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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

June 9, 2022

Superfoods – They Really are Worthy of this Distinction
Superfoods – They Really are Worthy of this Distinction

What is all the fuss? Although the definition of a superfood; “a nutrient-rich food considered to be especially beneficial for health and well-being” is

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

January 17, 2021

Summer Smoked Spanish Paprika Dressing
Summer Smoked Spanish Paprika Dressing

Summer Smoked Spanish Paprika Dressing A quick and easy dressing with mouthwatering Spanish flavours to toss on a fresh green salad or spoon over charcoal

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

September 10, 2020

Butter Bean Soup
Butter Bean Soup

Butter Bean Soup An easy and spectacular transformation of the protein-rich butter bean into a silken puree soup infused with the flavour of wild

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

April 7, 2019

Roasted Piquillo Soup Recipe
Roasted Piquillo Soup Recipe

Smoky pepper and tomato are the perfect flavour combination in this spicy soup. Warm up on a cold day or chill and serve cold.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

December 1, 2018

Bayou Grain Medley Paella Recipe
Bayou Grain Medley Paella Recipe

A delicious paella that fuses Spanish and Asian flavours. Made with a nutritious blend of Louisiana popcorn rice, split peas, and millet.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

June 5, 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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

March 21, 2017

Summer Spanish Paprika Dressing
Summer Spanish Paprika Dressing

Great dressings are all about great ingredients, and the star here is the legendary (and inexpensive) smoked Spanish Paprika.

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Yves Farges (QFG) [FARYVE]

August 9, 2016

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.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

June 12, 2015

Black Barley Beef Soup
Black Barley Beef Soup

A hearty and wholesome beef soup finished with a hint of balsamic vinegar. Ultrasperse 3 gives the soup an appealing velvety texture and sheen.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

March 3, 2015

Greek Chicken and Wild Rice Soup
Greek Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

Hearty and healthy all-natural comfort food. A Greek-inspired family recipe packed full of veggies and wild rice.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

December 5, 2014

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.

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Jodi MacKinnon (QFG) [MACJOD]

November 5, 2014

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