Tag Archives: red pepper

Italian Sausage and Vegetable Bake

Posted on October 14, 2015 by

As you can imagine, my taste testers get quite the workout during Farmers’ Feast weeks. Day after day, they wait patiently for their first bites of new dishes inspired by seasonal, local foods from the Ottawa Farmers’ Market. Their opinions … Continue reading →

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Wilted Summer Slaw

Posted on August 26, 2015 by

I don’t remember liking cabbage very much as a kid, but now it has become a vegetable I reach for often, due to its versatility, great flavour and awesome nutritional properties. I love both the crispy, crunchy texture of raw … Continue reading →

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Grilled Corn, Tomatillo and Red Pepper Salsa

Posted on August 22, 2015 by

I am a big fan of grilled corn on the cob. Somehow the smokiness imparted by grilling seems to accentuate the corn’s natural sweetness. It’s also a great way to enjoy corn on a hot summer’s day without heating up … Continue reading →

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Vietnamese Chicken or Shrimp Salad

Posted on May 15, 2015 by

I love crunchy salads that are packed with flavour and colour so this one is a real winner for me. I find the hot-salty-sour-bitter-sweet flavours of Vietnamese food absolutely irresistable and appreciate that Vietnamese food is also considered to be … Continue reading →

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Shredded chicken tacos with crunchy coleslaw

Posted on January 27, 2015 by

Some say the taco craze is winding down but I beg to differ. There’s something so fun about piling tasty toppings on a fresh tortilla and then devouring it in just a few gloriously messy bites. I love the layering … Continue reading →

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Ten Minute Thai Soup

Posted on January 21, 2015 by

When I find my vegetable drawer filled with little bits and pieces, I usually whip up a quick frittata for lunch. Yesterday, I was about to do just that, when I remembered I had transferred a half a can of … Continue reading →

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Pineapple-Grilled Salmon with avocado salsa

Posted on September 26, 2014 by

Fish and fruit are such a perfect combination. This particular dish was inspired by an article I read which talked about the popular Hawaiian pairing of canned Spam and pineapple (I kid you not). That might be tasty….but I think … Continue reading →

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