There are some classic recipes made with eggs and some very simple ones. Eggs Benedict with Hollandaise Sauce is one of those recipes that has gained a reputation for being tasty but tricky. Yes, you do want to know a few basics about cooking eggs this way but it isn’t as hard as you think. …
There is plenty of distinctive kind of cheese out there that have their own personality but there’s one group that stands out from the crowd (or the supermarket shelf). That’s the blue cheeses, those white or yellow cheeses with distinctive lines of blue on them. While not everyone may love them, they have an amazing…
Okay, some sandwiches have been around long enough that it seems hard to get excited about them. We’ve all tried them and even if we love them, sometimes we get a little fed up with the same combinations. But here we have some sneaky changes to the classic that could help you fall back in…
Fermented foods are one of the big trends at the moment but really, they’ve been around for a long time. There’s a few reasons that people are turning to them but one of them is that there are health benefits they can bring and we all love getting good health benefits from what we eat!…
Managing your health and focusing on your nutrition isn’t always easy. There are so many different rules, which seem to change depending on who you are talking to. Some people advise cutting out meat, while others promote eating more meat through low-carb and Paleo diets. This happens with just about everything, from carbs and sugar,…
It’s that time of year again when the garden is full of fresh produce and it’s time to make a big batch of garden salsa verde! This recipe includes tomatillos, jalapenos, garlic, onions, cilantro and more. If you’re looking for a new way to spice up your taco night or add some zing to your…
Broccoli is a vegetable that’s rich in nutrients. Not only does it contain vitamins and minerals, but it also contains substances that can help prevent some cancers and boost your immune system. It might not be the most delicious food to eat, but broccoli has so much to offer you when you just take a…
Quinoa is a healthy food that has gained popularity in recent years. It’s been hailed as “the perfect grain,” and with good reason. Quinoa is naturally gluten-free, contains all nine essential amino acids and can be cooked in many different ways for a variety of dishes. Read on to learn more about the health benefits…
The grilled peach salad has become a staple for summer entertaining. It’s an easy dish to prepare and is sure to please everyone at the table. The grilled peaches are tender with a light smoky flavour, while the champagne vinaigrette provides just enough acidity that compliments the sweetness of the grilled fruit. Whether you’re hosting…
Mushroom and barley soup is a great meal for those autumn and winter months when you want something that’s warming and filling but not too heavy. It is also a popular Hanukkah recipe that contrasts nicely with all the fried food that is typically served during this holiday. What type of mushrooms works best? You…
Cauliflower is not just for Thanksgiving. You can enjoy this gluten-free, low-carb vegetable all year round and it’s so versatile. It works well mashed or grilled, as a soup base, roasted with garlic and olive oil, raw in salads or even roasted whole with olive oil and salt. The beauty of cauliflower is that it…
Cheddar cheese is the most popular type of cheese in the United States with over 700,000 tons being produced each year. Cheddar cheese is what you typically get when you order a cheeseburger or a grilled cheese sandwich. It is a relatively simple cheese to create but it has several variations. Types of cheddar cheese…
