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Coconut Jade Rice Recipe
Coconut Jade Rice Recipe

A beautiful and aromatic combination of fresh coconut, Indian spices and Jade rice make this a special side dish.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

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April 2, 2017

Grano Risotto with Cremini Mushrooms and Watercress
Grano Risotto with Cremini Mushrooms and Watercress

There's lots of umami flavour in this risotto from the toasted grano, meaty cremini mushrooms and shaved parmesan.

ItalianMainappetizerentréegrainshealthy eatingrisotto

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

March 21, 2017

Zahtar Eggplant Farro Risotto
Zahtar Eggplant Farro Risotto

Nutty farro and Arabic spices make a beautiful flavour combination. Serve as a vegetarian main course or as a side dish with roast leg of lamb or grilled meat.

MainMiddle Easternentréegrainshealthy eatingnutsrisottovegetarian

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

March 21, 2017

Pesto Grano Risotto with Poached Egg
Pesto Grano Risotto with Poached Egg

Grano is an ancient grain from Southern Italy with a toasted wheat flavour and texture similar to barley. Cooked with pesto and topped with a poached egg.

ItalianMainbest olive oilgrainshealthy eatingnutsrisottovegetarian

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

March 21, 2017

Truffle Rosemary Sorghum Risotto
Truffle Rosemary Sorghum Risotto

Spring vegetables, sorghum and truffle oil make this a spectacular risotto. Sorghum is an excellent gluten-free substitute for Israeli couscous.

AmericanMainappetizergrainshealthy eatingrisottovegetarian

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

March 21, 2017

Porchetta and Asparagus Freekeh Risotto
Porchetta and Asparagus Freekeh Risotto

Freekeh has a firm, chewy texture and a distinctly earthy, nutty and slightly smoky flavour that's perfect in this risotto.

AmericanMainentréegrainshealthy eatingrisotto

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

March 21, 2017

Curry Caramelised Onion and Roast Tomato Farro Risotto
Curry Caramelised Onion and Roast Tomato Farro Risotto

Fragrant Indian spices pair perfectly with sweet caramelised onion and nutty farro. Delicious as a vegetarian main course or served with Tandoori chicken.

AmericanMaingrainshealthy eatingrisottovegetarian

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

March 21, 2017

Chestnut Stuffing
Chestnut Stuffing

Chestnuts give this stuffing a unique flavour that's perfect for roast chicken or turkey or baked in muffin tins for vegetarians.

AmericanMainmeatnutspoultrysidevegetarian

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

November 30, 2016

Grand Caesar Cocktail
Grand Caesar Cocktail

This perfectly spiced, small-batch caesar mix is guaranteed to up your brunch cocktail game. Load it with garnishes and turn it into the main course.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

April 15, 2016

Women & Cocktails: A Powerful Principle to Understand [Part 3]
Women & Cocktails: A Powerful Principle to Understand [Part 3]

My team asked that I write a post about women and cocktails, and I feel as if I have been handed a live grenade on a silver tray. Why you ask? There is

Tips for BartendersTips for Restaurantsbartendingcocktail series

Yves Farges (QFG) [FARYVE]

January 7, 2016

Cocktails: Ingredients meet Knowledge to Evoke Pleasure [Part 2]
Cocktails: Ingredients meet Knowledge to Evoke Pleasure [Part 2]

A meal cooked at home is quite different from a meal produced by a professional chef in a restaurant. This also holds true for cocktails as well. There is

Tips for BartendersTips for Restaurantsbartendingcocktail series

Yves Farges (QFG) [FARYVE]

December 29, 2015

Yoshi Togarashi Risotto
Yoshi Togarashi Risotto

The best of two worlds in a bowl. A creamy risotto with the Japanese flavours of ginger, seaweed, tangerine peel and black sesame seeds.

AmericanMainappetizerentréegrainshealthy eatingrisottoside

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

June 12, 2015

Yo-Crisp Chicken Wings
Yo-Crisp Chicken Wings

Homemade crisp, golden chicken wings faster than take-out and served with a favourite condiment.

AmericanMainappetizerentréepoultry

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

June 2, 2015

Zahtar and Sumac Crusted Flank Steak
Zahtar and Sumac Crusted Flank Steak

A middle-eastern inspired spice rub that's just as delicious on lamb or as a kebab seasoning.

MainMiddle Easternentréemeat

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

March 3, 2015

Applewood Smoked Cheddar Cauliflower Gratin
Applewood Smoked Cheddar Cauliflower Gratin

Smoked cheddar and Aleppo pepper are a winning combination in this cheese sauce for cauliflower. Ultrasperse makes the sauce extra creamy.

AmericanMaincheese molecular gastronomysidesmokedvegetablevegetarian

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

February 10, 2015

Quinoa Chia Veggie Burger
Quinoa Chia Veggie Burger

At last a veggie burger that doesn’t fall apart, and each patty is packed with a superfood combo of quinoa, lentils, and chia.

Arbequina olive oilMainVeganentréegrainshealthy eatingvegetarian

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

January 16, 2015

Quinoa and Three Bean Chili
Quinoa and Three Bean Chili

Nothing beats a pot of chili simmering on the stove. The complex mix of beans and grains makes a hearty and healthy protein-rich meal.

AmericanMainbeansbest olive oilentréegrainshealthy eating

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

November 5, 2014

Sesame Noodles
Sesame Noodles

An easy and flavourful side dish that's delicious served hot or cold with grilled pork tenderloin or shrimp.

AsianMainentréehealthy eatingsidevegetarian

Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

October 6, 2014

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