oil and gingerroot.
