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What are the Benefits of Miso Soup? Plus, How to Make This Traditional Japanese Dish Vegan
In Japan, you’d be hard-pressed to find a person that doesn’t regularly eat miso soup. According to some reports, it’s eaten at least once a day by around three-quarters of the population. And it’s easy to see why: the broth is nourishing, warming, and renowned for its health benefits. But it also has a long history in Japan, which makes it more than just a nutritious dish. Miso soup is also about culture and identity. Over the years, miso soup has also become popular in the West.
What are the Benefits of Miso Soup? Plus, How to Make This Traditional Japanese Dish Vegan Original
In Japan, you’d be hard-pressed to find a person that doesn’t regularly eat miso soup. According to some reports, it’s eaten at least once a day by around three-quarters of the population. And it’s easy to see why: the broth is nourishing, warming, and renowned for its health benefits. But it also has a long history in Japan, which makes it more than just a nutritious dish. Miso soup is also about culture and identity. Over the years, miso soup has also become popular in the West.
Festive chocolate salami
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Celebratory poutine with Montreal smoked meat and mushrooms
Recipes / Snack / Jason Skrobar Ingredients Mushroom Gravy 1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, divided 1 small yellow onion, peeled and thinly sliced 200g mixed wild mushrooms, chopped 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 cups beef stock Kosher salt and cracked black pepper, to season Assembly 750g bag of frozen French fries 250g Montreal smoked meat, roughly chopped 2 cups shredded mozzarella or cheese curds Chopped fresh herbs for garnish Directions Bake the fries using the instructions on...
Canadian Celebratory Nachos
Recipes / Snack / Jason Skrobar Ingredients Bacon 10 thick-cut sliced bacon 1/3 cup maple syrup 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon vinegar-based hot sauce 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper Butternut squash 1 small butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1/2” cubes 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon black pepper Sour cream 1 cup sour cream 1 tablespoon maple syrup 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper Assembly 4 chorizo sausages, casings removed 546ml can of refried...
Stromboli
Recipes / Snack / Camille Arcese Ingredients 1 x 700g pizza dough, room temperature 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 1 clove garlic, large one, minced/pressed 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, plus more for garnish 1 handful fresh basil leaves 15-20 slices salami, approximately, thinly sliced 12 slices mozzarella cheese, approximately, thinly sliced 1 handful all-purpose flour, for dusting 1 egg Directions Preheat oven to 400° F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment and set aside.
Sauer power smoothie
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Rhubarb fritters
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Firecracker shrimp
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Red rice stuffed peppers
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Creamy chia pudding with red fruits
Directions Creamy Dreamy Almond Milk Place the almonds in a small bowl and cover them with room-temperature water. Soak for at least six hours or overnight, then drain. Alternatively, you can shorten the soak time to two hours by pouring boiling water over the almonds to cover, then drain. In a high-speed blender, combine the almonds, date, water, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. Blend on high speed until smooth, about one minute.
Strawberry rhubarb shortcakes
Ingredients Strawberry Shortcakes 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into pats 3/4 cup + 2 tablespoons buttermilk, divided 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract Rhubarb Topping 2 cups quartered strawberries 1 1/2 cups chopped rhubarb 3 tablespoons dry white wine or water 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons sugar, divided 1 cup whipping cream 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Directions...
Peanut ginger macaroons
I love these chewy, soft coconutty bites that are so easy to make. I put my own spin on this traditional treat with one of my favourite flavour combinations—peanut and ginger. A little ginger and turmeric give these cookies a special flavour without being overpowering. Coconut is healthier than you might think; it is high in potassium, and just ¼ cup (60 mL) has almost 4 grams of gut-friendly fibre.
Roasted broccoli and cauliflower soup
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Pea-avocado sweet potato toast
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Baked porridge-in-a-jar
Directions Preheat the oven to 350°F. Set out six half-cup mason jars or three one-cup mason jars. In a large bowl, mix together the coconut, chia seeds, baking powder and salt. Add the coconut beverage, vanilla and monk fruit. Stir until well combined. Add the ingredients for your preferred flavour option including Apple Cinnamon: one cup of cored and chopped apple, one-third of a cup of raw pumpkin seeds or chopped raw almonds, one teaspoon of cinnamon and one-quarter teaspoon of ground nutmeg.
Orange-licorice panna cotta
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Crumble rhubarb and apple slice
Make this classic rhubarb crumble for an easy, family-friendly dessert. Made with delicious rhubarb and apples, almonds and oats, it's the warm and comforting dessert we all crave for a late-night snack.
