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Sauteed Chard and Butternut Squash

December 1, 2019

Vegan Swiss chard and butternut squash saute with pomegranate is a flavorful fall and winter side dish. GET THE RECIPE Sauteed Chard and Butternut Squash submitted by Twists & Zests

Best Thin and Chewy Pizza Dough

November 8, 2019

Pizza for those who like it thin-with some suggestions for vegetable toppings like corn and zucchini. Plus the science of gluten and bread. GET THE RECIPE Best Thin and Chewy Pizza Dough submitted by Twists & Zests

Ricotta Stuffed Mini Peppers

October 3, 2019

Mini peppers stuffed with ricotta, shallots and fresh oregano are a tasty appetizer for late summer or early autumn. GET THE RECIPE Ricotta Stuffed Mini Peppers submitted by Twists & Zests

Blackberry Cream Puffs

October 3, 2019

Cream puffs with a fresh blackberry flavour and a coat of dark chocolate with a side order of the science of perfect choux pastry. GET THE RECIPE Blackberry Cream Puffs submitted by Twists & Zests

Heirloom Tomato and Cantaloupe Melon Salad

September 21, 2019

A light and colourful heirloom tomato and cantaloupe melon side salad with basil and walnuts for the end of summer. GET THE RECIPE Heirloom Tomato and Cantaloupe Melon Salad submitted by Twists & Zests

White Nectarine Salsa

August 9, 2019

A white nectarine salsa with a subtle sweetness, earthy flavors and just a hint of spice. Excellent with fresh tortilla chips or served on chicken or fish. GET THE RECIPE White Nectarine Salsa submitted by Twists & Zests

Savory Plum and Goat Cheese Tarts

August 4, 2019

These savory plum and goat cheese tarts are a great summer appetizer, including a spiced plum jam swirled with mild, whipped goat cheese. GET THE RECIPE Savory Plum and Goat Cheese Tarts submitted by Twists & Zests

Blackberry Tomato Ketchup

August 3, 2019

A tangy blackberry tomato ketchup with just enough sweetness and a hint of heat. Especially amazing with sweet potato fries. GET THE RECIPE Blackberry Tomato Ketchup submitted by Twists & Zests

Wild Rice Salad with Roasted Garlic

July 27, 2019

A blend of flavorful summer tomatoes and cucumbers lighten this wild rice salad with roasted garlic dressing. GET THE RECIPE Wild Rice Salad with Roasted Garlic submitted by Twists & Zests

Stone Fruit Meringue Pie

July 22, 2019

A variation on the classic with mixed stone fruits for the curd in a short crust pastry shell and topped with lots of meringue. GET THE RECIPE Stone Fruit Meringue Pie submitted by Twists & Zests

Blueberry Buckle

July 20, 2019

This blueberry buckle is a coffee cake with lots of fresh blueberries and a generous helping of streusel topping. GET THE RECIPE Blueberry Buckle submitted by Twists & Zests

Cherry Mascarpone Ice Cream

July 1, 2019

This cherry mascarpone ice cream has a mild, fresh fruit flavor that balances with the cheese for a sweet, creamy treat. GET THE RECIPE Cherry Mascarpone Ice Cream submitted by Twists & Zests

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