During the early 2000s,the search for innovative crops to grow on the Prairies had resulted in the introduction of several crops. Two of particular interest were quinoa, an ancient seed from South America, and haskap berries, which had been used for hundreds of years in Japan. Quinoa (keen–wah) is a small seed from the spinach […] Read more
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Fresh-from-the-garden ingredients help boost casual summer meals
Whether it’s a backyard barbecue, picnic in the park, tailgating in the field or a rainy day inside, simplicity and fresh-from-the-garden ingredients reign in the summer. Plan foods that can be made ahead and held in the refrigerator or countertop and then served at room temperature. Add dressings to salads at the last minute. While […] Read more
Shareable treats for summertime festivities
June is often filled with activity, and when there are gatherings, there is always good food. If you’re heading to a potluck or block party, try these recipes to add to the table offerings. These are favourites at our house. Creamy Dill Dip This homemade dip is such a hit that I am always asked […] Read more
Homemade meals can be the highlight of Father’s Day
Take out is fun, but nothing is more appreciated than home cooked food. Whether it’s Father’s Day or any other day a couple of easy homemade dishes can be the highlight of the meal. Chocolate cake Make the icing and set aside. Centre a rack in the oven and preheat oven to 350 F (180 […] Read more
Awareness increases about how the food choices we make can affect our health
At the beginning of the 21st century, scientists, governments and individuals were becoming more aware of the nutrients in foods and how they affected health. Scientific and medical research focusing on how lifestyle and food contributed to certain diseases, such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes and cancer, began to recommend lower fat, higher fibre diets. […] Read more
Forage for mushrooms in the wild or buy them in the grocery store
Late spring and early summer marks the beginning of the mushroom foraging season. Morels, the earliest to be found, usually start showing up in May or June. And then as the summer progresses more varieties become available right through until fall. Morels, chanterelles, matsutake and porcini are the most popular wild mushrooms. Cultivated mushrooms are […] Read more
Spring brings juicy grilled menus, fresh garden produce
May is a month of renewal. The trees have fresh green leaves, the grass is lush and the flowers are blooming as we embrace the spring season. The birds are happily chirping and love to let us know that morning has arrived as they start singing very early beside my window. What an amazing alarm […] Read more
Gardening produces food, fun and learning in the far north
After 25 gardening seasons, the Inuvik Community Greenhouse has created a community of avid gardeners who look forward to another season of growing their own food in the warm inviting atmosphere of the largest, most northern greenhouse in Canada. It is situated 200 kilometres north of the Arctic Circle and 97 km south of the […] Read more
Versatile milk a nutritious addition to kitchen’s inventory
Milk, the source of all dairy products, is white because of the casein it contains. Casein is the protein found in cow’s milk, which is about 80 per cent protein. Fat-reduced milk is considered a low calorie source of quality protein. One glass of milk provides 30 per cent of our daily calcium, a nutrient […] Read more
The 1990s saw end of The Western Producer’s Ducie era
For 60 years the Ducie sisters contributed significantly to the women’s section of The Western Producer. Rose and Emmie were raised, along with their brother, Harold, on a farm northeast of Dundurn, Sask. They were strongly influenced by their feminist mother, Emma Ducie, who participated in volunteer work, took an interest in politics and was […] Read more
