Tag Archives: zucchini

Crispy baked zucchini sticks      

Posted on January 31, 2018 by

No deep fryer needed for this delicious vegetable treat! Crispy zucchini sticks and dip are a big favourite in my house but I wanted to see if I could lighten up this pub-style treat. This fat-free, oven-baked version is full … Continue reading →

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Raw zucchini noodles with spicy peanut sauce

Posted on January 8, 2018 by

Spiralized vegetable dishes are fast, fresh and fun! I really miss the fresh tastes of summer during our long Canadian winters. While I am a big fan of root vegetables and I love a hearty soup or stew, the bright, … Continue reading →

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Paula Roy’s Favourite Foods – episode 10 recipes

Posted on August 17, 2017 by

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 →

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Better Than Takeout Sweet & Sour Shrimp

Posted on August 30, 2016 by

When I was a kid, as soon as saw the words ‘sweet and sour’ on any Chinese restaurant takeout menu, I simply had to have it. I didn’t care if there was a cup of icky red food colouring in … Continue reading →

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Grilled Portobellos stuffed with quinoa, pesto and grilled vegetables

Posted on July 25, 2016 by

If you’d asked my husband a few years ago what his least-favourite vegetable was, he would probably have said zucchini. Thanks to a lot of experimentation, he’s changed his tune, a fact he expressed when tasting this delightful stuffed mushroom … Continue reading →

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Pan-seared scallops and herb sauce on raw zucchini ‘noodles’

Posted on June 4, 2016 by

Wow. All of a sudden it feels like summer out there and I want to eat all the fresh, healthy things. My garden is overflowing with tender young herbs which are finding their way into all kinds of dishes.  Before … Continue reading →

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Cheesy Zucchini-Apple Tian

Posted on March 5, 2016 by

I’m always looking for new ways to serve vegetables to my family. This dish was a big hit with everyone and I especially loved it because not only is it super easy to prepare, it’s also easy to serve and … Continue reading →

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