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Article content Salads can be so much more than a pile of lettuce with some dressing. With the right combination of ingredients, a salad can be a quick, seasonal meal full of flavour, colour, and texture. Cool cucumber and juicy watermelon contrast with the salty and briny flavours of feta and olives in our Mediterranean Watermelon Salad with Feta. Combined with fresh basil and mint, then drizzled with a simple balsamic vinaigrette, this salad will tantalize your taste buds. We apologize, but t...

There's a growing partnership over at the ATCO Park Garden with the Calgary Horticultural Society, and Calgarians looking for some fresh tasty meals are reaping the benefits.

As with many grocery items, beef has gone up in price in recent years. With the right ingredients and cooking techniques, however, you can still create an…

Article content No yeast? No problem! Enjoy freshly baked bread in your own home with these quick breads using baking powder and/or soda as leaveners. Fresh rosemary and freshly ground black pepper make the perfect pair in our Rosemary and Pepper Soda Bread. Serve alongside a hearty soup or stew, or on their own slathered with butter. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser. ATCO Blue Flame Kitchen: Yeast-Free Breads Back to video Wake up to our Morning Gl...

Article content Grilling is often associated with “heavier” dishes, like ribs and steak. Keep things light with these delicious recipes: Halibut is a meatier fish that can withstand grilling. Our Garlic and Pepper Grilled Halibut is seasoned with a simple and flavourful marinade of garlic, lime juice, mustard, and red pepper flakes. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser. ATCO BLue Flame Kitchen: Light(en)ing up the grill Back to video Our Grilled Ant...

Article content Known more commonly as legumes, pulses are the edible seeds of plants in the legume family. These include peas, beans, lentils, and chickpeas. Pulses are an economical source of protein, fibre, and other nutrients. Here are some of our favourite ways to enjoy these tiny nutrition powerhouses. Edamame, or green soybeans, can often be found in the frozen aisle of the grocery store. Shelled edamame can be easily added to recipes for a boost of colour and nutrition, like in our Orzo...

Article content Make-ahead meals can be game-changers for busy people. Spending some extra time to prepare food ahead means that at least one thing is checked off your to-do list on those days when everything seems to be happening all at once. Meatloaf is classic comfort food, and our Diner Meatloaf is a definite crowd-pleaser. Chock full of colourful vegetables and topped with a hearty Oven Roasted Tomato Sauce, you can assemble the meatloaf earlier in the day, then bake just before eating. Yo...

Article content Looking for some quick weeknight meals? Try these recipes made from pantry staples: Take your mac and cheese up a notch with our Curried Pasta and Cheese, topped with Curried Bread Crumbs. Experiment with different curry powders to find your favourite flavour. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser. ATCO Blue Flame Kitchen: Easy family friendly meals Back to video Our Tex-Mex inspired Tortilla Bean Bake is a crowd-pleaser. Mixed beans are ...

Article content As much as we like to rely on tried-and-true dishes for taste and conveniences, sometimes it can be tiresome eating the same meals over and over. Here are a few unique dishes to try, and perhaps add to your regular rotation: Carbonnade a la Flamande is a Flemish beef and beer stew. Our recipe features morsels of beef chuck steak simmered in a mixture of broth, stout and brandy. Serve this hearty stew over potatoes, noodles, or rice and with a side of crusty bread. We apologize, ...

Article content The bright, tangy flavours of citrus can be a welcome addition to many desserts. Here are some of our favourite ways to add a splash of summer to some European treats: Our Baked Citrus Compote with Zabaglione is a two-part dessert: First, orange and grapefruit segments are baked with butter and brown sugar, then topped with crunchy sliced almonds. Next, the decadent compote is layered on Zabaglione, a rich, light and frothy custard flavoured with Marsala. Together, the creamy cu...