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Paula Roy - Constantly Cooking
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🇨🇦 Recipe Developer at http://constantlycooking.com. Multi-season host of Paula Roy's Favourite Foods (Rogers TV and YouTube). I also love to read...a lot! Always eager for food + book ideas.
Flavoured finishing salts add a delicious pop of flavour to so many dishes. This red wine infused version is my new favourite; find it and links to several other varieties along with loads of other easy-to-make gifts on my Constantly Cooking website.

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Red wine infused sea salt
This post highlights the enjoyment of flavored finishing salts, which enhance the taste of various proteins. It provides a recipe for a red wine-infused salt, detailing preparation and storage meth…
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December 11, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Looking for gift ideas for the cooks in your life? My annual cookbook gift guide is now available and it features six fantastic new Canadian titles sure to provide tons of delicious inspiration. There's something for everyone in this roundup!
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Constantly Cooking’s 2025 cookbook gift guide
This annual gift guide highlights six new Canadian cookbooks, emphasizing their practicality, quality photography, and accessible recipes. Featured titles include Justin Champagne-Lagarde’s &…
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December 9, 2025 at 1:28 PM
December 4 is national cookie day and a batch of these beauties would be the ideal way to celebrate. Not only are they extra large, they are extra delicious! They’d be perfect for holiday gifting too.

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Supersized double chocolate chip cookies
This recipe produces two dozen large cookies reminiscent of bakery treats. Key ingredients include flour, sugars, butter, eggs, vanilla, and chocolate chips. After mixing, the dough is frozen befor…
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December 2, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Last week's episode of Paula Roy's Favourite Foods on @rogerstv.bsky.social celebrated cookies (recipes below). Tonight at 8:30 another delicious show about speedy small-batch pickles (perfect for gifting)! Tune in or check out past episodes on Rogers' YouTube.

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Paula Roy’s Favourite Foods – season 5, episode 9 recipes
The post celebrates cookies, highlighting their universal appeal and versatility. The author shares three favorite recipes: old fashioned molasses ginger cookies, peanut butter-bacon cookies, and s…
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November 26, 2025 at 9:51 PM
I'm always looking for new ways to use up leftover cooked pumpkin as I seem to prepare more than I need for pies at this time of year. These delicious mini pumpkin cheesecake bites are my new favourite way to serve up a seasonal favourite!

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Pumpkin cheesecake bites with ginger cookie crust
After making pumpkin pie, I had leftover purée and created delicious mini cheesecakes using a ginger cookie crust. The recipe combines cream cheese, pumpkin purée, and various spices. It’s easy to …
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November 25, 2025 at 11:57 AM
If you like apple pie, you're going to love this version. Check out these little hand pies that are as delicious as they are adorable. You can even make a batch and tuck them into the freezer, then bake them just before serving. Perfect for the holidays!
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Shredded apple hand pies
This post shares a vintage pie recipe featuring grated apples for filling to prevent sogginess and enhance presentation. Using rye flour in the crust adds flavor and tenderness. The pastry dough is…
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November 18, 2025 at 12:39 PM
If you're looking for an easy recipe that's full of flavour, look no further than this sweet-and-sour pork dish, which can also be made with chicken or tofu, if you prefer. It's as tasty as it is colourful and nutritious!

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Better than takeout sweet and sour pork
The recipe presents a flavorful and nutritious sweet and sour dish, highlighting a balance of tangy and savory flavors. It features cubed pork, various vegetables, and a homemade sauce using pineap…
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November 11, 2025 at 5:33 PM
If you’re a fan of bread products with fantastic flavour and texture, you’re going to want to make these fabulous focaccia dinner rolls. They’re pillowy soft and stay fresh longer than loaves since they don’t need to be sliced.

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Focaccia dinner rolls
This a delightful recipe for focaccia rolls, a popular Italian bread known for its soft texture and olive oil flavor. The recipe is very easy and ideal for making with kids, and allows for customiz…
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November 4, 2025 at 12:17 PM
Who says salads are just for summer? This one's a year-round winner, with delicious satay-inspired chicken on top of a medley of colourful vegetables (plus mango for an extra pop of flavour). Great for lunch or dinner!

