Cheesy Cauli-Gratin

Creamy and savoury, this gratin will have even the pickiest eater begging for more! Serve it as a side, or as a main alongside your favourite salad or some warm crusty bread to soak up that rich delicious sauce. This recipe can be made in advance and re-heated before serving. Try pairing this recipe with a full-bodied chardonnay, such as the Freemark Abbey Chardonnay from the Napa Valley.
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Ingredients

Serves 6-8 as a side
1 large head cauliflower, cut into 2-in (5 cm) florets, washed and drained
½ cup (125 ml) butter, divided
⅓ cup (80 ml) all-purpose flour
2½ cups (625 ml) warm milk, divided
½ tsp (2.5 ml) white pepper
¼ tsp (1 ml) ground nutmeg
⅛ tsp (a pinch) cayenne pepper
2 cups (500 ml) Gruyère, divided
salt, to taste
⅓ cup (80 ml) bread crumbs
2 tbsp (30 ml) chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Place cauliflower in a large heatproof, microwave‑safe bowl. Cover with a heatproof plate and cook in microwave on high for 5 minutes. Set aside.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt ¼ cup (60 ml) butter over medium heat. Using a whisk, add flour and mix to form a smooth roux. Cook for about 2 minutes, whisking constantly.
  3. Carefully add 1 cup (250 ml) milk and stir vigorously to blend well. Add remaining 1½ cups (375 ml) milk and continue whisking until sauce is smooth.
  4. Stir in white pepper, nutmeg, cayenne and 1 cup (250 ml) Gruyère. Stir until smooth and cheese has melted. Remove from heat. Season with salt.
  5. Pour one-third of cheese sauce in a heatproof casserole dish. Spread cauliflower evenly over sauce. Pour remaining sauce over cauliflower. This can be made a day in advance and refrigerated until ready to use. Bring to room temperature before baking.
  6. Preheat oven to 375 F (190 C).
  7. In a small skillet, melt remaining ¼ cup (60 ml) butter over medium heat and add bread crumbs. Toast for 1 minute and remove from heat. Transfer to plate to cool.
  8. Spread remaining 1 cup (250 ml) Gruyère evenly over cauliflower. Top with toasted bread crumbs and bake for 20 to 30 minutes, or until cheese on surface has melted and bread crumbs look golden brown. Allow to rest for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley.
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Shiitake Fried Rice

A quick and easy weekday meal, perfect for when you’re short on time. Any type of mushrooms can be used, but the shiitakes really add a meaty rich flavour. Enjoy as a side dish or on it’s own. Add protein as you see fit. Goes well with a fried egg on top!
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Ingredients

Serves 4
2 tbsp (30 ml) light soy sauce
1 tbsp (15 ml) dark soy sauce
1 tbsp (15 ml) oyster sauce
1 tsp (5 ml) fish sauce
1 tsp (5 ml) sesame oil
1 tbsp (15 ml) butter
3 tbsp (45 ml) vegetable oil, divided
3 cups (750 ml) shiitake mushrooms, stems removed, thinly sliced
1 cup (250 ml) king oyster mushrooms, thinly sliced
1 pinch salt, plus more to taste
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
3 green onions, cut in 1-in (2.5 cm) pieces, plus more sliced for garnish
4 cups (1 L) cooked rice
4 eggs

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix soy sauces, oyster sauce, fish sauce and sesame oil. Set aside.
  2. Heat butter and 1 tbsp (15 ml) vegetable oil over medium-high heat in a large frying pan or wok. Add mushrooms and season with salt. Stir-fry until softened and golden brown. Move mushrooms to one side and add 1 tbsp (15 ml) oil with garlic and green onions. Stir-fry 30 seconds.
  3. Add rice and toss with all ingredients. Spread to cover bottom and let sit for 1 minute. Add sauces and toss to thoroughly mix. Fry, tossing or stirring occasionally, for another 2 to 3 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Transfer to 4 bowls.
  4. In a frying pan over medium-high heat, fry eggs sunny side up with the remaining 1 tbsp (15 ml) oil. If you used a frying pan previously, you can use the same pan. Top each bowl of rice with a fried egg and sliced green onions.
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Beef Tenderloin with Mushroom Sauce

