Meatloaf & Terrine
LEFT BRAIN: Meat Loaf The appetizing smells while this is baking evoke my memories of childhood. Of course, potatoes and cooked vegetables must complete the retro meal. However what is different about this recipe...
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Stuffed tomatoes & jeweled spinach
LEFT BRAIN: Stuffed Tomatoes with Two Cheeses These striking tomatoes are substantial enough to be an entrée when served on pasta (see tip) as well as a lovely side dish for a special dinner....
Spring Lamb
LEFT BRAIN: Gyros Burgers Take a break from ordinary burgers with these flavourful and moist patties stuffed into a crispy naan. This juicy burger is, as Joanna said while dining, “scrumptious – despite needing...
March Soups
LEFT BRAIN: Lentil Dal Soup Dal soup is this cook’s go-to on a busy blustery day as lentils require no soaking and the cooking time is short. It’s inspired by the side dish of...
Valentine Sweets
LEFT BRAIN: Butter Tarts A New York Times food article about Canadian butter tarts had our American cousins drooling and asking for a recipe – so here it is! It includes 99-year-old Aunt Rosamond’s...
Not Quite Chicken Cordon Bleu
LEFT BRAIN: Not Quite Chicken Cordon Bleu All the expected flavours are here in these meatballs. My husband and I attended a family wedding in New Hampshire this summer, and of the numerous platters...
Pumpkin Seeded Biscotti & Rustic Seeded Malt Bread
LEFT BRAIN: Pumpkin Seeded Biscotti Black sesame seeds add especially good looks to these savoury toasts. Sometime I use black onion seeds instead (also known as nigella) as they have a pleasant pungency packed...
Autumnal Squash
LEFT BRAIN: Roasted Squash Tart with Bacon & Cheese This is a sophisticated tart using ordinary grocery store items, including the pastry. It’s perfect for a luncheon or prelude to dinner either as a...
Tomato Tortellini & Potato-Crusted Tomato Tart
LEFT BRAIN: Fresh Tomato Tortellini Simple meals are desirable anytime, not just during the workweek, and this is one of restaurant quality. Serve it with tossed green salad and crusty rolls to mop up...