by Helen Kain | Sep 6, 2018 | Appetizers, Fall Recipes, Mains, Savoury Pies, Sides, Summer Recipes, Winter Recipes
The humble, earthy mushroom takes on a deeply savoury flavour and meaty texture when sauteed in olive oil and butter. Add a touch of garlic, fresh thyme and Italian parsley and enrobe in flaky puff pastry braided to form an elegant strudel. Voilà . A chic appetizer or...
by Helen Kain | Aug 18, 2018 | Appetizers, Salads, Sides, Summer Recipes
A wonderful late summer salad with the unusual combination of peaches and tomatoes, with high notes of heady basil and mint. The sweet fleshiness of ripe peaches acts as a perfect counterpoint to the tangy tartness of the tomatoes. We enjoyed this with lobster...
by Helen Kain | Aug 11, 2018 | Appetizers, Bread & Scones, Fall Recipes, Sides
Until recently, I’ve been a yeast-avoider. Beguiling pictures of rising bread caught my attention, but yeast in the list of ingredients sent me running for the hills. Too difficult, too complicated, too time-consuming. I had every excuse under...
by Helen Kain | Sep 16, 2017 | Appetizers, Fall Recipes, Recipes By Season, Salads, Summer Recipes
Apple season is upon us, and while I love all the braised, rich dishes that come with fall, a tangy, crunchy and fresh appetizer is always welcome. This salad is from an old issue of Victoria Magazine (October 2014). I was intrigued by by the modern...
by Helen Kain | Aug 27, 2017 | Appetizers, Summer Recipes
This easy appetizer can be prepared in advance with just a bit of last minute assembly. Assemble the marinade ingredients Whisk the marinade Marinate the shrimp Saute the drained shrimp Saute the shrimp until opaque Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery...
by Helen Kain | Dec 11, 2016 | Appetizers, Recipes By Type, Savoury Pies
Flaky, savoury and delicious. Just what the doctor ordered for an appetizer. These puffs melt in your mouth, and are a snap to make. What could be easier? Print clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest...