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A little tip from a chef, it's not always about the protein, it should be cooked well, but the real star is the sauce! A great sauce can fix a world of hurt and even save an abysmal turkey. Mole is a sauce very complex in flavour; sweet, spicy, bitter and full of umami. My version of black beans is inspired by bits and pieces of recipes from different countries.
A little tip from a chef, it's not always about the protein, it should be cooked well, but the real star is the sauce! A great sauce can fix a world of hurt and even save an abysmal turkey. Mole is a sauce very complex in flavour; sweet, spicy, bitter and full of umami. My version of black beans is inspired by bits and pieces of recipes from different countries.
Read MoreGrowing up on a ranch the fall months were filled by preservation and getting ready for the winter. This apple crumble recipe has always been a favourite of mine and no matter the apple used it always turns out delicious.
Read MoreThis recipe celebrates the salmon run and the foods that Salish and other Indigenous nations would eat in the region. With this recipe, I am paying homage to the local ingredients of the Canadian West Coast and doing a twist on the basic salmon cake.
Read MoreThis is the first in a series of recipes highlighting the brand-new Amaranth “Primal Blends.” I have added warm spices like cinnamon, clove, chipotle and cumin to compliment the iron-like flavour of the primal blend. There’s also a recipe for making fresh buffalo-milk queso fresco!
Read MoreRoasted sweet potatoes have become one of my favourite holiday sides in recent years. These purple roasted sweet potatoes can be served in their skins or mashed, my version adds some Mexican inspiration in the form of salsa macha, a form of chili oil, as well as traditional southern pecans, roasted garlic and warm spices.
Read MoreEnjoy this Halloween treat this season! Using black cocoa powder from The Spice Merchant, these thumbprint cookies are rich and chewy, with a sweet-and-salty caramel filling.
Read MoreLeche de Tigre is not just for ceviche, it is a sauce packed full of antioxidants, anti-inflammatories and antivirals. I use Leche de Tigre to make a classic ceviche using haskap berries and Atlantic scallops! I also make a crave-able, gluten-free and vegetarian Peruvian Huancina inspired Mac and Cheese, easy to make ahead of time and reheat throughout the week!
Read MoreI’ll be using butternut squash and local honey to make a delicious puree, broccolini, which is perfect for the grill and to top it off some crispy quinoa for crunch to pair with Bayside Seafood pre-marinated salmon! Also using sourdough starter discard with a touch of baking soda makes a very light airy batter, perfect for Lion's Mane tempura!
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