Orange and lemon juices add tang to this not-so-sweet barbecue sauce. After a few days in the refrigerator, it tastes even better because flavors have melded. Near the end of cooking, slather on chicken burgers or ribs for a luscious coating that won't burn.
Despite family traditions, some elements of Christmas dinner should be shaken up--or maybe stir-fried! This year, leave the turnip in the root cellar and reach for red and green vegetables. This stir-fry can be prepped a day ahead and it makes a lively addition to the ol' bird.
Mussels are a fast, easy and light-tasting dinner, making them the ultimate comfort meal for a winter night. Don't forget the crusty bread to soak up all that rich fragrant sauce.
Asparagus and lemon are a match made in heaven. Here, we've brought them together in an upscale creamy risotto--perfect for a springtime party, a light main or first course. Use vegetable broth in place of chicken and skip the prosciutto and you've got a delicious vegetarian entree.
Get this rice steaming, then slide our Island-style pork chops (this recipe is also available in the Recipe File) into the oven. What isn't enjoyed tonight, gets popped into the freezer for our Freezer fried rice 'n' pork (this recipe is also available in the Recipe File). This evening, bits of fruit stirred into the pilaf at the last minute complement the spicy chops.
Pronounced bool-yuh-bayz, this is one of France's most famous soups, and rightly so. Made with quick-cooking mussels and chicken, it's speedy enough for weeknight dinners but still incredibly flavourful.
Fresh blueberries, simmered to perfection, make a delectable sauce for sorbet, frozen yogurt or ready-made cheesecake. Served over frosty scoops of mango sorbet, it's a dramatic colour and taste treat.
Borrowing an idea from nachos, we stirred our favourite toppings - grated nippy cheddar, pickled peppers and chopped tomatoes - into a can of potato soup for a simple hearty supper.