You can’t get anymore classic than this dish. A perfectly roasted tenderloin with creamy mushrooms flavoured with grainy mustard, sherry, and thyme. Seasoning the roast overnight will let the salt penetrate as well as help to dry out the meat, ensuring you get a nicely flavoured crust. Serve at home for a classic dinner with family or friends.
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Ingredients

Serves 4
1 × 2 lbs (900 g) centre cut beef tenderloin roast, trimmed and tied
2 tbsp (30 ml) kosher salt
2 tsp (10 ml) coarsely ground black pepper
2 tsp (10 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
¼ cup (60 ml) butter, divided
2 cloves garlic, crushed
3 sprigs thyme, plus more for garnish
2 cups (500 ml) button mushrooms, halved
2 shallots, finely chopped
3 tbsp (45 ml) sherry
1 tsp (5 ml) red wine vinegar
2 tbsp (30 ml) grainy mustard
1 bay leaf
1 cup (250 ml) whipping cream
fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Dry tenderloin well with paper towel. Season with 2 tbsp (30 ml) salt and 2 tsp (10 ml) pepper. Let sit in refrigerator uncovered overnight.
  2. When ready to cook, remove from refrigerator and let sit at room temperature for 1 hour.
  3. Preheat oven to 300 F (150 C). Roast tenderloin on a wire rack for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until meat reaches 120 F (49 C) in the centre. Remove from oven.
  4. Heat a large frying pan over high heat. Add olive oil, 2 tbsp (30 ml) butter, garlic and thyme. Quickly sear tenderloin on all sides, basting with melted butter as it is cooking, until all sides have browned, 5 to 8 minutes. Remove from pan to rest and turn heat to medium.
  5. Add remaining 2 tbsp (30 ml) butter and mushrooms. Sauté for 4 to 5 minutes. Add shallots and cook another 5 minutes.
  6. Deglaze with sherry and red wine vinegar. Add mustard, bay leaf and cream and simmer for 5 minutes, or until cream reaches a sauce-like consistency. Remove thyme stems and bay leaf.
  7. Remove twine from roast and cut into 4 to 6 slices. Pour mushroom sauce on a platter and lay beef on top. Garnish with parsley and thyme leaves.
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Spinach, Pumpkin & Bacon-Stuffed Portobellos

Indulge in a culinary dream with these creamy stuffed portobellos. Brimming with richness, be sure to make extra filling to have as a quick weeknight dinner or transform them into a delightful appetizer by using button mushrooms. Their versatility makes them great for entertaining this autumn.
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Ingredients

Serves 4
2 cups (500 ml) fresh pumpkin, peeled and cut into 2-in (5 cm) chunks
4 portobello mushrooms, stems and gills removed and discarded
2 tsp (10 ml) salt, divided, plus more to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 tbsp (15 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
4 rashers bacon, roughly chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 cup (250 ml) frozen spinach, defrosted and drained
1 cup (250 ml) cream cheese, room temperature
½ cup (125 ml) sour cream
1 cup (250 ml) shredded cheddar, divided
1 cup (250 ml) bread crumbs
¼ cup (60 ml) butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 F (190 C). Steam pumpkin for 10 to 15 minutes or until just tender. Set aside to cool.
  2. Place mushrooms on baking sheet, gill-side up. Season with 1 tsp (5 ml) salt and pepper to taste, and brush with olive oil. Bake for 10 minutes, remove from oven and set aside.
  3. In a medium sauté pan, render bacon until crisp. Remove bacon and sauté onion and garlic until soft.
  4. In a medium bowl, mix bacon, onion, garlic, spinach, cream cheese, sour cream, ½ cup (125 ml) cheddar and remaining salt. Once mixed, gently fold in pumpkin and check seasoning.
  5. Top mushrooms equally with pumpkin filling. In a small bowl, mix remaining ½ cup (125 ml) cheddar, bread crumbs and butter. Top filled mushrooms with bread crumb mixture.
  6. Bake mushrooms for 20 to 25 minutes, or until hot all the way through and golden brown. Serve with side salad.
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Mushroom & Tofu Soba Soup

