Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta and Dates

I remember the first time I had Brussels sprouts. I was in grade nine and at a friend’s house. Her mom made me eat them, and I hated them. Oh, how I’ve changed. The Niagara Street Grill, way back when, taught me to love all veggies thanks to their amazing sides. This recipe is a great side mostly because of the maple syrup and balsamic vinegar that candy the sprouts. And now it’s one that I feed to the friends of my kids. I tell them, ‘If I make you eat your veggies, it means I love you and you are like family.

sidesTrish MagwoodMarch 10, 2022mynewtable, testkitchen

Euchre Tourney Salad

Our friends in Creemore host a big annual euchre tournament. The first year I was invited I Was new to euchre - which was not going to work for this party. So I won them Over by offering to bring a salad which became a ritual.⁠

sides, soups and saladsTrish MagwoodFebruary 17, 2022mynewtable, testkitchen

Ode to Stuffed Bakers Smashed Potatoes

This is another of our new family favorites. It’s definitely worth adding to your weekly menu rotation. The kids like making these and they do a perfect job. Try these alongside pork chops

sidesTrish MagwoodFebruary 15, 2022mynewtable, testkitchen

Superbowl Sunday Snack & Interactive Sunday Dinner. Counter style.

My son Fin has my family's super sports fan DNA. I am not part of the endless sports pools and chatter but I love any excuse to gather. This Sunday, I'll pull up a chair at the halftime show. Like most of you! And get on the Superbowl Sunday food bandwagon. the friends of my kids. I tell them, ‘If I make you eat your veggies, it means I love you and you are like family.

sides, mainsTrish MagwoodFebruary 10, 2022mynewtable, testkitchen

Roasted Sesame Carrots

I was first introduced to za’atar and sumac by a guest chef during a cooking class when I owned dish, and she made a Middle Eastern fattoush. I’ve added these spices to my list of pantry essentials. Both are amazing with carrots.

sidesTrish MagwoodJanuary 28, 2022mynewtable, testkitchen

Fall Harvest Sheet pan Roasted Vegetables

This is an easy throw together sheet pan vegetable roast. Use whatever fall vegetables you have on hand. Add parsnips or whatever vegetables arrive in your weekly produce box.

sidesTrish MagwoodOctober 14, 2021mynewtable, testkitchen

Whole Roasted Butternut Squash with Brown Sugar and Butter

I think Fin liked squash as a little kid because it was a vessel for butter and brown sugar. I am pretty sure it still stands true today. Eating it straight from the skins or as a side for ribs or with roast chicken makes the whole family smile.

sidesTrish MagwoodSeptember 30, 2021mynewtable, testkitchen

Mrs C’s Autumn Soup

Peter’s mom made this for his family growing up. It’s similar to my mom’s ‘Hamburger Soup” we would have at the cottage when my mom was cooking for a large crowd with whatever staples were in the island fridge. Old school delicious. Yes there is consomme, if you can’t handle it, swap for beef stock. Kids love it. Its so good and a filling hot pot on a winter day.

sides, soups and saladsTrish MagwoodSeptember 23, 2021mynewtable, testkitchen

Grapefruit + Blood Orange +Endive + Arugula Salad

This feels like a festive Christmas salad. Load up on winter citrus and when you tire of it every morning, bring it to the dinner table in this fresh and balanced salad.

sides, soups and saladsTrish MagwoodSeptember 9, 2021mynewtable, testkitchen

Peach + Tomato Panzanella

This is a fun summer twist on the classic tomato bread salad. Best in the summer season when we have tomatoes and peaches available locally. Big chunks of your favourite bread toasted will showcase the importance of good quality ingredients.

sides, soups and saladsTrish MagwoodAugust 12, 2021mynewtable, testkitchen