Country Seed Bread

When bread machines first became popular a few years ago, The Canadian Living Test Kitchen got busy adapting recipes. Very easy to make in the machine — and almost as easy by hand — this loaf is nutty, chewy and just plain good.

Tom Yum Pork Stew

Togarashi Mayonnaise

Look for umami-rich shichimi togarashi in Asian markets or the international aisle of the grocery store.

Thai Thighs

Peanut butter adds a Thai touch to budget-priced chicken legs or thighs.

Korean-Style Beef

Threaded on skewers, this take on Beef Bulgogi makes for an easy appetizer, or serve over rice with your favourite veg for a family dinner.

Quick Radish Pickles

Spicy Eggplant Stir-Fry

East-West Barbecue Sauce

Why pick up store-bought barbecue sauces when you can just as easily make your own at home? Here is one that you can brush onto food while grilling or use as a dip for grilled meats and vegetables. Use 1 cup (250 mL) sauce for 4 servings (1 lb/500 g boneless or 2 lb/1 kg bone-in) meat.

Duck Confit & Clementine Wontons

Wasabi Spinach Mayonnaise

Wasabi, or Japanese horseradish, is available in tubes or in powder. To make 1 tbsp (15 mL) from powder, mix 2 tsp (10 mL) powder with 1-1/2 tsp (7 mL) cold water and let stand for 5 minutes.