Recipezaar: British Columbian,Beginner Cook recipes

Turkey Wraps (from leftovers)

Mon, 09 Dec 2002 20:12:12 -0500

A great way to use up left over turkey or stuffing too, makes a great lunch. Or cut each rolled tortilla into slices and serve as an appetizer. -- posted by Derf

Bloody Mary Shrimp Cocktail

Mon, 09 Dec 2002 21:35:21 -0500

A fun, pretty appetizer and delishious too!! 2 to 3 hour chill time. -- posted by Derf

Salmon Casserole

Wed, 11 Dec 2002 20:17:29 -0500

This recipe appeared in the "Arizona Republic" newspaper. -- posted by James Craig

Roasted Chicken with Blueberry Peppercorn Sauce

Thu, 19 Dec 2002 20:08:27 -0500

This is a fabulous dinner for when there is unexpected company and you have a deli close by! Of course, if you are an organized person, you never have unexpected company; and you have already roasted your own chicken. Either way, its a winner. -- posted by Barefoot Beachcomber

A Refreshing Salad to Usher In Summer!

Wed, 08 Jan 2003 20:17:00 -0500

Tried this great salad out from a cookbook I own. And I thought, hey I should share this great recipe with my 'zaar family. So here it is. Summer is coming for heaps of you...I think it will come in handy. -- posted by KitchenManiac

Wrap up Lunch

Tue, 28 Jan 2003 20:16:26 -0500

Entry for the Ready Set Cook #3 contest. This wrap makes a great take along lunch because there is no dressing to sog it up. The cumin Cream Cheese, sweetened with grated carrot is all the dressing needed. Wonderful crisp lunch! -- posted by Derf

Macaroni and Cheese With Roasted Veggies & Pork Sausage

Mon, 03 Feb 2003 20:08:40 -0500

Comfort food with a lot of taste! Entry for Ready Set Cook #3 contest. -- posted by Derf

Quick Penne Pasta With Chicken Tomato Sauce

Mon, 03 Feb 2003 20:09:03 -0500

A quick tasty supper, serve with crusty rolls and a green salad. For entry into Ready, Set, cook #3 contest. -- posted by Derf

Creamy Swiss Chard Pasta

Tue, 25 Mar 2003 20:07:09 -0500

Quick - easy - tasty From Lakeside Organic Gardens. -- posted by Derf

Easy Turkey Chili - Crock Pot

Mon, 14 Apr 2003 20:24:20 -0400

So easy and tasty, Throw it all together the night before, turn it on in the morning and come home to a wonderful aroma, serve with toast and a crisp green salad. -- posted by Derf

Roasted Sole Fillets

Mon, 21 Apr 2003 20:05:45 -0400

Easy and quick scrumptious cod or sole from Canadian Living Mag. -- posted by Derf

Sweet Spicy Turnips

Mon, 05 May 2003 20:02:50 -0400

Sweet oven fries!! Adapted from Cooking light (I have tried these with rutabega also, very good!) -- posted by Derf

Spanish Garlic Shrimp

Wed, 11 Jun 2003 20:06:48 -0400

Excellent paprika shrimp!! Nice over brown rice. It is from Woman's Day magazine. -- posted by Derf

Tuna Salsa Salad

Thu, 19 Jun 2003 20:09:46 -0400

NON FAT, VERY LOW IN CALORIES YET TOTALLY FLAVORFUL AND EASY TO MAKE. -- posted by Tyler Clarke

Ground Chicken Casserole

Wed, 30 Jul 2003 20:00:05 -0400

A good tasting, quick weeknight supper casserole. See variation. -- posted by Derf

Easy Poached Salmon With Dill

Mon, 06 Oct 2003 20:00:20 -0400

This is a simple recipe that tastes gourmet. Even your picky eaters will enjoy this one. Add more of the ingredients you love and omit any you don't enjoy or don't have on hand. This one is easy to prepare and hard to ruin. Great served with rice and veggies or salad **Extra fresh dill weed can be frozen in a plastic bag and keeps it's flavour beautifully.** -- posted by shannon0001

