Dips & Sauces |
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Watermelon Dippers
These refreshing watermelon slices with the subtly sweet sour cream dip are the perfect way to beat the late-summer heat!
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Freezer Strawberry Jam
Capture the taste of strawberry season with this easy to prepare freezer jam recipe. Makes about 5 cups (1.25L)
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Chimichurri Beef Kebabs with Yams and Chorizo
The Argentinean chimichurri explodes with the bright green flavors of parsley and cilantro along with sharp sherry vinegar, rich virgin olive oil and hot pepper flakes for kick. Yams add a burst of sweet flavour that complements the beef. Makes 4 servings.
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Sweet Tomato Sauce
Ripe tomatoes are naturally sweet. The only reason to add sugar is to mask the flavor of unripe or poor-quality tomatoes. Try this sauce with meaty, summer-ripe tomatoes and see what I mean. Serve with a fresh egg pasta such as fettuccine or with potato gnocchi. Makes 4 cups
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So-Simple Meat Sauce (or Rich Romantic Ragoût)
Talk about variety – whip up this simple pasta sauce and split the batch in two: one half for a simple meat sauce kids will love, and the other for a rich ragoût for your next romantic date night. Both are delicious! Makes 5 cups.
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Honey Yogurt Dip
This dip is a sure-fire way of making everyone fill up on their veggies.
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15-Minute Gorgonzola Pasta Sauce
Four ingredients and 15 minutes is all it takes to make this savory Italian cheese sauce. This is great not only for pasta but also for dishes like the Rolled and Stuffed Chicken Breasts. Makes about 1 cup (250 mL).
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Friday Night Cheese Fondue
Nothing says TGIF like a relaxing evening complete with Friday night fondue. This recipe is quick, easy and delicious.
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Easy Tzatziki
Get your kids involved when creating this easy to make, but sophisticated to serve Greek favourite. One dunk in this classic dip can take any meal, snack or side from dull to delectable. Makes about 1 ½ cup (325 mL). Prep time: 10 mins. Freezing Time: 1 hr
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Apple Maple Cheddar Spread
Enjoy the delicious combination of apples and cheddar in a new way by spreading it on crackers and serving it to guests as an easy appetizer. Makes 6 servings. Prep. time: 15 mins.
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Stilton, Port and Walnut Pâté
Poached pears combined with creamy stilton cheese create a flavourful, mouth-watering addition to your holiday buffet.
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Tandoori Chicken Skewers with Wild Blueberry Fig Sauce
You'll the love combination of exotic flavours and wild blueberries in this dish. Serves 4
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Bubbly Potato Skins Dip
Potato skins are a favourite snack to munch on while watching the big game but making them is labour intensive. This hot, creamy and cheesy dip has all of the flavour with none of the fuss. Serves 8. Prep. time: 15 mins. Cooking time: 18 - 23 mins.
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Tomato and Apple Chutney
A sweet with heat chutney that can be served over pork tenderloin or your favourite deli meat Hands-on: 20 mins. Cooking Time: 60 mins. Total Prep: 80 mins.
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Hummus-style dip
Add a kick of flavour to any sandwich with this yummy dip.

