(BPT) – Preparing a meal that will please everyone at the table is something that every host strives for. The vibrant flavors of Asian food are surprisingly easy to create at home – particularly when you have the right ingredients – and so versatile that they can be dressed up or down to fit [...]

In weather like this most of us would rather be soaking up the heat than cooking in it. Although slow cookers are known for their ability to prepare soups, chilies and hot comfort foods through the winter, savvy Canadian families are finding that slow cooker meals in the summer offer more time to enjoy the [...]

Brighten up your winter meals with fresh citrus It may be cold and bleak outside, but your meals don’t have to be. Preparing meals with a sweet splash of citrus not only adds flavour, but also nutrients that can help energize you during the dreary months. “While many fresh fruits and vegetables are out of [...]

(NC)—Pantry staples like canned beans and pasta sauce are combined with fresh shredded veggies to create a delicious and nutritious baked burrito that kids and adults will love. Shopping Tip:  Look for “no fat” and “no added oil” when shopping for healthier pasta sauce options. Plus, stock up on spices; cayenne pepper adds the Mexican [...]

(NC)—A little prep in the morning will a go a long way in creating a flavorful and nutritious family meal that cooks while you are at work.  Start with spice-coated chicken and a healthy pantry staple pasta sauce. Let it simmer all day in the slow cooker. Finish it off with rich Greek yogurt and [...]

Family meals are a central part of Chinese New Year (NC)—Try Gung Hay Fat Choy to say Happy Chinese New Year! On February 10th, people all over the world will welcome the Year of the Snake with dazzling decorations, exciting entertainment and delectable dishes. Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is a [...]