Tomato Lima Bean Soup

Mon, 06 Oct 2003 20:02:58 -0400

Add some garlic toast and you have a quick, lushious, hearty full meal. A wonderful "comfort" food soup by Canadian living mag. -- posted by Derf

Corn Flake Squares

Mon, 27 Oct 2003 20:00:14 -0500

This is the best. Family loves it and so will you. I think that 60 large marshmallows equal 6 cups mini marsh. -- posted by oopsmakes3

Dried Beef Cheese Ball 3

Wed, 10 Dec 2003 20:01:52 -0500

I had just made this for thanksgiving and my brother ate half of it LOL:) I love this and my family loves it too. I am looking foward to sharing this with you. Cook time includes chilling time. -- posted by Heather Beldin

Autumn Chocolates

Mon, 19 Jan 2004 20:00:16 -0500

I made chocolate dipped candied orange peels and with the leftover chocolate I made these drops. They are yummy and go well with autumn and winter celebrations. -- posted by Lottidawe

West Coast Salmon

Sat, 14 Feb 2004 19:59:03 -0500

This dish originated in Sointula, British Columbia, Canada. It is a quick, simple yet elegant and delicious dish. -- posted by Margi

Peppered Potato Salad

Tue, 23 Mar 2004 20:00:05 -0500

A tasty change, make it mild or hot. -- posted by Derf

Cottage Lunch Salad

Tue, 18 May 2004 20:00:58 -0400

Nice crisp lettuce leaves filled with no fat cottage cheese, spring onions, radish and celery, garnished with tomatoes, cucumber and radish and seasoned with dill. -- posted by Derf

Summer Veggie Pizza Buns

Thu, 19 Aug 2004 19:59:08 -0400

30 seconds under the broiler, to melt cheese, to finish off these crisp fresh summer veggie pizza buns, delicious quick lunch. -- posted by Derf

Burger Baked Penne With Spinach

Tue, 26 Oct 2004 20:00:11 -0400

Simple quick supper -- posted by Derf

Snack Pizza Spread

Tue, 02 Nov 2004 20:00:34 -0500

I used to make this recipes when my children were in school, it was a perfect afterschool snack, and I could sneak more veggies in too! Be creative, throw in leftover veggies, or add some frozen ones. -- posted by Leona L.

Baked Leek and Tomato

Tue, 21 Dec 2004 20:00:50 -0500

Nice zesty side dish with a little jalepino added. (I just happened to have yellow and orange tomatoes on hand, it's ok to use all red or all of any colour or any combination.) -- posted by Derf

Banana Bread

Sat, 30 Apr 2005 20:28:15 -0400

It is abolutely delicious! I came from a church cook book, but its great! -- posted by Soul_paradise

Blueberry Banana Muffins

Sat, 30 Apr 2005 20:28:16 -0400

It's great for a quick breakfast! -- posted by Soul_paradise

Tomato and Red Onion Salad

Mon, 30 May 2005 08:12:27 -0400

Cool summer Salad with fresh vine ripened tomatos and sweet red onion. Simple, quick and delicious. Very nice garnished with fresh basil strips. -- posted by Derf

Mom's Rhubarb Upside Down Cake

Sun, 26 Jun 2005 16:07:05 -0400

I have been carrying the recipe around with me on a faded piece of paper since 1988. I will never forget the day I baked this for my Papa's birthday. He never liked cakes or any desserts much and rarely bothered to even taste them, but much to my family's surprise he even asked for seconds of this one! What a proud and triumphant moment for a granddaughter who was still in elementary school :) I haven't made this in many years, but I do remember that it is very simple, moist and tasty! -- posted by Kydd

Langley Blackberry Muffins

Wed, 24 Aug 2005 17:31:36 -0400

I found this recipe in a magazine article. This is a great use for blackberries that grow in abundance where we live. We pick the wild blackberries and spread them on cookie sheets and put them in the freezer. When frozen, transfer the berries to freezer bags. This way we always have plenty of berries to make muffins year-round. -- posted by Oregano

Summer Breakfast Fruit Salad

Thu, 25 Aug 2005 14:33:58 -0400

Bits and pieces of fresh fruit in the fridge make a great refreshing breakfast in salad form; serve with toasted cheese loaf or muffins. -- posted by Derf