This fall, find comfort in a steaming bowl of Mushroom and Tofu Soba Soup to keep warm on those chilly autumn evening. With a symphony of flavours and textures, indulge in the irresistible miso-roasted mushrooms. Beware of their addictive nature, it is recommended to make extra as they tend to disappear fast at home!
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Ingredients

Serves 4
2 tbsp (30 ml) miso paste
2 tbsp (30 ml) vegetable oil, plus more for deep-frying
2 cups (500 ml) shiitake mushrooms, stems removed and set aside
2 cups (500 ml) oyster mushrooms
8 cups (2 L) water
2 tbsp (30 ml) mushroom bouillon paste or 2 mushroom bouillon cubes
2 tbsp (30 ml) soy sauce
2 thin slices ginger
2 cloves garlic, crushed
6 green onions, divided
1 × 7 oz (200 g) package enoki mushrooms, roots trimmed and discarded
1 × 5 oz (140 g) package shimeji mushrooms, roots trimmed and discarded
1 × 12 oz (340 g) package firm tofu, cut in 1-in (2.5 cm) cubes and patted dry
1 tsp (5 ml) salt, plus more to taste
¼ cup (60 ml) cornstarch
1 × 12 oz (340 g) package soba noodles, cooked according to package instructions, rinsed with cold water and tossed with 1 tbsp (15 ml) vegetable oil
8 pieces baby bok choy, blanched and halved
2 cups (500 ml) snow peas, blanched and halved

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 F (190 C).
  2. In a medium bowl, mix miso paste with 2 tbsp (30 ml) vegetable oil. Add shiitake and oyster mushrooms and toss to coat. Transfer to a baking sheet and roast for 10 to 15 minutes, until cooked through and golden brown, turning once halfway through. Set aside.
  3. In a medium saucepan, bring water, shiitake stems, mushroom bouillon, soy sauce, ginger, garlic and 2 green onions (whole, to make the broth) to a boil over high heat. Turn heat to low and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove and discard ginger, garlic and green onions. Check seasoning and adjust if needed. Add enoki and shimeji mushrooms and simmer for 5 minutes or until cooked through. Keep warm.
  4. Thinly slice remaining 4 green onions.
  5. In a medium saucepan, add 3-in (7.5 cm) oil. Over medium heat, bring oil temperature to 375 F (190 C). Meanwhile, toss tofu with salt and cornstarch. Dust off and discard excess cornstarch. Fry tofu in oil until golden brown, turning occasionally, about 5 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towel.
  6. Divide all ingredients between 4 bowls.
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Charred Sweet Potato Salad with Lemon Yogurt & Pistachio Mint Pesto

This take on a seasonal potato salad eats more like a meal then a side dish. The pistachio mint pesto is a great condiment that can easily be used in other ways, such as stirred into vinaigrettes, spread on a sandwich, or stirred into some hummus for a great crudité dip. Enjoy this season alongside a fall inspired dinner.
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Ingredients

