BRAISED BOK CHOY
HANDS-ON TIME 20 minutes TOTAL TIME 20 minutes MAKES 4 servings INGREDIENTS ¼ cup sodium-reduced chicken broth 1 tsp cornstarch ¼ tsp salt pinch each granulated sugar and pepper 2 tbsp vegetable oil 1 clove garlic, thinly sliced 4 50 g baby bok choy, halved lengthwise 1 tsp sesame oil ½ tsp sesame seeds PREPARATION […]
SAUTÉED ZUCCHINI AND TOMATOES
HANDS-ON TIME 15 minutes TOTAL TIME 15 minutes MAKES 4 servings INGREDIENTS 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 2 zucchini, cut in 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces 1 clove garlic, minced ¼ tsp each dried oregano and salt pinch hot pepper flakes 1½ cups cherry or grape tomatoes, halved pinch granulated sugar 1 tbsp thinly sliced green […]
CREAMED CORN
HANDS-ON TIME 20 minutes TOTAL TIME 20 minutes MAKES 6 to 8 servings INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp butter 3 green onions, sliced 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 bay leaf 4 cups frozen or fresh corn kernels ¼ tsp each salt and pepper 1 tbsp all-purpose flour 1 cup 10% cream PREPARATION In saucepan, melt butter over […]
CREAMED BRUSSELS SPROUTS
HANDS-ON TIME 25 minutes TOTAL TIME 25 minutes MAKES 12 to 16 servings INGREDIENTS 1 tbsp butter 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 shallots, thinly sliced 900 g brussels sprouts, trimmed and thinly sliced lengthwise ½ cup sodium-reduced chicken broth or vegetable broth ⅔ cup whipping cream (35%) ½ tsp each salt and pepper PREPARATION In […]
CHINESE BROCCOLI AMANDINE
Also known as gai lan, or Chinese kale, this vegetable has long, thin stalks topped with buds or florets, similar to broccolini (which makes a good substitute if you can’t find it). The healthy fats in the olive oil and almonds help your body absorb antioxidants from the leafy greens. HANDS-ON TIME 15 minutes TOTAL […]
TURNIP, POTATO AND SWISS CHARD HASH
The humble turnip becomes a superstar in this mildly spicy dish. If you don’t have a large enough skillet, divide the mixture between two smaller ones. HANDS-ON TIME 30 minutes TOTAL TIME 40 minutes MAKES 6 to 8 servings INGREDIENTS 450 g white turnip 450 g yellow-fleshed potatoes 4 cups packed chopped Swiss chard (with […]
SAUTÉED SPINACH AND MUSHROOMS
Meaty oyster mushrooms and fresh spinach come together for a super-quick side dish that complements any roast. Not a huge garlic fan? Remove the cloves before serving— they will impart a subtle flavour. HANDS-ON TIME 20 minutes TOTAL TIME 20 minutes MAKES 6 servings INGREDIENTS 2 bags (each 225 g) baby spinach (see tip, below) […]
BRAISED CABBAGE AND BEETS
The festive red colour of this stove-top side dish is dazzling on a holiday table. The beets turns a bit sweet when cooked, so they are a good counterbalance to the earthy cabbage. HANDS-ON TIME 25 minutes TOTAL TIME 1¼ hours MAKES 8 to 10 servings INGREDIENTS 2 strips bacon, thinly sliced 1 onion, thinly […]
BALSAMIC-GLAZED SQUASH
This easy recipe has so few ingredients and takes so little time to prepare that you might want to consider keeping some extra squash around for spur-of-the-moment get-togethers. HANDS-ON TIME 15 minutes TOTAL TIME 1 hour MAKES 8 servings INGREDIENTS 2 acorn squash (1.8 kg total), halved, seeded and cut in 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick […]
SMASHED PEAS WITH BACON AND BASIL
Fresh peas are so good, and this recipe shows off their natural sweetness. Serve with baked ham, roast chicken or steamed fish. Or spoon onto crostini and drizzle with your favourite extra-virgin olive oil to make a quick appetizer. HANDS-ON TIME 15 minutes TOTAL TIME 15 minutes MAKES 4 servings INGREDIENTS 3 strips bacon 3 […]