Coleslaw With Apples & Dried Cranberries

Tue, 27 Sep 2005 14:30:13 -0400

Very crisp and flavourful with the dried cranberries. Nice served over grilled sausage on a bun or with turkey, chicken or pork burgers. Easily doubled for a crowd.' (from Becel) -- posted by Derf

Patty Shells

Mon, 10 Oct 2005 18:00:04 -0400

Once is never enough. Add as many or as little vegetables, to your taste, or serve vegetables on the side. -- posted by Chef #007 in Vanocuver, BC, Canada

Zoo Sticks

Mon, 10 Oct 2005 18:00:13 -0400

Similar to the white spot originals. -- posted by Chef #007 in Vanocuver, BC, Canada

Mexican Appetizer

Tue, 11 Oct 2005 12:55:57 -0400

I love this recipe, it has so much flavour, and whenever I'm asked to bring an appi, I bring this one. It has tomatoes, green onions, cheese, and best of all it's a dip that you use with tostito chips. -- posted by Soul_paradise

Hamburger Snacks

Wed, 19 Oct 2005 14:48:04 -0400

just put these on the table and there never seems to be enough.graham and katie and logan can never seem to get enough. -- posted by smellykid

Lite Veggie Stir Fry

Wed, 09 Nov 2005 15:10:08 -0500

Not the usual stir fry, no thickened sauce, just the moisture from the veggies; a little oil and the great taste of the veggies. -- posted by Derf

Lighter Chicken Macaroni Casserole

Wed, 09 Nov 2005 17:19:31 -0500

A lighter version of a favourite -- posted by Derf

Best Ever BBQ Pork Bacon Burgers

Sat, 12 Nov 2005 03:57:30 -0500

Everyone in the family loves these and they are so easy to make! -- posted by Corilayn

Veggie Casserole

Sat, 12 Nov 2005 04:12:34 -0500

Great flavourfull mix. -- posted by Derf

Lite Braised Round Steak

Sat, 26 Nov 2005 12:03:43 -0500

Yummy, Lots of taste-- and low cal, low fat too! -- posted by Derf

Cod With Fennel, Mushrooms, Tomato & Dill

Mon, 28 Nov 2005 18:13:11 -0500

...and sprinkled with lemon, yummy! -- posted by Derf

Egg Salad Pita

Mon, 28 Nov 2005 20:10:09 -0500

Tasty crunchy lunch! This is DH's recipe, I have been off my feet for the past week and he "threw this together" for lunch one day, it's really good! I was only able to get photos of this meal, he spoiled me, made meals all week while I was down. (Time does not include boiling the eggs.) -- posted by Derf

Beefed-Up Roast Beef Sandwiches

Wed, 07 Dec 2005 21:26:36 -0500

I was getting bored of 'regular' roast beef sandwiches. I took things from a bunch of recipes and mixed it up a little. Easy to double-up this or size-down.I also use a pkg of Au Jus from Clubhouse for dipping. -- posted by Corilayn

Chocolate Chip Banana Cupcakes

Sat, 10 Dec 2005 05:30:36 -0500

Not quite sure where I got this recipe since it has been in my box for so long, but it's definately worth sharing. -- posted by Daehder

Crock Pot Whole Herbed Chicken

Thu, 29 Dec 2005 08:19:49 -0500

I just got mine for Xmas. I was DYING to use it but had to wait for the chicken to defrost. I ran out the next morning and got the veggies, just so I'd have them on hand. AMAZING!!! I'll NEVER cook with my oven again! INCREDIBLE CHICKEN!!! -- posted by Corilayn

Smoothiezzz

Tue, 21 Feb 2006 10:59:10 -0500

A yummy healthy smoothie. Freezing the ingredients before mixing makes it not so watery. You dont have to put in all the ingredients or that amount. You can play around with it to see what you like best. I just put them all there for ideas. -- posted by horsegalreba

Poached Haddock With Corn Relish

Mon, 27 Feb 2006 18:49:03 -0500

Delicate and lushious kicked up with a corn relish topper. -- posted by Derf

No Bake Cookies

Thu, 02 Mar 2006 17:57:26 -0500

I love this recipe, I have been making it since I was a kid. It is sooooo easy. -- posted by Shauna in BC

