Zucchini Loaf

Don't let anything from an overflowing garden of zucchini go to waste. Bake some loaves to enjoy with fruit for dessert, a quick snack or even breakfast on the run.

Banana Spice Cake

This tasty cake uses yogurt instead of sour cream to lower the fat.

Gratin Dauphiniois

These French make-ahead scalloped potatoes are rich and glorious.

True Canadian Cheese Fondue

Sweet and crispy slices of apples and pears are great for dipping. If you prefer something savoury, try mini yellow tomatoes and broccoli florets.

Lightened-Up Cauliflower Soup

This soup skips the frying step so less fat is used and nutrients are preserved in the stock. Cauliflower is a cruciferous vegetable; members of this family are associated with reducing the risk of cancer.

Blueberry Whole Wheat Waffles

Horseradish Mashed Potatoes

Horseradish is just one of the dozens of add-ins that chef Smith mashes into one of his dad's preferred sides.

Porcini Salt

Flavoured sea salts are one of the new trends in specialty food shops. Chefs like to use them as finishing salts sprinkled on food just before serving. This woodsy mushroom-flavoured salt takes roasts and steaks to new heights. – Rheanna Kish

Pasta with Mushroom Bolognese

Classic Mincemeat

You can make this old-fashioned fruit mixture with suet or butter.