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Potatoes From Farm To Table

Potatoes are perhaps the most versatile and easily grown vegetable around the globe. Here in Canada, Prince Edward Island is one of the country’s largest potato producing regions

It wouldn’t be a true meal without a few carrots, would it? Certainly not in the homes of many Canadians. That’s because this prolific orange vegetable is one of the most widely known and grown across the country.

Chicken & Lentil Enchiladas

This Chicken & Lentil Enchiladas dish is a great recipe to use up leftover chicken or a convenient rotisserie chicken from the grocery store.

Taco Stewed Beef

This hearty Taco Stewed Beef has all the flavour of your family favourite taco meat but will make 3 meals out of one pot!

Advances in Cattle Production Over Six Generations

Investing in technology like new cattle genetics and alternative grazing practices have been key factors in the Colborn farm’s longevity.

Six Generations of Advances in Crop Production

The Colborns have always made investments in new technology a key part of their farm business plan. This applies to their egg production and cattle herds, and also to their grain production operation, where there have been dramatic changes since the first Colborns started planting wheat in 1910.

Egg Farming Across Six Generations

Shawn Colborn is a fifth-generation poultry producer at Delisle, Saskatchewan, but he’s not likely to be the last Colborn in the egg business. For more than a century, the Colborn family has made egg production a part of their multi-generation family farm.

The Secret of a Six-Generation Family Farm

The Colborn family of Delisle, Saskatchewan, has found the secret to keeping a farm in the family for at least six generations. As Ron Colborn, a fourth-generation farmer, puts it: “It’s family first, then farm.”

Havarti & Fresh Dill Burgers

Satisfying but not heavy, this will be the go-to chicken burger when you’re having the girls over or want a casual yet substantial speedy dinner.

Baked Tortellini with Chicken and Mushrooms

This family-friendly Baked Tortellini with Chicken and Mushrooms is made with tender chicken and fresh tortellini in a tangy sour cream mustard sauce.

Classic Canadian Dishes: Date Squares

The Date Square (a.k.a. Matrimonial Bar) is beloved by many despite the plethora of names it's known by, and perfect with a cup of tea.

Classic Canadian Dishes: Nanaimo Bars

Nanaimo bars are a Canadian favourite and are a prominent feature on any cooking tray across the country, especially at Christmas time.

Triple Threat: A History of the Nanaimo Bar

The delicious Canadian phenomenon found at every church basement tea, farmers market and community bake sale across the country has been beloved by generations. And the most famous of them all? The Nanaimo Bar.

Delicious Squared: History of Date Squares

The humble date square is surprisingly sweet and perfect with a cup of tea, enjoyed from Victoria, British Columbia to St. John’s Newfoundland. Whatever you call it, it is comfort, squared.

Salmon with Mustard Dill Cream Sauce

This quick and easy pan-seared salmon dish is served with an irresistible dilly mustard cream sauce for a delicious weeknight dinner.

Pressure Cooker Osso Buco

If you’ve never had the time to try out this classic braised Osso Buco dish you may now have the opportunity if you have a programmable pressure cooker in your kitchen.