Skillet-Barbecued Chops or Chicken

Mon, 13 Mar 2006 17:12:06 -0500

I saw this recipe in a Canadian Living magazine many years ago and I cooked it that night for my friends. It was easy and they loved it so much I had to give them the recipe. You will find that using shoulder or butt chops will be economical and delicious. I haven't tried it with chicken but I'm sure I will like it. -- posted by Chef #229559

Bitter Orange Chicken

Tue, 14 Mar 2006 12:47:50 -0500

This recipe came from an 83year old woman that I work for. She can't remember where she got it but I'm sure glad that she wrote it down! I have also used this recipe with skinless chicken thighs. -- posted by Kimlynne

Breakfast Fried Rice

Thu, 16 Mar 2006 15:47:03 -0500

My cousin started this recipe when we were Tweens and I kept on making it when I moved away. Now I work as a cook and I have to make this everytime I work for co-workers and customers. -- posted by tasb

Pork Chop Rice Skillet

Thu, 16 Mar 2006 17:22:57 -0500

My mom use to make this all the time for us when i was a kid. The secret is hot sauce.You could also use chicken. -- posted by Bill Kellett

Very Simple Oven Fried Chicken -- Low Fat

Mon, 10 Apr 2006 20:51:35 -0400

About as simple as it gets!! with less calories. Good hot or cold, great for picnics. (I was surprized I couldn't find this already posted!) -- posted by Derf

Ham & Swiss Pinwheels

Mon, 17 Apr 2006 16:09:08 -0400

Dedicated to Pet"R"us, the idea come from her Sausage Pinwheels, a variation. Amazing what can be done with refrigerated crescent dinner rolls! Tasty appetizer and easy too. -- posted by Derf

Buttermilk Scalloped Potato & Onion With Swiss Cheese

Thu, 20 Apr 2006 15:38:27 -0400

Lovely crunchy top and soft juicy inside. -- posted by Derf

Simple Quick Breaky

Wed, 26 Apr 2006 17:37:57 -0400

Crunchy and yummy!! This is so simple but so good, I'm almost ashamed to post it!! -- posted by Derf

Haddock Steamed With Veggies

Mon, 01 May 2006 13:40:49 -0400

Tasty, healthy way to cook haddock or any white fish. Serve with crusty rolls or over rice. -- posted by Derf

Nanaimo Bar Cookies

Thu, 15 Jun 2006 21:59:25 -0400

Named after the city of Nanaimo in British Columbia. Cooking time is time to chill. Posted for ZWT II '06 -- posted by Cynna

Half-Hour Pudding Cake (Montreal Pudding)

Sat, 17 Jun 2006 07:59:17 -0400

This sounds so yummy! During the baking the batter rises to the top and a pudding like sauce forms underneath the crust. There is also a lemon version. Recipe courtesy of Allrecipes. Posted for Zaar World Tour II. -- posted by Stacky5

Jamaica Mistake Pasta Salad

Mon, 19 Jun 2006 12:13:08 -0400

A friend of mine who used to work for the airlines gave me this recipe and my husband loves it! You will too! -- posted by Michellew

Cretons (Groton) Version II

Mon, 19 Jun 2006 18:33:21 -0400

French Canadian Breakfast spread. Usually served in restaurants at breakfast. I asked for this recipe on another site. The person who makes it, and posted it, is from Washington state, and this version appears to be the one I had growing up. I cannot give an amount b/c it depends on how thick you spread it on your toast! -- posted by Nana Lee

Wrapped Asparagus - Meat

Thu, 06 Jul 2006 15:59:23 -0400

Very quick, easy appetizer--delicious too! -- posted by Derf

Fresh Fruit Summer Salad

Thu, 20 Jul 2006 21:07:23 -0400

All the wonderful fresh fruit of summer, whatever is in season, makes refreshing fruit salads. I use whatever is going locally the day I make it, berries, peaches, apricots, pineapple, melons etc., mmmm lushious!! -- posted by Derf

