Wednesday, October 5, 2011

Dairy Goodness - Nourish your Day

Dairy Goodness - Nourish your Day


Kids' Favourite Cheese Fondue

Posted: 05 Oct 2011 12:45 PM PDT

Kids' Favourite Cheese Fondue

What You Need

3/4 cup (180 ml) unsweetened apple juice
2/3 lb. (300 g) grated Canadian Swiss cheese
1/2 lb. (225 g) grated medium Canadian Cheddar
1 tablespoon (15 ml) cornstarch
Ground black pepper to taste
1 to 2 tablespoons (15 to 30 ml) fresh chives, chopped (optional)

Instructions

In a fondue pot, bring the apple juice to a boil over medium heat.

Mix the grated cheeses with the cornstarch, making sure the cheese is well covered. Add the cheeses to the fondue pot gradually and let them melt while stirring continuously with a wooden spoon.

Add pepper to taste and the chives.

Serve immediately with bread, cold cuts, vegetables and fruits.

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Mexican Rice with Cheddar

Posted: 05 Oct 2011 11:50 AM PDT

Mexican Rice with Cheddar

What You Need

1 tablespoon (15 ml) butter
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 lb. (450 g) lean ground beef
1 green pepper, diced
1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) ground cumin
1 teaspoon (5 ml) chilli powder
19 oz. (540 ml.) can of red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup (250 ml) long-grain rice
1 ½ cups (375 ml) corn kernels
1 ½ cups (375 ml) homemade or store-bought salsa
1/2 cup (125 ml) water
2 cups (500 ml) Canadian Cheddar, grated

Instructions

In a large saucepan, sauté garlic, onion, green pepper and beef in melted butter.

Add spices and sauté for 2 minutes.

Stir in red kidney beans and rice and cook for 3 minutes.

Add the corn, salsa and water.

Bring to a boil and simmer over low heat for about 20 to 25 minutes.

Serve in bowls and garnish with Canadian cheddar.

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