Peppered Beef with Balsamic Strawberry Salsa

Peppered Beef with Balsamic Strawberry Salsa

The sweet-and-sour mélange of strawberries and balsamic vinegar makes a delicious companion to the peppery steak. This salsa is also delicious on chicken and pork. Preparation Time: 15 minutesGrilling Time: 8 minutesServes 4 1 tbsp (15 mL) Dijon mustard1 tbsp (15 mL)...
Grilled Strawberry Brownie

Grilled Strawberry Brownie

When two favourites combine, you can’t go wrong. Wonderful fresh Ontario strawberries added to a moist chocolate brownie cookie make it extra special. No oven required! Preparation Time: 20 minutesCooking Time: about 2 minutesGrilling Time: 25 minutesServes 8 1/4 cup...
Asparagus Scalloped Potatoes

Asparagus Scalloped Potatoes

A foolproof version of the classic, this casserole has a rich Cheddar sauce full of asparagus and sliced just-cooked potatoes – a perfect companion to any roast. Preparation Time: 20 minutesCooking Time: 20 minutesBaking Time: 30 to 35 minutesMakes 8 servings 1...
Jamaican Oxtails with Spinners 

Jamaican Oxtails with Spinners 

Serves 4 Ingredients 1/3 cup brown sugar 1/3 cup water 4 lbs (2 kg) Oxtails 6 cloves garlic, diced 1 Tbsp fresh thyme leaves 1 Tbsp red or white wine vinegar ¼ cup Island Gurl Seasoned Salt 1/3 cup browning  ¼ cup ketchup 1 tsp ground black pepper 4 cups beef...
12th Century Johnny Cake

12th Century Johnny Cake

The origin of johnny cake dates back to the 12th century in The Bahamas. Our indigenous Arawak people originally made this cake-like bread by grounding maize (corn). Preparation Time: 5 minutes Baking Time: 35 minutes Serves 8 1/3 cup (80 mL) softened butter, divided...