Fresh Tomato Pizza With Basil-Garlic Sauce
This seasonal pizza combines a heavenly trio of fresh ripe tomatoes, sweet and peppery basil and piquant garlic for authentic Italian flavour.
This seasonal pizza combines a heavenly trio of fresh ripe tomatoes, sweet and peppery basil and piquant garlic for authentic Italian flavour.
If fresh spinach is available at your market, you can use it instead of baby spinach. Make sure to submerge it in cold water several times to remove any grit. There is a variety of colours and shapes of cherry tomatoes from which to choose, such as yellow, orange, heirloom, grape and teardrop.
Slow-simmering this sauce all day creates a flavourful base for cooking the mussels. The high setting on your slow cooker is great for steaming mussels without running the risk of overcooking them. This dish makes a great main for two or a starter for four. Serve with crusty bread, if desired.
Be it a multitiered bamboo, electric or metal basket, a large steamer is invaluable if you're trying to reduce fat content. (Our favourite and least expensive option is the bamboo version.) For 10 more diabetes-friendly recipes that will help you lower your intake of fat and high-glycemic carbohydrates, check out Mealtimes made easy in the June 2005 issue of Canadian Living.
Tostada shells are fried tortillas made from either corn or wheat flour. Found in the international or snack aisle of most grocery stores, they make an ideal base for any number of Mexican toppings.
Lobster is so luxurious that it's perfect for special occasions. You can get freshly cooked lobsters in the seafood department of the supermarket.
Sheet pan dinners are always a winner, and this medley of shrimp, sausage and veggies is sure to be a hit with the family.
Warm up cool evenings by filling empty tummies with hearty soup. Sprinkle a little Parmesan cheese over top or add a handful of cooked noodles to make leftovers new again.
