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Tag Archives: apples
Apple pie rings
Pretty, portable and tasty treats! I love it when I serve a dessert that delights people with its visual appeal and its taste. When I told recent dinner guests we were having apple pie for dessert, I’m quite certain they … Continue reading
Posted in Dessert, Fruit
Tagged apple, apple pie, apples, different way to make apple pie, fun dessert, ice cream, Paula Roy, picnic dessert, pie, potluck dessert, puff pastry
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Entertain with ease with fresh, tasty side dishes
The perfect plates for vegans, vegetarians and omnivores alike! One of the food-related questions I am asked most often is what to serve visiting vegetarians or vegans. It can be challenging today to satisfy a variety of tastes and appetites. … Continue reading
Posted in Entertaining, vegan, Vegetables, vegetarian
Tagged apples, chickpeas, creative salads, kale, main dishes, Paula Roy, quinoa, side dishes, squash, sweet potatoes, Thanksgiving, vegetable dishes that go well with turkey, what to serve to vegans at Thanksgiving, what to serve to vegetarians at Thanksgiving
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Quinoa with roasted squash, apples and cider vinaigrette
A delicious meatless main or inventive side dish! While I created this recipe as a side dish, I’ve discovered we love it so much, it’s turned into one of our favourite meatless mains. Since quinoa’s gone mainstream in the Western … Continue reading
Posted in Entertaining, family-friendly main dish, gluten-free, Grains, healthy, Make Ahead, make-ahead, vegan, vegetarian
Tagged apple cider vinaigrette, apples, meatless main dish, onions, parsley, Paula Roy, quinoa, roasted squash, salad, side dish for turkey, side dish that vegans will enjoy, what to serve vegans
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Paula Roy’s Favourite Foods – episode 10 recipes
Shining a spotlight on Maritime hospitality! The new summertime episodes of Paula Roy’s Favourite Foods on Rogers TV Ottawa have been such a treat to prepare. I love to travel and have visited many regions in Canada, something that makes … Continue reading
Posted in Canada, Recipes, summer, television
Tagged apples, Canadian foods, cheese, cooking show, muffins, Ottawa, Paula Roy, recipes from television, Rogers TV, Rogers TV Ottawa, scallops, television, zucchini
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Crisp and colourful Waldorf pasta salad
A hearty and nutritious meal that’s simple to prepare! I love Waldorf salad. Crunchy, creamy and delicious, it offers such a pleasing combination of contrasting flavours and textures. It’s long been one of my go-to lunches because it’s super packable. … Continue reading
Posted in Make Ahead, make-ahead, Pasta, Salads, vegan, vegetarian
Tagged apples, celery, gluten-free, hearty salads to pack for lunches, how to make a Waldorf salad more filling, orzo, pasta, pecans, salad, vegan, vegetarian, Waldorf
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Mini Shortbread Apple Tarts with Salted Caramel
Freshly picked apples are one of the delights of autumn. Their beautiful red skins and crisp texture seem a perfect pairing with the changing seasons. These delicious tarts are a great way to showcase apples in a pretty way and … Continue reading
Posted in baking, Fruit, Fruits and vegetables, Make Ahead
Tagged apples, autumn, baking, caramel, cinnamon, eat local, entertaining, fall, ginger, local, make-ahead dessert, mini tarts, Paula Roy, pie, salted caramel, shortbread, tartlet, tarts
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Breakfast Polenta with spiced apple compote
I love oatmeal for breakfast as it’s so hearty and satisfying, but sometimes it just seems a little boring, especially when you eat it often. Swapping in cornmeal for oats is a great way to shake up your morning routine. … Continue reading
Posted in Breakfast
Tagged apples, breakfast, brunch, cinnamon, cornmeal, gluten-free, glutenfree, grits, hearty breakfast, maple syrup, nutritious, nutritious breakfast, oatmeal, oatmeal alternative, polenta, porridge, walnuts
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