I’m always amazed at what I can create when the cupboards are bare. Whether it’s because local offerings are scant, or I’ve just not had the time to grocery shop, there’s something rewarding in the challenge of making something out of nothing.
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Recipe: Creamy Wild Leek & Mushroom Crostini
Leeks, mushrooms, cream…we can’t think of a better combination! If you want to make this into a main dish, serve it with pasta. 2 tbsp butter, divided ½ cup wild leek bulbs, chopped 1 lb mixed mushrooms (shiitake, cremini, button), chopped ½ cup wild leek leaves ½ cup Harmony Organic 10% Cream or Whipping Cream [...]
Recipe: How to Prepare Dried Beans
How to Prepare Dried Beans Tip: One pound of dried beans makes about 5 to 6 cups of cooked beans. Quick Soak Method 1. Place beans in a large pot with tight-fitting lid and cover with cold water by 2-3 inches. Bring to a boil and boil beans uncovered for 2 minutes. Cover the pot, [...]
Recipe: Roasted Eggplant with Walnuts & Yogurt
Source: The Ontario Table by Lynn Ogryzlo, one of my absolute favourite cookbooks as well as picture book. Full of gorgeous images, personal stories and incredible recipes that work everytime. It’s a pleasure to sit down with a glass of Ontario wine and plan my dinner out of this book.