Serves 6
4 medium sweet potatoes, sliced into ½-in (1.25 cm) thick rounds
¼ cup (60 ml) olive oil
1 tsp (5 ml) ground cumin
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Lemon Yogurt Spread, make ahead, recipe follows
1½ cups (375 ml) packed frisée greens
Pistachio Mint Pesto, make ahead, recipe follows
¼ cup (60 ml) shelled unsalted pistachios, toasted
Parmesan, thinly sliced or crumbled, for garnish
mint leaves, for garnish
LEMON YOGURT SPREAD
1 cup (250 ml) Greek yogurt
1 lemon, zest and juice
1 tsp (5 ml) kosher salt
PISTACHIO MINT PESTO
⅓ cup (80 ml) olive oil
¾ cup (180 ml) shelled unsalted pistachios
1 jalapeño, stemmed, seeded and roughly chopped
¾ cup (180 ml) fresh mint leaves
½ cup (125 ml) fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tbsp (15 ml) liquid clover honey
1 lime, zest and juice
1 orange, zest and juice
kosher salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Place a rimmed baking sheet in cold oven and preheat to 450 F (230 C).
  2. In a large bowl, toss sweet potato slices, olive oil, ground cumin and a good pinch each salt and pepper. Tumble sweet potatoes onto hot baking sheet in a single layer and roast, flipping halfway through, until tender and light golden brown, about 30 minutes.
  3. Remove baking sheet from oven and preheat broiler.
  4. Broil sweet potatoes, watching carefully and turning baking sheet as needed, until lightly charred, about 3 minutes.
  5. To serve, spread Lemon Yogurt Spread over bottom of a large serving platter. Top with warm charred sweet potatoes and a scattering of frisée. Drizzle with pesto and sprinkle with toasted pistachios. Garnish with Parmesan and mint leaves, as desired. Enjoy while sweet potatoes are warm or at room temperature.
  6. LEMON YOGURT SPREAD
  7. . In a small bowl, whisk together yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice and salt. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  8. Makes about 1 cup (250 ml)
  9. PISTACHIO MINT PESTO
  10. In a small saucepan, heat oil gently over medium-low heat. Add pistachios and jalapeño and cook, stirring often, until pistachios are toasted and jalapeño is fragrant, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and set aside to cool for 10 minutes.
  11. Add cooled mixture to a food processor fitted with a steel blade attachment. Add mint, parsley, garlic, honey, lime zest, lime juice, orange zest and orange juice. Pulse until a coarse pesto forms, scraping down sides of food processor bowl as needed with a rubber spatula. If mixture is too thick, thin with water, a tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is achieved. Season with salt to taste.
  12. Makes about 1 cup (250 ml)
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Roasted Cauliflower Salad with Tahini Honey Mustard Dressing

A salad recipe rich with textures and delightful flavours. This dish will transport you to the enchanting world of Moorish cuisine. Enhance your dining experience by pairing this salad with broiled fish, braised chicken or lamb at your next dinner gathering.
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Ingredients

Serves 6
1 large head cauliflower, trimmed and cut into bite-sized florets
1 × 19 oz (540 ml) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 small red onion, sliced into ¼-in (0.6 cm) wedges
3 tbsp (45 ml) grapeseed oil
2 tsp (10 ml) smoked paprika
1 tsp (5 ml) ground cumin
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ tsp (2.5 ml) ground turmeric
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
3 cups (750 ml) packed baby spinach
3 cups (750 ml) packed baby kale
Tahini Honey Mustard Dressing, make ahead, recipe follows
1 small pomegranate, seeds only
TAHINI HONEY MUSTARD DRESSING
3 tbsp (45 ml) tahini
¼ cup (60 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
2 tbsp (30 ml) lemon juice
3 tbsp (45 ml) liquid clover honey
2 tbsp (30 ml) Dijon mustard
2 tbsp (30 ml) unseasoned rice vinegar
kosher salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425 F (220 C).
  2. On a large rimmed baking sheet, toss cauliflower florets, chickpeas, onion wedges, grapeseed oil, paprika, cumin, garlic, turmeric and a generous pinch each salt and pepper. Spread into an even layer before roasting, tossing once or twice, until cauliflower is tender and lightly charred, about 20 to 25 minutes.
  3. In a large salad bowl, toss spinach and kale with about 2 tbsp (30 ml) Tahini Honey Mustard Dressing. Make a bed of dressed salad greens on a large platter and top with warm cauliflower, chickpeas and onions. Drizzle with additional dressing and garnish with pomegranate seeds. Enjoy.
  4. TAHINI HONEY MUSTARD DRESSING
  5. . In a medium bowl, whisk tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard and rice vinegar until emulsified. Thin if desired with 1 to 2 tbsp (15 to 30 ml) water. Taste and season with salt. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use.
  6. Makes about ¾ cup (180 ml)
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Pickled Apple & Fennel Salad with Soppressata & Hazelnuts

This salad promises to captivate your palate, with the introduction of pickled apples to leave you with a remarkable blend of tanginess and sweetness. Introduce these pickled apples to a  charcuterie platter or with your favourite stewed dishes.
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Ingredients

