I can hardly wait until the first Ontario asparagus is harvested. I drag out all my many and varied recipes that use this versatile vegetable. Chicken Thighs Stuffed with Asparagus are moist and very flavourful. If there are any left … Continue reading
Ah…we know that spring has arrived, since Fiddlehead Greens are now available at the Farmers’ Market and some grocery stores in southern Ontario. Fiddlehead Greens are a seasonal delicacy in Canada and are only available in Ontario in May for … Continue reading
We are starting to see signs of spring everywhere. The magnolia trees, cherry and pear trees are flowering. The tulips, daffodils and narcissi are in full bloom. My eyes are itchy from all the pollen. Yes indeed, all the signs … Continue reading
Fried Asparagus is a quick and delicious side vegetable. This quick-cooking and waterless method will preserve the fabulous nutritional content of asparagus. The asparagus stalk is tender to a certain point and then becomes tough and stringy. Hold the asparagus … Continue reading
About ten years ago, Portabello mushrooms seemed to be the fashionable ingredient of the day. Portabello mushrooms are just grown up cremini mushrooms and cremini mushrooms are the original parent of today’s white mushroom. Mushrooms are commonly classified with vegetables, … Continue reading
Zucchini (also known as a courgette in Europe) is available here, all year round. When shopping for them at the grocery store, look for zucchini that is shiny, firm and small to medium in size. Zucchini that has a dull … Continue reading
Roasted Tomatoes are drizzled with olive oil, seasoned and ready in less than 15 minutes and yummy served with barbecued meats or fish. I have made roasted tomatoes with regular olive oil but prefer Chipolte olive oil, because of the … Continue reading
It is the time of year when I start to tire of winter root vegetables, even the ever popular carrot. However, our winter carrots are very reasonably priced, especially when compared to the imported spring vegetables from other parts … Continue reading
Called aubergine in France, eggplant is a member of the nightshade family of vegetables, related to tomato, bell pepper and potato. Originally found growing wild in India, it was cultivated by China in the 5th century BC. Many varieties are … Continue reading
This Zucchini Tomato Pepper Stir Fry is a colourful side dish. The chili pepper flakes add a nice bite. This is a last minute vegetable that only takes about 10 minutes to prepare. It is lovely served with roasted or … Continue reading