Pasta with beans and broth
An irresistible pasta soup that will be a hit with the whole family! This dish is perfect for the winter because it's filled with hearty ingredients like borlotti beans, ditalini pasta, chilli flakes, kale and white wine.
Game-changer egg muffins
You are going to high five and hug yourself every rushed morning for stocking your freezer with these healthy breakfast Egg Muffins! You can pop these wholesome muffins into the microwave and reheat them whenever you need a fast, filling breakfast or snack.
Moroccan spiced tofu tagine with olives and apricots
A vegan take on a classic tagine, this is a wonderfully spiced and fragrant one-pot wonder. Serve on its own or overtop your choice of cooked grains like couscous or wild rice. The rich, earthy, briny flavours of the spices like turmeric, cumin, coriander, saffron and cinnamon, and olives pair perfectly with apricots.
Egg in a cloud
Whip the whites into a "cloud", bake it for a few minutes, add the yolk to finish cooking. Serve on toast for a yummy twist on basic eggs for tomorrow's breakfast.
Bacon and mushroom flatbread
• Lay the bacon out onto a rimmed baking sheet. Bake for 14 to 16 minutes or until crisp and golden brown. Transfer the bacon to a piece of paper towel and set aside to cool. • Meanwhile, mince two cloves of garlic and add them along with the vinegar to the baking sheet and stir into the bacon fat. Add the mushrooms and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper and bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.
French onion meatball casserole
"French onion soup is one of my all time favourite soups. The unwaveringly delicious flavour of caramelized onions, rich beef stock and ooey gooey gruyere cheese makes it easy to understand why this classic has stood the test of time. I could easily eat it every night and so keeping that in mind I came up with this five ingredient family favourite. The end result is a casserole style dish that embodies all the qualities of a delicious French onion soup!"
Healthy and vegan chia pudding with strawberry nice cream dessert
By Shahzadi Devje Ingredients 2 1/2 cups almond milk unsweetened 1/2 banana, ripe 2 dates, pitted 1/2 cup chia seeds 2 cups banana ripe, frozen, sliced 1/2 cup strawberries, frozen 2 strawberries, fresh Directions CHIA PUDDING Blend two cups of almond milk (or any nut milk), dates and ripe banana. Transfer into a bowl and stir in the chia seeds. Pour the pudding equally into two glasses and refrigerate for an hour or until set (overnight is best).
Butternut squash enchiladas
Ingredients 1-1/2 tablespoon olive oil extra-virgin olive oil 2 cups butternut squash cubed into 1 centimeter dice 2 cups finely chopped and packed baby spinach leaves only 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon chili pepper 2 cups canned low sodium black beans, rinsed and drained 1/4 cup canned or frozen corn kernels Sea salt and black pepper to taste Sauce: 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 2 small garlic clove minced 2 cups plain tomato sauce 1/2 - 1 chipotle in adobo depending on how...
Freekeh and bulgur bowl
Freekeh is an ancient wheat grain that is picked while still green and set on fire. Then it is 'rubbed' or 'farek' the Arabic meaning and where it gets its name freekeh. Allowing the chaff to burn allows the smoky taste to reach the kernel. It's both nutty and smoky and very special.
Soba with sweet chili sesame tofu and quick pickled veg
Ingredients Noodles: 225 grams soba noodles 3 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil 2 teaspoons honey 1–2 teaspoons finely grated ginger 1 green onion, finely chopped Quick pickles: 1 cucumber 1 carrot 4 radishes 1/4 cup seasoned rice vinegar 2–3 teaspoons soy sauce 1/2 lime Kosher salt Tofu: 1 brick extra firm tofu 2 teaspoons vegetable oil 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, white, black, or a combination 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil 2–3 tablespoons sriracha 1 tablespoon honey For...
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How to Start a Plant-Based Diet
As a mother of two, and vegetarian for more than 20 years, I never imagined a time when there would be so much interest in plant-based eating. The easiest way to start is to fill half of your plate with vegetables at each meal. Fruits and vegetables contain fiber to help foster a healthy community of gut bacteria and prevent constipation. They’re also packed with vitamins, minerals and phytochemicals that fight inflammation.
Pecan butter tart cheesecake
Recipes / Dessert / Anna Olson Ingredients For the cheesecake base: 1 recipe Signature Butter Tart Squares (below), made with 1 cup (100 grams) pecan halves or pieces and baked in a well-greased 23 centimeter round springform pan, at room temperature.
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