Healthy Recipes

We grow many things well on our farm, but sweet potatoes are not one of them—our growing season is too short. So instead, we rely on farmers in much warmer climates to do it for us. Nonetheless they are a nutritional powerhouse, and one of my favourite vegetables. Baking is my preferred way to cook them. We do grow lots of fragrant cilantro, and through life-cycle harvesting we enjoy its aromatic leaves, green coriander seeds, and lacy white flowers. The pesto brings together lots of citrusy cilantro leaves and bright balancing flavours in a tasty condiment ready to complete a deliciously baked sweet potato. — Michael Smith

A refined take on the beloved creamy green bean salad, this refreshing yet hearty plate will satisfy all your winter-day cravings.

Chef and writer Suzanne Barr marries Caribbean flavours with her personal history for a vibrant, vegetarian fall feast that focuses on provisions: starchy and nutritious root vegetables and fruits.

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Tossed with an herb vinaigrette and topped with crumbly feta, this no-fuss shrimp salad is simple and satisfying.