(NC)—Whether it’s for breakfast, dessert or an after-school snack, this muffin recipe will be a hit with all members of the family: Peaches and Cream Muffins Ingredients: Muffin Topping 1/4 cup sugar (50mL) 2 tsp cinnamon (10mL) 3/4 cup sliced almonds, finely chopped (175mL) Muffin Batter 1 can California Cling Peach slices, drained (14 oz/398 [...]

(NC)—Nothing signals the start of spring like an Easter brunch table with tasty ingredients and family favourites laid out for all to enjoy. This year, why not pull out all the stops with new and easy gourmet creations to impress any brunch connoisseurs? Try the Apple Sausage Raisin Strata recipe, a sweet and savoury baked [...]

(NC)—Change up your regular lunch routine by using dinner leftovers to make a tasty sandwich. Not only will it give your colleagues lunch envy, but will also help you get your six to eight grain servings per day, as recommended by Canada’s Food Guide. As a good rule of thumb, half of these servings should [...]

(NC)—This recipe for pannetone bread pudding transforms a cheap gift into a decadent, festive dessert. Ingredients 1 large panettone 2 cups whole milk 7 eggs 1/4 cup + 2 tbsp brown sugar 1 vanilla bean 1/2 tsp cream of tartar 1-2 tbsp unsalted butter 1 cup whipping cream 1 cup strawberries 1 cup blueberries Directions [...]

Stuffed Brioche French Toast Serves: 6 Prep time: 30 minutes Standing time: 20 minutes Grilling time: 11 to 18 minutes • 12 slices brioche, each about 3/4 inch thick • 6 ounces cream cheese, softened • 6 heaping tablespoons peach jam • 8 large eggs • 1 cup whole milk • 1 cup half–and–half • [...]

Garlic and Fresh Herb Pull–Apart Bread Yield: 4 to 6 servings Prep Time: 30 minutes Rise Time: 1–1/4 to 1–1/2 hours Bake Time: 25 to 30 minutes Ingredients • Garlic and Herb Infused Oil: • 1/2 cup Mazola RightBlend (canola and extra virgin olive oil blend) • 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (rosemary, oregano, thyme, sage, [...]

Shiitake Mushroom & Steak Flatbread on Shiitake Crust Dough: 2oz (55 g) dried shiitake mushrooms, stems removed 2 cups (500 mL) all purpose flour 1 tsp (5 mL) salt 1/3 cup + 2 tbsp (75 mL + 15 mL) vegetable shortening 3/4-1 cup (175 mL – 250 mL) water Topping: 2 tbsp (25 mL) butter [...]

Recipe: Cheddar, Chive & Almond Milk Scones (NC)—Developed for the Almond Board of California by Trish Magwood, author of James Beard award winning cookbook ‘dish entertains’, and TV host of ‘party dish’ Makes 16 mini scones Ingredients: 3 cups (750 mL) flour 2 ½ teaspoon (12 mL) baking powder ½ teaspoon (2 mL) baking soda [...]

The essence of taste: How to give a flavor boost to sweet and savory dishes (ARA) – The tastes and scents of holiday food are a source of cherished memories over generations. A whiff of grandma’s vanilla-infused cookies is enough to put a smile on any face. The holiday table will always have room for [...]

Herbed Veggie Focaccia Bread from the American Institute for Cancer Research A quick and easy recipe with an amazing aroma and topped with healthy vegetables, it’s little wonder that focaccia is such a popular bread. Sometimes considered the predecessor of the modern pizza, the name is derived from the Roman phrase panis focacius, meaning flat [...]

Enjoying Apples a New Way By Dana Jacobi for the American Institute for Cancer Research My stay in northern California this summer was even more memorable thanks to the abundance of fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables. While visiting the Golden State, I indulged in sweet meiwa kumquats and tiny leaves of sharp, peppery wild arugula. [...]

Sweet or savory? With apples, you can do both (ARA) – You’ve heard the phrase, “As American as apple pie.” While apples provide the fabric for some of our most basic, familiar and comfortable foods, they can be used in more versatile ways than you might have imagined. While you can’t go wrong with staples [...]

How to get the most out of hosting   (ARA) – Dazzling guests with a perfectly prepared meal is always the goal when deciding to open your home to friends and family, but it sometimes can be a stressful experience. Following a few simple tips from a chef who knows a little bit about entertaining [...]

Peanut Power Breakfast (NC)—Instead of peanut butter slathered on a bagel, bake up an all-in-one loaf – perfect with morning coffee or juice. Ingredients: Peanut Butter Filling ? cup (150mL) peanut butter 3 tbsp (45mL) granulated sugar 1 tsp (5mL) vanilla 1 egg yolk ½ cup (125mL) chocolate chips Banana Bread 1 ¾ cups (425mL) [...]

Cajun cornbread recipe below article. Buying from bulk bins saves cents, makes sense Debunking the myths about bulk products (ARA) – When you hear the term “bulk,” do you envision cases and 5 gallon containers, and say to yourself, “I just don’t need that much of anything?” You probably don’t. But “bulk” means something completely [...]

Warm, tasty breakfast bites – for when guests stay over. 1 1/2 cups (375mL) all-purpose flour     1 tsp (5mL)     baking powder     1 tsp (5mL)     baking soda     1/4 tsp (1mL)     salt         1 cup (250mL)    grated Balderson Heritage 5 Year Old Cheddar Cheese    1/3 cup (75mL)     granulated sugar [...]

Tips from a pro: Home baking for professional results (ARA) – It’s pretty easy to fall into a baking rut. There’s the classic chocolate chip cookie, or maybe your kids have a home-baked favorite that you’ve made a thousand times. Once you get a recipe down, it sometimes feels easier to just go with what [...]

Vegan baked goods are an often-misunderstood group of foods.  Non-vegans usually picture them as bland, hard, or having a strange and not very pleasing texture.  However, experienced vegans will know that that’s not the case at all!  Vegan baked goods are delicious, and vegan muffins in particular are the perfect way to start off the [...]

Like a Slice of Spongy, Moist Cornbread Dunked into a Bowl of Perfectly-Spiced Piping Hot Chili. Short on prep time, short on clean-up time, but long on flavor.Serves: 6 Prep Time: 20 min. Bake Time: 30 min. Batter Mazola Simplicity canola or olive oil cooking spray 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup yellow cornmeal 2 [...]

Everyone will go bananas over this quick and easy treat. You’ll discover sweet banana taste and plenty of delicious walnuts in every bite.  Serves: 9 Prep Time: 20 minutes Bake Time: 30 minutes BatterMazola Simplicity canola or olive oil cooking spray 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 envelopes Fleischmann’s Quick-Rise yeast1/4 cup sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt [...]