Eastern European

Celery Root Puree

A healthy replacement for mashed potatoes or rice. Also an integral part of our Seared Scallops & Sausage with Watercress & Celery Root Puree recipe.

Mozzarella, Ham and Basil Panini

Submitted by Cory Coleman, London, ON; Recipe tested by Karen Clark

This crusty sandwich can be grilled in the summer or made indoors during the colder months. No matter what season - the flavours of basil and toasted bread is a rustic, European treat.

Lamb with Pear Mint and Parmesan Brussels Sprouts

Recipe Developed by Paula Bowman

Pear and mint are blended into a smooth vinaigrette and served with rack of lamb. This vinaigrette is great with any cut of lamb. On the side, Brussels sprouts are shredded and treated to a quick sauté with garlic and Parmesan cheese.

Roasted Roots and Fruits

Roasted and spiced root vegetables make an easy side dish and are a perfect complement for Maple Leaf Prime Gourmet Apple Cheddar Pork Chops. Any leftovers can be turned into a quick and delicious soup.

Lemon, Ricotta, Green Pea and Pappardelle Pasta

Recipe excerpted from Instant Entertaining by Donna Hay

This citrus-infused pasta dish is light yet satisfying.

Bucatini Pasta with Ricotta, Proscuitto and Butternut Squash

Recipe Developed by Paula Bowman

This simple, throw-it-together pasta sauce makes use of many wonderful winter flavours. Bucatini pasta is similar to spaghetti but it is thicker and hollow in the center. Any long noodle could be substituted.

Limoncello Martini

Tart but sweet this drink can be served all year round.

Brown Sugar and Chili Spiced Nuts

Recipe Developed by Paula Bowman

These sweet and spicy candied nuts are just what you need for holiday entertaining. They can be made in a flash and the recipe doubles well for big batch cooking.

Pistachio and Cranberry Shortbread

Recipe Developed by Paula Bowman

Savory and sweet flavours unite in this shortbread cookie created from our Classic Shortbread cookie recipe. For other variations, click here .

Lemon Thyme Shortbread

Recipe Developed by Paula Bowman

The additions of lemon and thyme to our Classic Shortbread recipe made this shortbread cookie an office favourite. For other variations, click here .