Slow Cooker Spicy Tomato and Beef Chili

Using stewing beef instead of ground meat adds delicious bulk to this otherwise classic chili. Serve as is or use it as a topping for baked potatoes.

Blue Cheese and Walnut Mushrooms

Mushrooms are delicious partners for rich, cheesy fillings. Look for uniformly sized mushrooms that are about 2 inches (5 cm) wide. For a pretty finish, top each one with a tiny sprinkle of herbs, such as thyme, chives or parsley.

Mango Sorbet with Macerated Strawberries

Potato Pancakes With Smoked Salmon And Dill Creme Fraiche

Cranberry Cookies

A great christmas cookie recipe Looks great, and can easily be packaged for gifts.

Light Berry Fool

A beautiful, light berry dessert. The perfect finale to your spring or summer menu. Cost: $1.67/serving

Smoked Trout Roll-Ups

Smoked trout, with the skin still on, retains moistness and has a mild sweet flavour and flaky texture. If you can't find it, smoked salmon or smoked mackerel is just as delicious.

BLT Pasta Salad

Rum-Spiked Pouring Custard

Patience makes perfect, so don't let the custard boil or it may split.

Carrot Raisin Muffins