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My Mom’s Picadillo

If you’re craving comfort food, picadillo—my dad’s favorite meal—is a tasty must-make. Perfected by my mom, who learned it from a Mexican friend, this is her take on the authentic Latin recipe. Simple to make and incredibly delicious. Serve with crusty bread or tortillas. Enjoy!

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Mari's Secret Holy Grail Granola

I created this granola recipe after years of testing variations. It’s the one I make for when guests arrive at my home, or as a hostess gift, packed into clear pantry jars with a ribbon and a note. Everyone loves it. This is the best granola recipe you will ever try—provided you follow a few important steps.

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Thai Coconut Chicken Soup

Deep, Authentic, and delicious Thai flavours make this soup irresistible. Try your best to find fresh galangal (not easy to find, but essential) if you cant find it, use fresh ginger instead. This is the best Thai coconut soup I've ever made.

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Chicken Parmesan with Tomato Sauce

A recipe so delicious you'll want to pick the bubbly cheese parts right from the pan. San Marzano tomato sauce and a well-aged Parmesan like Reggiano take it to another level.

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Olive Bread

Why is the idea of baking bread, like pastry considered to be a complicated and time consuming task when it’s really quite simple? Modern day bread machines have certainly made it easy, but even if by hand, making bread is simple.

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Braised Garlic Chicken

This beauty made the cover of our 16th issue of ANNA Magazine! A delicately braised whole chicken... paired with an assortment of lovely, earthy, whole roasted garlic.

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Authentic French Canadian Tourtière

A traditional French-Canadian tourtiere everyone loves! Tested to perfection, and approved by French Canadians with an exceptional palate—meaning an exceptional sense of taste and preferences!

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