Soups & Salads

  • Shamrock Soup

    Shamrock Soup

    Broccoli and potatoes make a perfectly smooth and delicious soup that’s easy to make. The shamrock-shaped cheese croutons add a fun and festive crunch. Makes 6 servings. Prep time: 15 to 20 mins Cook time: 30 to 40 mins  

  • Hungarian Goulash Soup

    Hungarian Goulash Soup

    This delicious traditional soup is packed full of good stuff and is sure to be a hit with the whole family.  Prep time: 30 mins Cook time: 21⁄2 to 31⁄2 hrs

  • Vietnamese Pork Noodle Soup

    Vietnamese Pork Noodle Soup

    This soup is great for chowing down and slurping up when your stomach’s empty and your day’s been full. Makes 2-4 servings.  

  • Creamy Split Pea Soup with Meyer Lemon Zest and Thyme

    Creamy Split Pea Soup with Meyer Lemon Zest and Thyme

    My local natural food store has an incredible selection of prepared foods, yet I always end up selecting the split pea soup. While I love making my own, it’s so comforting to know that this soup is always there prepared and waiting for me. No matter where I am in my day, I find it a calming and soothing treat. This version is perked up with the addition of sweet and tart Meyer lemons. It freezes well, so make enough to put some away for another day. Makes 6 servings.

  • Harvest Cheddar and Vegetable Chowder

    Harvest Cheddar and Vegetable Chowder

    A medium cheddar cheese gives this chowder extra heartiness. Makes 6 servings. Prep. time: 15 mins. Cooking time: 20 mins.

  • Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Soup

    Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Soup

    The rich flavours of roasted red pepper and fresh basil will place this quick-to-prepare tomato soup at the top of your favourites list. Ready-to-use roasted red peppers are easy to find in the pickle section of the grocery store. Freeze for up to one month.  

  • Mushroom and Split Pea Soup

    Mushroom and Split Pea Soup

    This hearty vegetarian soup takes longer to cook, but only a few minutes to prepare and then you can practically forget about it until it'sdone.  If you have leftovers it freezes and reheats well too for totable lunches. Makes 6 servings. Prep time: 10 mins.   Cooking time: About 1 hour

  • Chicken Noodle Bowl

    Chicken Noodle Bowl

    Here’s proof a fast-food favourite can get a nutritious makeover with fresh vegetables, milk and lean chicken breast. It’s a healthy meal to please take-out food fans. Makes 4 servings. Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 15 to 20 minutes

  • Potato, Leek and California Walnut Gratin

    Potato, Leek and California Walnut Gratin

    A great recipe to make a day ahead. Simply let cool, refridgerate and reheat when you're ready. Makes 6 servings.

  • Lazy Lasagna in a Bowl

    Lazy Lasagna in a Bowl

    Hearty classic flavours of a lasagna dish fill this soup to create a delicious comfort food recipe. Thick and chunky, once this hot soup is poured over top of the cheese, each spoonful will remind you of the gooey texture and flavour of your mom’s lasagna. Makes 6 to 8 servings (about 9-¼ cups/2.75 mL)  Preparation time: 10 mins. Cooking time: about 25 mins

  • Oven Roasted Mushroom and Vegetable Salad

    Oven Roasted Mushroom and Vegetable Salad

    This salad is also delicious served warm over grilled polenta. Garnish with shaved Parmesan cheese if desired. Makes six side  or four main course servings. Prep time: 20 mins.    Cooking time: 40 mins.  

  • Cheddar, Cauliflower & Potato Soup

    Cheddar, Cauliflower & Potato Soup

    A delicious, warm soup for a cool, damp day.  

  • Portabella Mushroom Salad

    Portabella Mushroom Salad

    The favorite combination of bacon, lettuce and tomato tops baked portabella mushrooms instead of bread for a light lunch.Makes 4 servings. Preparation time: 5 minutes    Cooking time: 12 minutes  

  • Summer Corn and Edamame Salad with Walnut Miso Dressing

    Summer Corn and Edamame Salad with Walnut Miso Dressing

    This salad is a great side dish for picnics. It has all the components for a family favourite: beautiful colour, satisfying walnut crunch and a delicious sweet dressing. Makes 4 to 6 servings.  

  • Grilled Chicken with Creamy Potato Salad

    Grilled Chicken with Creamy Potato Salad

    Grilling chickens on the barbecue is an art. Here is the perfect way to grill them. Serves 4 to 6. 




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