Brown rice and mushrooms add a deep earthy flavour to leftover turkey, making this the perfect holiday meal. Serve with a fresh crisp spinach salad.
Preparation Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: 30 minutes
2 tbsp (25mL) olive oil
1 lb (500g) sliced crimini or white mushrooms
1 cup (250mL) sliced celery
¾ cup (175mL) sliced green onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 [...]

Easy to make with pre-cut vegetables and prepared in the microwave, this hearty fall bisque combines the rich mellow flavour of mushrooms with any of the varieties of squash, in season. Evaporated milk adds creaminess but keeps it low in fat.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 15 minutes
1 tbsp (15mL) butter
1 cup (250mL) each chopped [...]

Savor the Flavor Every Day, Every Way

 
(ARA) – Long overlooked, mushrooms are nature’s hidden treasure for helping those focusing on living a healthful life. To promote the nutritional benefits of fresh produce this back-to-school season, Weight Watchers continues Pick of the Season, a public health initiative spotlighting seasonal fruit and vegetables, with recipes this quarter [...]

Spark up the coals and break out your tongs, it’s grilling season. While traditional barbeque continues to be a summertime favorite, the latest Weber GrillWatch survey reports that more than 39 percent of grill owners are firing up more meat substitutes, vegetables and leaner meats in an effort to eat healthier.
No matter what you’re grilling, [...]

(NC)—Getting your little ones to eat and enjoy mushrooms can be harder than it sounds. With this fabulous burrito style dinner, your kids will be asking for “more mushrooms please”. Preparation is quick and easy, and offers a great opportunity to get your kids cooking with mushrooms.
Preparation Time: 12 minutes Cooking Time: 33 minutes
8 oz  [...]

(NC)—Super for a relaxed Father’s Day weekend breakfast. For variety, choose a different sauce each time you make it.
Preparation Time:  10 minutes Cooking Time:  25 minutes
4 tsp  each olive oil  and balsamic vinegar 20 mL
4   large fresh portabella   mushroom caps 4
4  poached eggs  4
1 1/2 tbsp  Each butter and flour  22 mL
1 1/4 cups  2 [...]

(NC)-Primavera is an Italian phrase meaning “spring style” and in culinary uses refers to fresh vegetables and herbs being added. Substituting broth for some of the oil in the dressing cuts down on fat and calories.
Preparation Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 13 minutes
1/3 cup olive oil 75 mL
1/3 cup white wine or white balsamic vinegar [...]

Serve this very easy side dish with grilled chicken, fish, lamb or spinach vegetarian dishes or as part of an Asian menu.Preparation Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 8 minutes
2 tbsp soya sauce 25 mL
1 tbsp each oyster sauce and honey 15 mL
1/4-1/2 tsp hot red pepper flakes 1-2 mL
1 tbsp sesame seeds 15 mL
2 tbsp [...]