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Corn chowder with crab

Leeks, corn and potatoes make this chunky seafood chowder a satisfying main meal soup. Serve garnished with a swirl of...


Chili-spiced squash soup

This golden, velvet-textured soup is very satisfying and perfect for a warm light lunch on a chilly day. Green apple...


Beet and orange soup

A luscious, flavourful soup packed with vibrant vegetables and topped with beet salsa.


Tomato and lentil soup

This simple soup is flavoured with warm spices, then blended to a velvety smooth texture and topped with yogourt. Serve...


A Puréed Mushroom and Fennel Soup For a Chilly Afternoon

Sweet anise-flavoured fennel and earthy mushrooms make a delicious combination in this smooth vegetable soup.


Mixed bean chili soup

This heart-warming soup is perfect for a chilly evening. It's packed full of vegetables and mixed legumes, making it an...


Bacon and lentil soup

A satisfying and comforting soup packed with a good mix of healthy vegetables that take you well on the way...


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Fish boulangère

Firm white fish lends itself to gentle oven-braising on a bed of vegetables. Sliced potatoes and onion provide the vegetable...

Lentil and Cashew Nut Roast

Not only are low-fat lentils richer in protein than many other legumes, but their slightly smoky flavour makes a great...


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Beef olives

This updated version of a traditional recipe is ideal for entertaining. Slices of beef are wrapped around a mushroom stuffing...


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Braised Asian beef

Asian flavours are often associated with stir-fries, but as this delicious meal shows, they can be used to good effect...


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Fish Stock

Fish trimmings ' the head, skin and bones ' from any white fish with a good flavour can be used....


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Chicken Stock

This stock, made with the leftovers from a roast chicken, can be used as a great base for soups, casseroles,...


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Chicken parmigiana

An easy, Italian-style dish of chicken breasts, oven-baked with a low-fat, chunky vegetable sauce, with a Parmesan topping. Serve with...


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Sausage, pasta and mixed bean bake

This hearty, colourful and very nutritious main dish is perfect for an easy midweek meal, and can be rustled up...


Healthiest-ever Lasagna

Lasagna is everybody's favourite cold-weather meal, but it can be very high in fat, especially if store-bought. This version includes...


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Peppers stuffed with beef and tomatoes

Choose large, firm peppers - they make the perfect container for a herby beef, tomato and fresh breadcrumb mixture, topped...

Dried Fruit and Nut Dressing

This dressing has some crispiness, but if you prefer yours soft, put a cover on it while it's baking. Any...


Kwanzaa Vegetables

This African vegetable dish is a great addition to any holiday feast. Sweet potatoes, a staple of African cuisine, are...


Hearty Vegetable and Turkey-Bacon Soup

Your holiday leftovers won't go to waist with this hearty soup recipe.


Seafood Soup with Fennel and Saffron

One of my favourite soups is Seafood Soup with with Fennel and Saffron. The aroma of the onion, fennel, garlic...


Cottage Pie

Ground turkey breast is lean, and you need a little olive oil to brown it. Sweet potatoes are high in...


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PEI Potato and Spinach Stew

This hearty stew promises to be a family favourite during the cold winter months. Packed with spinach, this stew is...

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Potato and Chicken Lasagna

Looking for a new twist on classic lasagna? This version features fresh herbs, chicken and zucchini. Substituting potatoes for pasta...


Soupe au Pistou

I've adapted this soup'basically a vegetable-basil soup'from the French classic. But the basil in this recipe isn't pounded (pistou) into...


Corn & Shrimp Chowder

When making this, frozen or canned corn are both fine to use. If you like it spicy, add a pinch...


Smoked Salmon Cucumber Canapes

Treat your guests to a boost of healthy omega-3 fats with delicious smoked salmon. This tasty appetizer is simple, comes...


Garides Youvetsi Me Feta (Shrimp with Feta)

In Greece, this dish is traditionally made in clay pots, but you can use a casserole dish or Dutch oven....


Mussels with Herbs and White Wine

Mussels are rich in protein, minerals and vitamins B and C, low in fat and cholesterol, and a great source...