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Easy chicken satay salad
A delicious and nutritious meal! Satay – skewered meat which is marinated and grilled – is one of Indonesia’s most popular foods and it has found its way into many other Asian cuisines as well. Nor…
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October 28, 2025 at 11:14 AM
Between cheering for sports teams on TV and enjoying tailgating throughout the fall, there's lots of time to enjoy a hearty make-ahead pasta salad. This one's my new go-to, w/chopped dill pickles plus pickle juice in the dressing. So easy, tasty & satisfying!

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Dill pickle pasta salad
The best side dish for lots of menus! I can’t believe I have only just learned about the deliciousness of dill pickle pasta salad, which was served at a recent family event I attended. Fans of this…
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October 21, 2025 at 11:50 AM
​Comfort food is one of my fave things about the cooler weather seasons. This warm salad is an outstanding addition to any autumn or winter menu (though it would taste great any time of year). Grab some seasonal produce and reward yourself with this tasty dish!
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Warm potato, cabbage and apple salad
This post shares a recipe for a versatile sweet-and-sour salad that can serve as a side dish or main course. Made with diced potatoes, apples, cabbage, and tomatoes, it’s flavored with bacon …
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October 14, 2025 at 12:55 PM
Looking for an easy, delicious side dish for your Thanksgiving & autumn menus? This make-ahead, Moroccan-inspired beet and carrot salad would be a great option. Colourful, tasty and super nutritious, it would be a great accompaniment for many different mains.

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Moroccan-inspired beet and carrot salad
This content presents a flavorful and nutritious salad featuring cooked red beets complemented by a citrus vinaigrette and fresh herbs. It emphasizes versatility, demonstrating that salads need not…
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October 7, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Calling all apple lovers! These muffins are super tasty, thanks to the combo of fresh apples, apple cider and a crunchy streusel topping. Best of all, you can mix them up in advance then freeze them to bake later, so you can enjoy fresh, hot muffins on demand!

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Apple cider muffins with streusel topping
This delicious muffin recipe, inspired by cider and crisp apples, emphasizes versatility and ease of preparation. Muffins can be frozen before baking, ensuring they’re ready whenever desired. The m…
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September 30, 2025 at 12:13 PM
It’s autumn but I'm still craving all my fave summer flavours. If you're a fan of pulled pork, here’s an easy dish that delivers big flavour! Seasoned ground pork is drizzled with tangy Carolina-style barbeque sauce and served up on lettuce or buns.
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Carolina-style barbeque pork lettuce wraps
This post shares a delicious recipe for Carolina-style pulled pork using ground pork, emphasizing the use of lettuce instead of buns for a fresher taste. The dish features a tangy sauce and optiona…
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September 23, 2025 at 12:19 PM
Brunch, lunch, dinner....salad fits the bill for so many different occasions. My latest creation is colourful, nutritious and oh-so-delicious, plus it's an ideal way to enjoy seasonal produce.

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Spinach salad with roasted beets, pear and edamame
This vegetarian salad features nutrient-rich beets, edamame, pepitas, and feta, making it a flavorful staple. Quick preparation is possible with pre-cooked beets. The vinaigrette includes balsamic …
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September 16, 2025 at 11:26 AM
I've given my easy, foolproof biscuit recipe a seasonal makeover! Check out this new version with apples, cheddar and sage - it's my fall favourite for lunchboxes, as a sidekick for soup or salad and even as a grab-and-go breakfast.

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Apple, cheddar and sage biscuits
This post shares a recipe for delicious biscuits combining sweet and savory flavors, inspired by the author’s long-standing passion for baking. The recipe includes all-purpose flour, baking p…
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September 9, 2025 at 10:50 AM
If your garden or local produce stand is overflowing with tomatoes, you'll want to check out this recipe. Roasting the tomatoes before blending them gives this easy-to-make soup an extra-delicious flavour. Bonus: it freezes well too!