Sloppy Joes

Mon, 18 Sep 2006 21:14:11 -0400

Comfort food - Dad's way. Good cold-weather, quick, comfort food. Not a barbeque flavor based dish - more like a chili without the spice. So good; so simple; so quick! -- posted by momjan

Easy Veggie & Cream Crock Pot Chicken

Fri, 10 Nov 2006 00:24:22 -0500

This recipe is a mixture of a few. It's extremely versatile, choosing your own tastes from the veggies to the soup to the cream cheese. It's similar to other "cream chicken" recipes but I think this one has much more taste. Use any cut of chicken you like. Works well with turkey breasts! If you want to make the meal whole without any extra work, it also works great with sliced or chopped potatoes under the chicken. -- posted by Corilayn

A Very Simple Sweet Potato (Or Yam)

Sat, 18 Nov 2006 22:22:02 -0500

Very quick and very delicious. -- posted by Derf

Ziploc Bag Omelet (Eggs in a Hurry)

Sat, 18 Nov 2006 23:58:32 -0500

Eggs-In-A-Bag, this has got to be the easiest and tastiest way I've ever found to prepare breakfast, or even just a snack. Each person prepares their own with the particular omelet ingredients that they prefer. Recipe is for each serving. -- posted by Dug

Shrimp Goat Cheese Salad in Romaine

Mon, 04 Dec 2006 23:59:04 -0500

An easy and tasty appetizer, or serve as a salad on a lettuce base. -- posted by Derf

Thimble Cookies

Fri, 22 Dec 2006 16:43:15 -0500

This is the basic recipe for 1 dozen cookies.you will want to make waaay more than that though. Obviously you can use any kind of jam you like, but after years of experimenting I have found these to be the absolute best. I listed 2 kinds because when you are making lots it looks pretty to have the different colours. I also recommend that if you have a dainty tea service spoon to use that for filling with jamits much neater. -- posted by Daehder

Turkey Dinner Casserole

Fri, 05 Jan 2007 13:28:59 -0500

All the leftovers, yum! -- posted by Derf

Simple Crunchy Salad

Tue, 30 Jan 2007 22:44:29 -0500

A quick throw together with lots of crunch! -- posted by Derf

Caramel Apple Coconut Dessert

Mon, 26 Feb 2007 22:02:57 -0500

Luscious sweet apples and coconut with cinnamon and honey -- posted by Derf

Jumbo Prawns Supreme

Wed, 16 May 2007 23:14:11 -0400

A quick yet elegant presentation of prawns...or scallops -- posted by imsunnyb

Strawberry Surprise

Wed, 20 Jun 2007 23:43:10 -0400

A light refreshing summertime cake. I invented it with some strawberries I grew in my garden. It tastes best with fresh strawberries. -- posted by Chef #521688

Bc Ferries Manhattan Clam Chowder

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 23:53:57 -0400

This is from a free recipe card that they used to give out on the BC ferries. It is a tomato based chowder and is very good. The recipe calls for clam nectar but the recipe zaar software changes it to clam juice. I'm pretty sure it's the same but you never know. -- posted by Bridge Street Cafe

Canadian Gourmet Potato Skins

Sun, 09 Sep 2007 22:43:38 -0400

Tasty potatoes stuffed with delicious ingredients you love. Kids will love these too. -- posted by 

Banana Muffins, Makes One Dozen

Mon, 01 Oct 2007 13:28:25 -0400

These are tasty muffins that are good for a lunch, snack, or desert. They are easy to make and will satisfy the nutritionally conscientious. They get great reviews with children too! -- posted by she who hears "I hungy"

Lady's Italian Baked Tilapia

Wed, 07 Nov 2007 02:18:04 -0500

A soothing, tasty and extremely quick meal. For us moms who are always on the go! Throw some rice in the rice cooker and some frozen veggies in a pot and there you have it--a full, super fast meal! With barely any prep time, you can do any last minute things while this is in the oven. Enjoy! -- posted by Lady MoM

Cajun 18 Bean With Beef Soup

Wed, 21 Nov 2007 19:08:30 -0500

A wonderful hearty warming soup for a cold winter day. -- posted by Derf

Buttered Fettuccini With Peas

Wed, 02 Jan 2008 23:50:58 -0500

Delicious made with "Three peppercorn Fettuccine", or with any pasta. -- posted by Derf

