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Lentils go well in soups and stews and as companions to other vegetables. These 2 recipes feature nutritious lentils taking center stage in these dishes.

Foods that are high in magnesium and zinc are excellent choices to reduce rising blood pressure. Put those foods in a dessert and you are not only eating healthier but having a delicious treat as well.

Fishermen made this soup famous by simmering a large kettle full and chipping in whatever seafood they had from the day's catch. When roasted, the flavours of the ingredients come alive.

These scallops are marinated in a bona fide mojito cocktail. While the combination might throw you off a bit, these two delicious things come together to make an amazing dish.

Salad has a bad rep for being a "boring" food, but it's so easy to spice it up with healthy ingredients. Try these three delicious recipes that will make it easy to watch your health.

A great source of potassium and manganese, butternut squash tastes remarkably creamy when pureed. But when you mix in a little coconut milk, you'll find that the effect is profoundly delicious too. The flavours here will remind you of Indian cuisine,

If you're cooking for a family who doesn't seem to like vegetables, the problem could be a simple matter of preparation. Try one or all of these four methods for getting veggies back in your family's good graces.

Almost half of US consumers' food budget, and just under a third of Canadians' is spent on meals prepared outside the home. But cooking isn't some exclusive skill: anyone can do it! We'll give you some tips.

Whether it's a large catered affair or a more intimate gathering, you'll want your dinner party to be enjoyable and affordable. Here's some tips to help you pull it off.

Just because you live in a country that’s chilly most of the year, it doesn’t mean you can’t grow young plants. All you need is a greenhouse and advice on how to build one. These steps will help you on your way.

The medicinal application of garlic goes back as far as 1500 BC, when the ancient Egyptians recommended it for a host of ailments, including heart disease, wounds, tumours, parasites and headaches — some of the benefits modern science has also attrib

These low-fat, protein-rich legumes offer substantial phytochemical power, folate and an impressive amount of fibre. They also have decent amounts of iron and calcium.

Whether you're using it for cooking or preservation, vinegar is an essential ingredient in any kitchen. Here's everything you need to know about cooking with vinegar.

Spinach is a delicious vegetable with impressive health benefits. Here's everything your need to know about the leafy green, including some smart ways to add it to your diet.

Oats are one of the healthiest foods you can eat for breakfast — or any time. Learn which oats are which and how to incorporate them into your meals.

Serve up chicken as a main dish as often as you like, but also use it to add protein to salads and pasta. A boneless chicken breast is like a blank canvas. Get as creative as you like!

The most chaotic time in most households is suppertime. You're tired, the family is hungry and you just want to get something on the table fast. The good news is that you can make your supper more healthful without spending any extra time making the

These pilafs add a satisfying savoury taste to almost any meal, and they're good for regulating your blood sugar. Each are a succulent alternative to plain rice that could easily become regular staples in your home.

Whether you're making soup, sauce or salsa, you want to make sure you get the best, meaty parts of the tomato in your creation, but not the skin and seeds. Here are some helpful tips to make preparing tomatoes easy with a couple of recipes to practic

If you want to try your hand at preparing a flatfish for cooking, you’ll need to the right utensils and skills. These are easy to get hold of and learn.