Canned Green Chili’s give this creamy dish a bit of heat and was a perfect side to Tajin Pork Chops and sautéed Blue Oyster Mushrooms.

Pasta Primavera certainly sounds Italian, but I was first made popular by an Italian chef in New York. Our recipe most often only uses chicken stock for a lighter approach, but many recipes add an equal amount of cream; and that is delicious as well.

We often have various types of meatballs in the freezer, along with Stock – Chicken or Turkey. This meal is ready in minutes if you defrost Asian Meatballs earlier in the day. Homemade stock makes all the difference.

Shrimp, lemon and tomatoes start to taste like spring! This classic Italian dish does not have the ever-present Parmesan cheese and honestly, it is so creamy you don’t miss it. We prefer to cook the shrimp on the side (in a little butter, oil and…

This is a favourite spring luncheon meal, especially when you pull out home-made Stock – Chicken or Turkey from the freezer. Only use home-made stock in this simple yet elegant starter.

Pumpkin Soup has two countries that lay claim to the original concept. Haiti and France. WE love this simple soup when heading indoors and thoughts of heartier food slowly cooked is appealing after the long hot summer days of summer.

Shiitake mushrooms are one of the healthiest mushrooms with a bit of smoky or earthy flavour. They are best suited to a quick sauté or served in dishes such as miso soup and steamed/simmered dishes such as risottos. And always use a creamy rice like…

Rice Pilaf involves cooking with stock, spices, and vegetables vs. water. Use any type of long grain rice you prefer and your imagination. In some countries Rice Pilaf is the main course, in others a side dish. Basmati Rice or Jasmine Rice work equally well…

Lentils come in a range of colours and sizes, and each has its own characteristics and applications. Red Lentils are great for soups and stews. They have less starch then yellow and are creamy when cooked down. Red lentils are not the ones to choose…

Even though Picadillo originated in Spain, most countries have their own spiced and flavoured versions. Typically, Picadillo is a one skillet dish, traditionally made with a base of ground beef, potatoes, onions, tomatoes and spices. Additions of capers, olives, raisins, and carrots are all preferences,…