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Roasted fresh tomato soup
This post shares a comforting roasted tomato soup recipe, perfect for using an abundance of homegrown tomatoes. The ingredients include assorted tomatoes, onion, garlic, olive oil, smoked paprika, …
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September 2, 2025 at 11:31 AM
A salad that includes both protein and fruit is always a winner for me and this one with grilled chicken and peaches (plus some yummy grilled vegetables) is fantastically delicious. The balsamic dressing pulls it all together into a perfect summer meal

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Salad with grilled chicken, peaches and vegetables
This vibrant meal in a bowl features a marinated, grilled chicken breast served atop mixed salad greens with peaches, snap peas, and red peppers. A flavorful balsamic dressing ties everything toget…
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August 26, 2025 at 11:29 AM
Sweet cherries are so much fun to bake with, adding a burst of colour and flavour to lots of recipes. These muffins are a new fave - the crunchy streusel topping elevates them so much, people might ask for the name of the bakery where you purchased them.

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Sweet cherry muffins with streusel topping
This post shares a delightful muffin recipe inspired by a seasonal cherry crop. The muffins feature a crunchy streusel topping and can be made with fresh or frozen cherries. It includes detailed in…
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August 19, 2025 at 11:21 AM
Anyone else swooning over the peaches this summer? We've been going through many baskets each week and this is our current favourite way to enjoy them. The not-too-sweet custard sauce really lets the fresh fruit's flavour shine. It’s a picnic-perfect dessert!

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August 12, 2025 at 11:05 AM
Calling all blueberry lovers!I These squares, with a shortbread crust and cheesecake layer in the middle, are so flavourful that enjoying just one is a satisfying experience, though you might rightfully be tempted to have several.

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Blueberry cheesecake squares
Shortbread crust makes these spectacularly delicious! These squares are easy to make and deliver big, satisfying flavour. They’ll keep in the fridge for up to 3 days after baking, and can be frozen…
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August 5, 2025 at 11:08 AM
I wish I'd known the deliciousness of Asian dumplings (or pot stickers) when I was a kid. They are now one of my top 10 comfort foods and I love them even more when they're perched on top of a colourful, crunchy salad with a delicious sesame vinaigrette.
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Asian salad with dumplings and sesame vinaigrette
This vibrant Asian-inspired salad features a mix of fresh vegetables, topped with either meat-filled or vegetarian dumplings. The dish is complemented by a zesty vinaigrette made with ginger, chili…
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July 29, 2025 at 10:59 AM
I've had this dessert on repeat all summer. It's so simple to make and offers a bright, not-too-sweet taste that's the perfect finish to almost any menu. Best of all - you can make it up to 48 hours in advance!

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Lime posset
This recipe outlines a light custard-style dessert that adds a sweet touch to any menu, especially after an Asian-inspired meal or for brunch. Made with cream, sugar, lime juice, and zest, it can b…
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July 22, 2025 at 10:07 AM
While I adore making and eating protein-packed salads all year long, summer is peak salad season for sure. This bowlful of goodness is as flavourful as it is colourful and the maple vinaigrette perfectly complements the spinach and chicken. Super for picnics!

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Spinach and chicken salad with maple vinaigrette
This post presents a fresh spinach salad recipe featuring grilled chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, and peppers, topped with a homemade vinaigrette. Ingredients can be prepped in advance for convenience…
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July 16, 2025 at 10:58 AM
Looking for an easy lunch or dinner that's packed with flavour and nutrition? This quinoa power bowl with roasted asparagus, grapes and walnuts is topped with feta cheese, making it a protein powerhouse that's as delicious as it is colourful.

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Quinoa and asparagus power bowl
A delicious, protein-packed meal! I was very excited to spot local asparagus at my farmers’ market last week. I have been waiting patiently since devising this recipe in the depths of winter, knowi…
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July 9, 2025 at 10:08 AM