Shortcuts - Use timer on bread machine to make dough while you're busy, or use prepared pizza dough. - Use prepared pizza or pasta sauce. - Buy sliced mushrooms, frozen chopped spinach and sliced cheese.
Sweet roasted beets get a fresh orange lift in this colourful salad with a tangy vinaigrette. Substitute a mixture of arugula, radicchio and fresh spinach for the watercress if you like.
You can make this hearty soup vegetarian by omitting the bacon, sautéing the veggies in olive oil instead of the bacon fat and substituting vegetable broth for the chicken broth. Use the bottom of a heavy saucepan to crush the fennel seeds, which will release their licorice-like flavour. If you don't have fresh spinach, you can use half of a 300-gram package of frozen spinach; just be sure to thaw and drain it well before stirring it into the soup.
We have recreational oceanfront property on the Sunshine Coast in BC and have a abundance of fresh seafood available twelve months of the year. One trip several years ago we had only caught two redrock crab off our float and ramp system and about two dozen or so large BC spotted prawns. We decided to put these two ingredients together to make a tasty dish to go along with our city dinner. We have no stores nearby so must make do and improvise.
The bold peppery flavour of watercress puts a modern twist on classic creamed spinach. A handful of shiitakes and a hit of fiery fresh ginger give this rich yet nutrient-packed side an Asian-inspired feel.
This creamy, sweet dressing with a hint of citrus pairs nicely with a spinach and strawberry salad. For 4 servings, toss 1/3 cup (75 mL) dressing with about 8 cups (2 L) greens.
A North African–inspired blend of fragrant spices flavours this chicken. For an extra spicy kick, add another 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper to the dry rub. Serve with Pomegranate Spinach With Garlic Chips.
"What can we make ahead when we entertain?" is one of the most frequent questions we get. Here's the answer that satisfies every time: an elegant phyllo-wrapped salmon fillet gussied up with wild rice, mushrooms and spinach.
Wilted baby spinach and sauteed leek add a touch of elegance to this moist, lean version of meat loaf. If you can't find Fontina cheese, any mild-tasting, creamy cheese will do, such as Havarti or mozzarella.
When you're hungry after a day's fishing (or a day at work) and you want to eat fast, this 10-minute glazed fish is just the ticket. Serve with rice and wilted fresh spinach.
