Portobello mushrooms vary in size so look for small ones that will give you eight to a pound (500 g). If unavailable, you can quarter larger ones after grilling if desired. Use a potato peeler to shave off curls of cheese.
Everyone will love this sweet and savoury chicken. Mix it up by using a variety of white and dark meat so that they all get their favourite pieces. Be sure to cut chicken breasts in half crosswise, through the bone, to make them more similar in size to the thighs and drumsticks. For a fun garnish, cut a lime in half to grill alongside the chicken for the last 10 minutes.
Enjoy this earthy bread packed with flaxseeds, pepitas and caraway seeds with some butter or our gravlax.
This hearty winter soup (from our "Mealtimes Made Easy" story in the December 2004 issue of Canadian Living Magazine) is brimming with vegetables. Make it ahead for the family to enjoy on a night when your schedule is particularly hectic.
Here's a pasta to which you can add cubed smoked ham or chicken, or canned tuna or salmon. Pack carrot and celery sticks to add crunch to this lunch. Save some of the pasta cooking liquid and add it to each serving before reheating it for the lunchbox.
Take your pick of nine delicious, easy-to-make party delights in our "Fantastic Finger Foods" collection in the January 2007 issue of Canadian Living magazine -- also featuring a helpful cocktail party planner.
A little simmer in cream, broth and water turns the kale into a tender, sweet holiday side dish. For lovers of creamed spinach, this is an excellent alternative. For newcomers to the joys of kale, this is the perfect starter dish.
Firm-fleshed fillets, such as cod, basa or tilapia, are perfect for this grilled seafood dish. Cutting the fish about the same size as the shrimp ensures it cooks in the same amount of time. Serve with a side of mixed baby greens.
These crisp, golden chicken strips will have the whole family begging for more no matter what their dietary needs are. Serve with your favourite gluten-free dipping sauce for a quick, nutritious, family-friendly meal.