Serves 4
½ cup (125 ml) skinned hazelnuts
2 tbsp (30 ml) maple syrup
1 pinch salt
8 slices hot soppressata
1 large fennel bulb with fronds
3 cups (750 ml) baby arugula
Creamy Mustard Vinaigrette, make ahead, recipe follows
Pickled Apples, make ahead, recipe follows
4 oz (110 g) feta, crumbled
CREAMY MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp (15 ml) Dijon mustard
2 tbsp (30 ml) white wine vinegar
2 tbsp (30 ml) unseasoned rice vinegar
2 tbsp (30 ml) liquid clover honey
¼ cup (60 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
PICKLED APPLES
1 cup (250 ml) water
½ cup (125 ml) apple cider vinegar
½ cup (125 ml) granulated sugar
1-in (2.5 cm) piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced
½ tsp (2.5 ml) kosher salt
1 clove
1 star anise pod
2 Pink Lady apples, cored, quartered lengthwise

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 F (190 C).
  2. While oven preheats, place hazelnuts in a small frying pan and toast over medium heat, tossing often until warm, about 3 minutes. Drizzle maple syrup over hazelnuts and stir constantly with a heatproof spatula until syrup has thickened and coated hazelnuts, about 1 minute. Remove frying pan from heat and season hazelnuts with a pinch of salt before transferring to a parchment-lined plate to cool to room temperature.
  3. Place soppressata in a single layer on parchment-lined baking sheet and bake until crispy, about 7 to 10 minutes. Break into large pieces, set aside and let cool to room temperature.
  4. When ready to assemble salad, separate stalks and fronds from fennel bulb. Reserve fronds. Chop stalks very thinly and add to a large serving bowl. Using a mandoline or sharp knife, very thinly slice fennel into long strips and add to bowl along with chopped fennel stalks. Add baby arugula, drizzle arugula and fennel with about 3 tbsp (45 ml) dressing and toss to lightly coat. Sprinkle with drained Pickled Apples, hazelnuts, soppressata pieces and feta. Drizzle or serve with more dressing alongside, if desired. Enjoy.
  5. CREAMY MUSTARD VINAIGRETTE
  6. Whisk minced garlic, Dijon mustard, vinegars, honey, olive oil and a good pinch each salt and pepper in a medium bowl until emulsified. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use.
  7. Makes about ¾ cup (180 ml)
  8. PICKLED APPLES
  9. In a small saucepan over medium heat, stir together water, vinegar and sugar until sugar dissolves. Simmer without stirring for 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Add ginger, salt, clove and star anise.
  10. Quarter apple pieces and arrange in a clean 4 cup (1 L) lidded glass jar or heatproof airtight container. Pour hot pickling liquid over apples. If needed, place a folded piece of parchment paper on top to keep apples submerged in pickling liquid. Let pickling mixture cool completely at room temperature. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour and up to 3 days.
  11. Makes about 4 cups (1 L)
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Upside-Down Beet Tart with Oranges & Greens

Taking inspiration from the viral TikTok trend, these tarts only look fancy. Using ready to roll puff pastry and store-bought steamed beets this recipe comes together in a snap and is perfect any time of the day. Once you master the upside-down tart technique, experiment with other seasonal fillings for a whole new taste profile. Great as an appetizer or as a meal itself.
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Ingredients

Serves 6
1 large egg
1 tbsp (15 ml) water
1 × 14 oz (398 g) package puff pastry
¼ cup (60 ml) liquid clover honey
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1½ tsp (7.5 ml) fresh thyme leaves
1 × 8 oz (225 g) package ready-steamed beets, drained and patted dry with paper towel
2 tsp (10 ml) finely grated orange zest
1 × 10 oz (300 g) wheel brie
2 oranges, zest and fruit
3 to 4 cups (750 ml to 1 L) mixed greens
1 tbsp (15 ml) good-quality extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling if desired

