Soups, regardless of the season, are enhanced by a few savoury, crunchy croutons. These are the perfect topping for Thanksgiving or Christmas soups, but are enjoyable any time of the year to perk up a meal. Preheat oven to 250˚F. Take 4 slices of thick-cut bread, and lightly butter both sides. Sprinkle the tops of…
Remarkably rich, very flavourful, and healthy too! 2 bulbs garlic, roasted (see below for roasting instructions) In large soup pot, sauté until tender: 2 tbsp olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped Add and heat through: ½ tsp Herbes de Provence Herb Blend ¼ tsp salt ⅛ tsp ground black or white pepper ⅛ tsp paprika ⅛…
A creamy, thick soup that is surprisingly low in fat. Serve with crusty bread for a hearty lunch, or as a starter to autumn and holiday meals. Freezes and re-heats well. In large soup pot, add: 1 large butternut squash, peeled and diced 2 medium onions, chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped ¾ tsp salt ½…
Easy to prepare, delightful to serve, delicious to savour! Lightly butter an 8” x 11” ovenproof pan and set aside. Clean and de-stem 1/2 pound of medium-sized white mushrooms and set in prepared pan. In a blender, add the following and blend until smooth: 100 grams (about 2/3 cup) crab meat 2 tbsp crumbled feta…
Need something colourful, quick and savoury on the table? These tomatoes take only minutes to prepare! Drizzle olive oil on broiler-proof dish. Preheat broiler. Slice ripe tomatoes about 1/4 inch thick and lay on oiled dish. Sprinkle tomatoes with: Herb Blend mix of choice – Herbes de Provence, Hiller, or Fines Herbes; pinch of salt and pepper; fresh…
White Sauce, also known as Béchamel Sauce (which is traditionally used on top of the Greek dish, moussaka), is often used as a base for other sauces. Our version of this French cuisine sauce, using our herb blend, Fines Herbes, offers a mild and lower-fat version of many sauces. You will find this sauce a…
Wonderful served with grilled salmon, chicken, pork or with egg or potato dishes. In medium sized saucepan, simmer, stirring occasionally, the following until liquid has evaporated, about 1 hour: 2-3 large tomatoes, de-seeded and diced 1 tbsp canola oil ½ large sweet onion (Vidalia) ½ cup packed brown sugar ½ cup Herb Infused Cider Vinegar, such…
Dressing: Put the following in a small saucepan: ½ cup Hillier Herbs Infused Apple Cider Vinegar ½ brown sugar, packed 1 tsp sea salt ½ tsp ground black pepper 3 tbsp canola oil Heat until sugar is dissolved, set aside and cool. If not using right away, refrigerate. Slaw: 3 cups shredded green cabbage Small handful…
In shallow dish, marinate 8 oz beef in 1 tbsp Rosemary Infused Apple Cider Vinegar, turning once, for 25 minutes. Discard marinade and slice beef into ¼ inch thick pieces. In frying pan, add: 2 tbsp Rosemary Infused Apple Cider Vinegar 2 tsp brown sugar, packed ⅓ cup beef broth or bouillon Bring to simmer, add beef…
An easy recipe, using just two pots and taking about an hour to prepare and cook. Assemble your ingredients, and begin to create a flavourful and impressive dish. Prepare the following and set aside in large bowl: 5 boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into large pieces, browned on both sides in a little olive oil…
