Salmon on Veggie and Leek Lentils

2tspolive oil1 onionfinely chopped1 leekwhite and light green parts only, finely chopped1rib celeryfinely chopped2sprigsthymeor 1/2 tsp dried thyme1clovegarlicminced1/2tspsalt1/2tsppepper1 1/2 cupgreen lentilsdried2cupschicken broth or vegetable brothno-salt2cupswater1 green zucchinicubed1 yellow zucchinicubed4salmon fillets1tbspolive oil4 lemon wedges1/4cupcilantro leavessalt and pepperto taste 1. In...

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Easy Pizza Soup

1 tbsp vegetable oil2 cups sliced white mushrooms2 cloves garlic, minced1 onion, chopped1 tsp dried Italian herb seasoning1 sweet red pepper, chopped1 can (14 oz/398 ml) pizza sauce2-1/4 cups water3 tomatoes, chopped1/2 cup diced ham3/4 cup croutons3/4 cup shredded...

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Cream of celeriac with Cheddar & onion

1 tbspbutter1onion, chopped2clovesgarlic, chopped6 cupscelery root, peeled and diced3 cupschicken or vegetable broth, no salt added1 cupmilkSalt and freshly ground pepper12slices ofbaguette4 ozCanadian Aged Cheddar, grated 1. In a large saucepan, melt butter and cook onions for about 10...

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Cream of Carrot with Brie & Nuts

1 tbspbutter1onion, chopped2cloves garlic, chopped6 cupscarrots, peeled and diced3 cupschicken or vegetable broth, no salt added1 cupmilkSalt and freshly ground pepper3 ozBrie, cut into small wedges1 tbsphoney2 tbsproasted nuts, your choice 1. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat and cook vegetables for 5 minutes.2. Add broth, milk, salt and pepper.3. Bring

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Braised Beef and Vegetable Stew

2 lb lean stew beef or bison2 medium onions, diced3 cups chopped carrots, about 6 carrots total2 cups cubed rutabaga, about 1 x 2-inch cubesorparsnips, chopped4 cloves garlic, minced1 tbsp canola oil1 tsp dried thyme leaves1/2 tsp cracked black pepper1/2 tsp dried tarragon leaves1 tsp dried summer savoryorsage1/4 cup whole-wheat flour1 can (10 oz

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Turkey Barley Stew

2 tbsp vegetable oil2 onions, chopped2/3 cup pearlorpot barley2 cloves garlic, minced2eachcarrots and parsnips, sliced1-1/2 cups cubed, peeled rutabaga2-1/2 cups sodium-reduced chickenorturkey broth1 can diced tomatoes, undrained1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley1 tspeachdried thyme leaves and Worcestershire sauce1/2 tsp dried basil leavesSalt and pepper2 cups coarsely cubed cooked turkey1-1/2 cups freshorfrozen green peas6 crusty rolls

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Broccoli, Kale and Lentil Soup

1 tbspbutter1mediumonion, chopped3cloves garlic, minced1/8 tsphot pepper flakes or smoked paprikaSalt and pepper1/3 cupdriedred lentils, rinsed2 1/2 cupslow-sodiumvegetable or chicken broth4 cupschoppedbroccoli (stems and florets separated)4 cupschopped packed trimmedkale2 cupsheatedmilk2 tbspfreshly squeezed lemon juice or white wine vinegar 1. In a pot, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté onions, garlic, hot pepper flakes and

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Cream of Beet with Feta & Herbs

1 tablespoonbutter1onion, chopped2cloves garlic, chopped6 cupsbeets, peeled and diced3 cupschicken or vegetable broth, no salt added1 cupmilkSalt and freshly ground pepper1/2apple, finely diced1/3 cupFeta, crumbled1 1/2 tbspfresh parsley, chopped1 1/2 tbspfresh dill, chopped 1. In a large saucepan, melt...

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