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 F (200 C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together egg and water to create an egg wash. Set aside.
  3. On a floured work surface, roll out puff pastry to a rectangle roughly 3½ × 5½-in (9 × 14 cm). Cut into 6 rectangles (don’t worry if they’re not perfect).
  4. Using prepared baking sheet, drizzle honey on parchment paper in 6 dots and spread with the back of a spoon into a rectangle a little smaller than puff pastry. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and thyme leaves.
  5. Thinly slice beets and shingle over honey, taking care to place beets so they will be covered by the puff pastry rectangles. Sprinkle orange zest over beets. Slice brie and place a couple slices on each beet pile. Place a rectangle of puff pastry on top of each beet pile and let edges of puff pastry rest on parchment paper. Either press edges of puff pastry onto parchment paper or crimp with tines of a fork to gently seal edges.
  6. Brush tops of puff pastry with egg wash and bake until deep golden brown and puffed, 15 to 20 minutes. Let tarts sit on baking sheet for 10 minutes.
  7. Meanwhile, using a knife, cut away pith from each orange. Segment oranges between white membranes and place segments into a large bowl. Drizzle any additional orange juice into bowl as well. Add mixed greens, a good pinch of salt and 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil. Toss gently to combine.
  8. Using a thin spatula, gently lift tarts off baking sheet, turn over and place on serving plates. Serve with orange segments and greens. Drizzle with extra olive oil if desired and enjoy.
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Pear & Radicchio Salad with Cranberry Dressing

This aesthetic salad is the perfect addition to any meal this autumn. Featuring a cranberry dressing, that offers a harmonious blend of fruity and zest. It will not only elevate this salad but leave you with surplus to be enjoyed on top your next salad adventure.
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Ingredients

Serves 4-6
2 medium heads radicchio
2 Bosc pears, cored and sliced into thin wedges
4 or 5 radishes, thinly sliced into rounds
1 cup (250 ml) packed mixed baby greens
Cranberry Dressing, make ahead, recipe follows
Herb-Crusted Cheese Balls, make ahead, recipe follows
¼ cup (60 ml) pine nuts, toasted
CRANBERRY DRESSING
3 tbsp (45 ml) dried cranberries
3 tbsp (45 ml) freshly boiled water
1 tbsp (15 ml) liquid clover honey
2 tbsp (30 ml) red wine vinegar
1 tsp (5 ml) Dijon mustard
2 tbsp (30 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
kosher salt and ground white pepper, to taste
HERB-CRUSTED CHEESE BALLS
8 oz (227 g) ricotta cheese
2 tbsp (30 ml) cream cheese, room temperature
3 tbsp (45 ml) finely grated Parmesan
4 oz (113 g) blue cheese, crumbled
3 tbsp (45 ml) bread crumbs, plus extra if needed
1 tsp (5 ml) pink peppercorns, roughly crushed
1 cup (250 ml) flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Remove any wilted outer leaves from radicchio before roughly chopping or tearing leaves into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large serving bowl along with pears, radishes and greens. Drizzle with about 3 tbsp (45 ml) dressing and toss to combine. Drizzle with more dressing if desired, then garnish with cheese balls and toasted pine nuts.
  2. CRANBERRY DRESSING
  3. In a blender, add cranberries, boiled water, honey, vinegar, mustard and olive oil. Let sit for 5 minutes, allowing cranberries to soften slightly. Blend, stopping occasionally to scrape down sides of blender, until dressing is smooth and pink, about 3 minutes. If dressing is too thick, thin with 1 to 2 tbsp (15 to 30 ml) water. Season to taste with salt and white pepper, blending again to incorporate. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use.
  4. Makes about ½ cup (125 ml)
  5. HERB-CRUSTED CHEESE BALLS
  6. In a medium bowl with a wooden spoon, stir together ricotta and cream cheese until well combined. Add Parmesan, blue cheese and bread crumbs. The mixture should hold its shape, so add more bread crumbs if it seems too soft.
  7. In a small bowl, stir together pink peppercorns and chopped parsley.
  8. Roll tablespoons of cheese mixture into balls and then roll each ball in parsley mixture to coat. Transfer cheese balls to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use.
  9. Makes 20 cheese balls
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