Balsamic Cherry and Caramelized White Chocolate Tartlets
Baking white chocolate causes the sugar to caramelize, which elevates its rich toffee flavour. Finished with a tart cherry balsamic reduction, this dessert is seriously satisfying.
Baking white chocolate causes the sugar to caramelize, which elevates its rich toffee flavour. Finished with a tart cherry balsamic reduction, this dessert is seriously satisfying.
Toasted coconut adds a chewy texture and tropical flavour to these tasty treats. The batter is suited to lots of variations: Substitute other dried fruits for the cherries or use pecans or walnuts instead of the almonds.
"One surefire way to appeal to a crowd is to serve a classic dessert with a fresh twist. These stunning tarts combine the flavours of two standby recipes: cherry pie and tiramisu. The mascarpone topping imparts a rich creaminess that makes the tarts extra indulgent." — Irene Fong, senior Food specialist
Classic cheesecake is topped with a chunky sour cherry topping in this dessert favourite. The time it takes to bake on low heat helps keep the filling silky smooth. Cheesecake is easiest to cut when cold, so allow ample refrigerating time before serving.
Flaky turnovers with a tart cherry and rich ricotta filling are a welcome addition to any table. Look for butter puff pastry in the freezer section of your grocery store and thaw in the refrigerator overnight. For an extra layer of crunch, sprinkle 1/4 cup chopped hazelnuts or sliced almonds onto the turnovers before baking.
The dark chocolate and tart cherry bits in these scones eliminate the need for any jam or topping. This is a terrific snack to grab for mornings on the go, or to pack for a long car ride to Grandma's house.
When I was young, my dad usually kept his cooking to a minimum. However, when I began my culinary career as an adult, his passion for cooking started to flourish. Our long-distance phone calls now turn into conversations about what we prepared for dinner that week or a new hors d'oeuvre he's excited to make for the next family gathering. Holiday dinners have gone from turkey and stuffing to eight-course seafood feasts with my father at the helm.
Dad has more of a meat tooth than a sweet tooth, but this sour cherry pie remains one of his all-time favourites. I now make it every year for his birthday. The small cherry tree in his backyard yields enough for only one pie and perhaps a few small tarts, making this pie a rare treat. – Amanda Barnier
This lasagna made with fresh cherry tomatoes and uncooked cheese sauce takes little time to put together. Some Italian brands of oven-ready lasagna noodles are smaller than the more common brands, so you will need to use 4 sheets per layer of the smaller kind.
Balsamic cherry tomatoes and crisp croutons pair perfectly with simple seared fish. Cooking tomatoes until their skins start to ripple brings out their inherent sweetness, making a delicious complement to the buttery halibut.
Short cut noodles make for an easy-to-share pasta dish. Simple to prep and effortless to make, this recipe features fresh ingredients like sweet cherry tomatoes, baby arugula and Brussels sprouts, along with locally sourced West Coast halibut and Ontario pancetta making it a bright and flavourful meal.