Not Your Average Macaroni and Cheese

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 01:05:30 -0400

Tasty macaroni, made with strong cheddar for extra zip! Great comfort food. Tastes best if topping is allowed to go "crunchy" and brown. -- posted by Chef #635694

Danielle Lapointes Calgary Stampede Rhubarb Muffins

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 00:08:47 -0400

Rhubarb is in season just as stampede takes over the city! Everyone loves my homestyle batter, it rises into sweet and sour muffns, full of country flavor! YaHOO! Note: You can sub regular apple sauce for the strawberry kind. I use one kid snack size cup. -- posted by Danielle: Canada's Top Cook

Penne With Salmon and Roasted Vegetables

Sat, 26 Jul 2008 03:56:51 -0400

You'll be hooked by the sweet, mellow flavor of the caramelized vegetables and the tender texture of the salmon. From Prevention Healthy Cooking. http://www.eatbetteramerica.com/recipes/dinner/penne-with-salmon-and-roasted-vegetables.aspx -- posted by pinkhuntinggirl13

3 Hour Old Fashioned Oven Pot Roast

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 18:57:08 -0400

Delicious pot roast - the meat stays together so it is easily sliced but tender too fabulous gravy. -- posted by Derf

Tortilla Pizza

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 19:39:47 -0400

Delicious personal pizza -- posted by Derf

Pampered Lunch

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 21:56:25 -0400

Delicious light lunch -- posted by Derf

Pumpkin Muffins - Ibs Friendly

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:55:45 -0400

Living with Irritable Bowel Syndrome can really put a damper on your meals so I try to find interesting things to do as much as possible. These muffins have been adapted for the IBS diet, so think low fat! Original recipe was from www.helpforibs.com, I tweaked it just a bit. I used Demerera Sugar, but any brown sugar will do. Keep these muffins in the fridge or the freezer, the low fat content means they will go stale quite quickly. -- posted by TheMorningStar

Blackberry Balsamic Vinegar Dressing

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:15:33 -0400

Matterson House Restaurant in Ucluelet BC makes & sells a dressing which is so faboulous, so wonderful we decided to try an make it ourselves this is not their recipe. Enjoy! -- posted by oilpatchjo

Brownie Cookies

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 22:17:22 -0500

If you love chocolate, you'll love these! Quick and easy! -- posted by Tamarak's Cookbook!

Ham and Cheddar Chowder

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 00:05:47 -0500

Good hearty, thick soup! it tastes good the second day too! My sister in law made it for us, and she didn't measure, she just threw everything in the pot! -- posted by Tamarak's Cookbook!

Lemon Cod

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:20:42 -0500

very simple and delicious and good for ya too! -- posted by Derf

Chipotle Veggie Dip

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 14:48:10 -0400

I like this recipe because it is easy to prepare as a quick snack! I got it from my home ec. teacher and I make it all the time to go with my veggies! Once you know you like it you can experiment with different spices! It's great!!!!! -- posted by Chef #1212488

Yogurt Cod

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 14:42:00 -0400

This is so simple a recipe that I hesitate to post it, but we love it and it is delicious! -- posted by Derf

Creamy Salmon on Whole Wheat Pasta

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 01:58:12 -0400

This recipe is from the show Fixing Dinner by Sandi Richard. Her recipes are usually on the table in less than a half hour. I usually like to grill extra salmon to make this meal the following day. It is very well received at our house. -- posted by Eldeevee

Mocha Frap

Fri, 01 May 2009 02:53:05 -0400

I love Starbucks' Fraps, but they recently closed the Starbucks closest to me, and now I cannot go as much, but I can't go too long with out a frap! It took a few tries to get this right, but, I did it! It's perfect. :) *I use the same blender starbucks uses, a VitaMix 5200. -- posted by frap girl :)

Sunflower Orange Spinach Salad

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 02:00:15 -0400

Roasted Sunflower seeds, juicey oranges and dried cranberries combine with spinach to make a tasty summer salad. -- posted by Derf

Jason's Hamburger Soup

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:31:10 -0400

Hamburger soup -- posted by Betty's Recipes