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Tips for Grilling Asparagus
Grilling season and asparagus season serendiptiously kick off around the same time. And we say “serendipitously” because asparagus loves the grill. The subtle and complex sweetness of asparagus is only enhanced by the slight bitterness of a good char. So with that in...
Equifruit – The Only Banana You Should Buy™
Equifruit is a group of diehard believers in ethical fruit sourcing. Especially when it comes to bananas. We’re righting the wrongs of banana business history by making it fair from the start, especially for farmers. Established in 2006, Equifruit is Canada’s leading...
Shrimp Tacos with Strawberry Pico de Gallo
Tacos are always a good idea - especially when they're filled with spicy shrimp and sweet strawberry pico de gallo. [mpprecipe-recipe:827] Recipe by Susan in collaboration with The Berry Growers of Ontario
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How to Serve Ontario-Grown Asparagus Raw
When asparagus appears on a menu, generally its been cooked in some way. And that’s not surprising. Asparagus is a fibrous vegetable that benefits from the tenderizing effects of cooking. But that doesn’t mean asparagus can’t grace your plate in its raw form. In fact,...
What to Do with Asparagus Ends and Asparagus Fettucine
Store bought asparagus has the slight drawback of having tough ends. If you’re lucky enough to get your hands on freshly harvested asparagus, you’ll likely be able to eat your spears all the way to the end. But for the most part, the asparagus you find at the grocery...
Broccoli and Cheese Mini Quiche
These mini quiches are great to make ahead and keep on hand for the week for a quick and healthy breakfast. This recipe from Grimmway Farms uses fresh and delicious broccoli straight from the farm. [mpprecipe-recipe:888]
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Asparagus Blue Cheese Tart
This tart is so easy to make using puff pastry and makes the perfect lunch, brunch, appetizer or snack! [mpprecipe-recipe:896] Watch the video: Asparagus and Blue Cheese Tart Recipe by: Susan of Rhubarb and Cod
What I Eat in a Day – A Dietitian’s Spring Produce Eats
April showers bring May flowers and delicious Ontario produce. Plant-based dietitian Nicole shares what she eats in a day: STRAWBERRY RHUBARB OATMEAL BAKE 1 cup sliced Ontario strawberries 1 cup chopped Ontario rhubarb 2 tbsp maple syrup 1.5 cups oats 2 tbsp nut or...
Plum Blueberry Chicken Brie Tortilla
Add some sweetness to your lunch with these blueberry, plum and chicken tortilla wraps. A cheesey, filling and quick lunch that's easy to whip up. [mpprecipe-recipe:874] Watch the video: Recipe by: Fruits from Chile
Supporting Your Health with Everyday Foods
Everyone wants to be healthy, but diet choices can be overwhelming today with so many messages about supplements and exotic immunity-boosting foods.
