Spring Orzo Risotto with Goat Cheese

A true risotto is generally quite time consuming to make. You have to slowly cook risotto rice (arborio generally) while slowing adding liquids such as a vegetable stock until the rice releases its starch and a nice creamy “sauce” is created naturally. Although, the outcome is always delicious, this process often takes 20 to 30 minutes of constant stirring and attention. And who has that kind of time!? *hah* Especially when the weather is nice!  Today, while looking through some spring inspired recipes, I stumbled upon an orzo risotto. I was intrigued! The recipe promised to be quick and easy;…

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Fresh Asparagus and Parmesan Soup

Fresh local asparagus has started to arrive in the markets; a sure sign it’s finally spring! I was thrilled to get some organic asparagus this week, as I had a craving for this delicious asparagus soup. It’s really nice and light. I love how this simple soup showcases the wonderful flavour of asparagus. Perfect to celebrate the spring season. This soup has become a family favourite. And I think it will become a family favourite for you & yours too. :) Speaking of fresh local vegetables, our city farmer’s market opens next weekend! I cannot wait to go get some…

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Spring Potato Salad with Dill

This past Friday, I was out late sitting on a patio with some good friends enjoying a fantastic warm spring evening. We started talking about our summer plans and how we need to get together soon and have a fantastic BBQ to kick off the summer season. It was a really long winter here on the prairies, and now that it is fairly warm out…some celebrating is due! All the talk of BBQs got me wondering…what would I bring to the BBQ celebration? After much thought, I decided upon my favourite potato salad; a recipe from my mom. She brought…

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