Tomato and Garlic Steamed Mussels

Homemade tomato sauce takes time to develop flavour, so it's smart to use prepared sauce on weeknights. To check your mussels for freshness, tap the shells to make sure they close, and discard any that don't. Once cooked, the shells should open; discard any that remain closed. Serve with a crusty baguette for soaking up the fragrant broth.

Chicken with 40 Cloves of Garlic

This skillet version of a classic French oven-braised roast chicken is delicious with green beans and buttermilk mashed potatoes or a whole grain baguette. To ease the chore of peeling 40 cloves of garlic, lay them in groups of 4 on a cutting board and press down with the flat side of a chef's knife to loosen the skins.

Acadian Seafood Chowder

Our Acadian ancestors prepared many of their dishes with fresh, salted or dried seafood. The dishes had to use what was available locally from the sea and land and be fairly easy to prepare. My inspiration for the Acadian Seafood Chowder comes from the culinary creative legacy of these early acadian ancestors. The chowder is served in large clear glass soup bowls accompanied by cheese/garlic butter toped grilled french baguette slices and a glass of canadian riesling wine.

Carrot Lentil Soup

Lentils are very high in folate and fibre and are a good source of vegetable protein. Serve with a whole grain baguette and a salad of half spinach and half romaine tossed with Lemon Pesto Buttermilk Dressing. Buttermilk sounds as though it should be high in fat but, in fact, has only 1% milk fat and delivers as much calcium as milk. Any leftover soup makes a tasty lunch the next day.

Cheese Pate

This can be prepared to serve in a dip bowl, or it can be rolled in waxed paper in 11/2 inch rolls about 6 inches long, chilled (or frozen for future use after 1/2 hour thawing). You can garnish it with red/ green pepper designs such as holly leaves with berries. Served with a knife spreader with crackers, melba toast, or baguette slices. I love the combination of flavours, and the buttery taste of the cheese. Always a hit!

Stuffed Curried Chicken Salad Sandwiches

Who needs a plate when your sammie is already stuffed and ready to go? These ones pack a surprisingly vibrant punch with big curry flavour and crunchy radishes.

Baked Goat Cheese in Classic Marinara

A great cheesy dipping sauce is an essential dish at holiday parties. Serve up this flavourful dip at your next soirée for guaranteed compliments. 

Brussels Sprouts & Broccoli Caesar Salad

Heirloom Tomato Bruschetta

Bursting with the flavours of summer, bruschetta is a tomato harvest staple. Use your favourite variety of heirloom tomato or a blend of varieties – it's up to you!

Cheesy Garlic Bread

Our perfectly cheesy garlic is the best way to start (or accompany!) your meal.