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At last, the first tomatillos of the season were ripe for the picking this week. This bounty, combined with the plump cherry tomatoes and aromatic cilantro also from my garden, and some freshly harvested corn from the local farmers market, inspired me to create a …
Hummus with a sweet and spicy twist! A bowl of creamy hummus is always a crowd pleaser, whether a classic hummus or a veggie packed variation like this Spicy Red Pepper Hummus. The hint of sweetness from the red bell peppers is balanced nicely by …
You’ll want to keep a jar of this delicious, versatile Moroccan/North African condiment in your fridge for a delicious way to boost the flavour of any number of dishes. Bright, fresh and a bit spicy, Chermoula is made with lots of fresh cilantro, mint, …
Grilled Zucchini Dip is a flavourful and easy dip, somewhat similar to baba ghanoush. Grilling the zucchini first, adds a nice hint of smokiness to the dip. The smokiness pairs beautifully with the warmth of cumin and nutty, earthiness of tahini. Yoghurt and lemon juice …
Sweet, bright spring green peas in the pod, plump, juicy strawberries, and beautiful tart rhubarb are the star ingredients in this trio of toppings for crostini. A great way to showcase the flavours of Spring! So simple to make, with lovely fresh ingredients like these …
Terrines are lovely, elegant dishes that never fails to impress. I’ve paired beautiful fresh asparagus with salmon to create a perfect terrine for the spring and early summer. Asparagus and salmon are two of those ingredients that pair so well together. This terrine uses both …
Now that Spring is here it’s time to start rotating in some lighter lunch options to replace all the hearty winter soups I’ve been enjoying. Sweet Potato Hummus is a delicious, healthy, vegan option that is a little bit sweet, a little bit spicy (or …