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leek latkes with garlicky skyr

You asked for it. Here's how to make the leek latkes I shared over on Instagram.   leek latkes with garlicky skyr & soft-boiled eggs serves 2 (makes around 6 latkes) The main thing to keep in mind with latkes is that to achieve a crisp exterior, you want to remove as much moisture as you can from the potatoes before frying them. So don't be afraid to give them a good squeeze!  ...
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roasted squash chili ginger garlic soup

It's dark out, you're feeling cold, perhaps a little under the weather, and rather fatigued. Cue the perfect pick-me-up: a nourishing bowl of warmth in the form of a restorative roasted squash soup. Thanks to the pep from garlic, chili and ginger, you'll be back on your feet and ready to tackle the day again in no time. roasted squash chili ginger garlic soup makes 4-6 servings, depending on the...
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a colourful cauliflower citrus salad

Whenever we go to the store in the winter time I can't help but pick up a few citrus fruit. Our apartment is small and space is limited both in our refrigerator and on our counter top, so I always try to limit how much I pick up (plus, there's only so much one can carry). On this particular week we ended up bringing home one grapefruit, one orange and one lime. And what better way to enjoy them...
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beans on toast, two ways

Breakfast, lunch, snack, dinner -- whatever the meal, these beans on toast are a winner. They're also a great reminder that canned food, jarred food, dried food and all other foods preserved from earlier seasons can and should be your friends (especially in winter). In this case: simply pairing beans with tomato sauce or with pesto and serving them on toasted bread is bound to bring you both...