Simmering dried fruit and spices in the sauce makes the fruit plump and gives a sweet edge to this luxurious beef stew. Serve with a side of couscous for a Moroccan-style meal.
Choose a butternut, buttercup or Hubbard squash for this flavourful cake. The cooking time for the squash will vary depending on the variety.
Serve these spring rolls with hoisin or plum sauce for dipping and a sprinkling of chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro for a Thai-inspired garnish.
These fragrantly spiced cookies originate from Holland, where they are enjoyed at the feast of Sinterklaas (S. Nicholas, a Dutch holiday character).
A fluted lattice top is all you need to transform a bubbly, fruit-filled pie into a bakery-worthy treat. Its filling combines the best of the season with a mix of apples and fresh cranberries.
This bright, colourful array of seafood and vegetables is enticing. If you can get fresh water chestnuts, use 3/4 cup (175 mL) diced.
This curry is inspired by Pork Colombo, a stewed dish popular in West Indian cuisine. It takes its name from the Colombo spice blend, which can be found in major supermarkets or West Indian grocery stores. You can also prepare it yourself.
Saag paneer literally means “spinach cheese.” This classic northern Indian dish has become so popular that it's sold here in the frozen food section, but, as always, homemade is best. You can use other fresh cheeses if paneer is unavailable; Mexican- or Spanish-style fresh cheese is especially good.
