Greens & Rosemary Chowder

2 tbsp (30 mL) butter1 cup (250 mL) onion, diced1 cup (250 mL) leek, diced1 cup (250 mL) celery, diced1 cup (250 mL) carrots, diced1 1/2 tsp (7.5 mL) dried rosemary3 tbsp (45 mL) all-purpose flour6 cups (1.5 L) milk, heated2 cups (500 mL) broccoli, diced3 cups (750 mL) baby spinach1/2 cup (125 mL) Monterey Jack cheese, shredded1/2 cup (125 mL) Cheddar cheese, shreddedSalt and pepper, to taste 1. In a heavy pot, melt butterover medium heat.

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Broccoli, Kale and Lentil Soup

1 tbsp butter1 medium onion, chopped3 cloves garlic, minced1/8 tsp hot pepper flakes or smoked paprikaSalt and pepper1/3 cup dried red lentils, rinsed2 1/2 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth4 cups chopped broccoli (stems and florets separated)4 cups chopped packed trimmed kale2 cups heated milk2 tbsp  freshly 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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Crispy-Topped Vegetable Casserole

2 cups carrots, chopped2 cups cauliflower, chopped2 cups broccoli, chopped3 tbsp butter1 small onion, chopped2 tbsp all-purpose flourA pinch of saltPepper, to taste1 cup milk6 oz cream cheese, cut into cubes2/3 cup fresh bread crumbs2 tbsp grated Canadian Parmesan cheese 1. Preheat oven to 350 °F (180 °C). Butter an 8-cup (2 L) shallow baking dish.2. Place carrots in a large saucepan; add water to cover

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Ontario Chinese Vegetables Roll-Ups

3 cups (750 mL) finely shredded green cabbage1 1/2 cups (375 mL) each finely shredded Chinese (Napa) cabbage and bok choy1-1/2 cups (375 mL) each grated carrots and sliced mushrooms1-1/2 cups (375 mL) bean sprouts2 tbsp (25 mL) each soy sauce and rice wine or dry sherry2 tsp (10 mL) each sesame oil and

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Beet Chips with Lime Salt

4 cups (1 L) vegetable oil, for deep frying8 medium beets, peeled and thinly slicedLime salt to taste (see recipe below) 1. Pour vegetable oil into a sauté pan. Using a candy thermometer to check temperature, heat oil to 325°F (160°C).2. Add the beet slices in small batches. Fry slices about 2 to 3

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Ontario Winter Vegetable Soup

1 onion, chopped2 carrots, peeled and diced2 beets, peeled and diced2 cloves garlic, minced5 cups (1.25 L) vegetable or chicken broth8 medium parsnips, peeled and diced3 cups (750 mL) chopped green cabbage1/2 tsp (2 mL) dried marjoram leaves1/2 tsp (2 mL) dried thyme leavesSalt and pepper2 tbsp (25 mL) chopped fresh parsley In large

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Ontario Borscht

2 tbsp (25 mL) butter6 beets, peeled and shredded4 leeks, chopped2 cups (500 mL) sliced mushrooms2 carrots, shredded2 cloves garlic, minced1 onion, chopped1 white turnip, peeled and shredded1 stalk celery, chopped1 potato, peeled and chopped2 bay leaves7 cups (1.75 L) beef or vegetable broth2 tbsp (25 mL) tomato paste2 cups (500 mL) shredded cabbage1 can (19

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Cream of Beet with Feta & Herbs

1 tablespoon butter1 onion, chopped2 cloves garlic, chopped6 cups beets, peeled and diced3 cups chicken or vegetable broth, no salt added1 cup milkSalt and freshly ground pepper1/2 apple, finely diced1/3 cup Feta, crumbled1 1/2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped1 1/2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped 1. In a large saucepan, melt...

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Hearty Beef Borscht

3.3 lb beef, cubed (shoulder or chuck)10 cups beef stock2 large carrots, sliced3 celery stalks, sliced1 medium-sized cauliflower, cut into pieces3 onions, sliced2 large potatoes, cubed2 leeks, sliced3 bay leaves2 tbsp parsley, chopped tarragon, as desiredsalt and pepper to taste6 cups cooked beets, canned or...

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