Coq Au Vin Soup
We've tweaked the classic French dish by turning it into a hearty soup that's faster and easier than the traditional braised recipe. If you don't have redskinned potatoes, substitute with yellow-fleshed spuds.
We've tweaked the classic French dish by turning it into a hearty soup that's faster and easier than the traditional braised recipe. If you don't have redskinned potatoes, substitute with yellow-fleshed spuds.
Lobster is so luxurious that it's perfect for special occasions. You can get freshly cooked lobsters in the seafood department of the supermarket.
This simple dinner has all the bright, fresh flavours of the Mediterranean, plus the heart-healthy benefits of ingredients common to the region (think lean protein, olive oil and lots of veggies!). Serve with a side of cooked orzo to round out the meal.
You can steam any delicate white-fleshed freshwater fish or saltwater fish in this manner. Try cod or halibut if you prefer -- the sustainable choice in both cases is wild Pacific from North America.
Parsley partners perfectly with poached fish, chicken or vegetables. Jalapeno peppers vary in strength; if yours is mild, you may choose to add the whole one.
The tomato base of this Manhattan-style chowder highlights the sweet, sea-salt flavour of fresh clams. Set a few clam shells aside to garnish each bowl.
Serve with the Late Harvest Riesling by Inniskillin; it reminds me of home and is a perfect compliment to this dish. I like to use a wide fresh pasta but penne also works. My inspiration for this came many years ago when I moved to Halifax fom Vancouver.(One sea side town to another!) All the ingredients can be purchased from the weekly farmer's market downtown. I use my grandmother's old Italian recipe for pesto and always keep a container for that in the freezer. I use the "happy poultry" carcasses from the butcher to make the stock. I store this in the freezer and cut chunks off for this recipe. The salmon can be purchased for 1/2 price if you buy the trimmings. For those who don't make their own pesto and stock, use your favorite brand in the specialty or grocery store. This is not an expensive recipe and can altered by including curry which gives it an extra zip. Easily my husband's favorite dish that I throw together for my 4 kids even after a full day of teaching math with gr 8 and 9s!
This hearty vegetarian meal tastes delicious served with a side of mashed potatoes.
