Nelson Island Prawn and Crab cakes with Mango Salsa and Spinach /Tarragon Fetticini

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.

Sugar Snap Peas and Bean Salad

Bright colour and summer-fresh flavours make this salad worthy of any special occasion. The beans and peas maintain their crunch well.

Fiddlehead Pasta Primavera

Ham, cheese and a couple of eggs turn these ferns into an economical supper, Substitute wild morels, if you're lucky enough to find them in your fiddlehead foraging, for domestic mushrooms.

Roasted Garlic and Eggplant Dip

Looking for a new flavour combination for a party dip? Here, eggplant and mild roasted garlic are accented with fresh herbs and balsamic vinegar. Serve with crackers, thin slices of toasted bread, breadsticks or vegetables.

Watermelon Soup

Hot summer days call for dishes that don't heat up the kitchen, like this chilled soup. If you make it ahead, give it a quick stir before serving.

A Fine Tomato Sauce

Watch how the Canadian Living Test Kitchen prepares this easy tomato sauce.

Creamy Polenta with Herbs

Comforting, smooth and creamy with cheese, this makes a stick-to-your-ribs vegetarian meal to serve with a crisp salad.

Leftover Turkey Rice Casserole

Always looking to do something with that leftover turkey? I've been making and sharing this for years. Enjoy!

Pasta with Tomato and Bocconcini

Two Cheese and Corn Risotto Bake

This summer-fresh, no-stir risotto takes the effort out of a classic Italian dish.