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Mexican Baked Eggs on Black Beans

This dish can be prepared in one large casserole or in 6 individual ramekins. Accompany with fresh salsa and a mixed dark green salad for a simple, yet impressive brunch idea.

Mexican Baked Eggs on Black Beans

Deep Frying a Turkey

Canola oil has one of the highest smoke points of all commonly used vegetable oils at 468 °F (242 °C).

Deep Frying a Turkey

Spring Rolls

Delicious spring rolls that are full of flavor. Dip in a sweet chili sauce!

Spring Rolls

Crêpes with Shrimp, Spinach and Herb Filling

These scrumptious, savory crêpes are easy to make and will bring an elegant flair to your special brunch menu. Using canola oil in the crêpe batter rather than butter and replacing some of the white flour with whole-grain flour makes the crêpes healthier without sacrificing their rich, decadent taste.

Crêpes with Shrimp, Spinach and Herb Filling

Canola Oil Mayonnaise

This classic recipe was developed at The Culinary Institute of America by Chef-Instructor Brenda La Noue. Canola oil’s neutral flavor and light texture is perfect for homemade mayonnaise. See Chef Almir Da Fonseca prepare the recipe in the video.

Canola Oil Mayonnaise

Top Articles

2022-10-27

Salads and Vinaigrettes with Canola Oil

Canola oil, which is light in color, texture, and taste is ideal for vinaigrettes. It allows for a smooth mouth feel without heaviness. The vinaigrette will remain clear and free running when refrigerated because of the lower saturated fat content of canola oil.

2022-10-25

Baking with Canola Oil

Canola oil is light, clear and has a mild flavor that does not interfere with the taste of baked goods.

2021-12-15

Saute & Stir Fry with Canola Oil

Canola oil's light texture is the perfect choice for sautéing or stir frying. Stir-frying is simple, but requires a basic understanding of timing, sequence and the amount of heat required. Stir-frying means to quickly sear small pieces of food in a large pan or wok over high heat.

2021-12-02

10 Gifts of Cookies for Family and Friends

‘Tis the season for a sweet treat. Plan a baking day to try some of our favorite holiday cookies then deliver gifts of cookies to family and friends

2021-12-01

10 Holiday Breakfast and Brunch Ideas

Make your holiday breakfast or brunch special with this delicious recipe ideas.

2021-07-15

What is the Best Oil for Grilling?

We say Canola oil! Why? Well for starters, canola oil’s high smoke point is great for foods prepared on the hot grill. Canola oil takes the heat! Secondly, its mild taste and light texture won't be overpowering and it won't solidify in the fridge.

2021-06-25

Is Canola Oil a Good Choice for Making Salads?

A great salad deserves a great vinaigrette! Canola oil, which is light in color, texture and taste is ideal for vinaigrettes.

2018-12-05

11 Homemade Soups to Keep you Warm and Cozy

Curl up with a bowl of one of these delicious soups to help you get through those cold winter days.

2018-11-13

9 DIY Spa Day Ideas

Easy homemade spa recipes to help you rejuvenate!

2018-11-01

10 Heart Healthy Recipes for Men's Health

Ten heart-healthy recipes for #menshealth

2017-10-20

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

CanolaInfo partner and registered dietitian Manuel Villacorta posted on his blog, Whole Body Reboot, to mark Hispanic Heritage Month, noting food is central to Latin cultures.

2016-02-19

Move Over Olive Oil

Bustle states the facts – olive oil is not the oil of choice for certain cooking methods because of the low smoke point.

2015-12-18

Bake to Differ

“Keep all your holiday desserts waistline-friendly by baking with canola oil,” writes registered dietitian Julie Upton in an article on holiday favorites with health benefits for PopSugar.com.

2015-12-18

Miracle Oil

When it’s time to celebrate the eight-day miracle of Hanukkah, even the White House reaches for canola oil, according to The New York Times.

2015-09-18

‘Well-Oiled Wisdom’ for Home Cooks

Tasting Table advises readers on how to choose the right cooking oil for the job, explaining the advantages of smoke point and versatility.

2015-08-21

Canola Oil Goes for the Gold

Seven-time Olympic medalist Shannon Miller shares CanolaInfo’s recipe for Cherry-Almond Protein Energy Balls from its new “Movable Feast” collection created by sports dietitian Mitzi Dulan.

2015-08-21

Hot in Canola Oil

Newly minted Food Network host and cookbook author Valerie Bertinelli cooks up her recipe for Chicken Cutlets with Spicy Arugula in canola oil on NBC’s “Today” show.

2015-05-15

Men, Stock Your Kitchens

Men’s Fitness magazine lists nine pantry staples, including a high-heat cooking oil like canola for sautéing and frying.

2015-05-15

Spring into Summer Salads

A CanolaInfo recipe for Barley Salad with Spinach and Strawberries is featured on CTV with Ellen Pruden of CanolaEatWell.

2015-02-27

Eat Like a Viking

The Nordic Diet continues to grow in popularity, reports Yahoo! Health.

2015-02-27

Bahn Mi for You

Banh mi is a Vietnamese short rib sandwich served on a French baguette.

2015-02-13

Ingredients for Quick, Healthy Meals

We are on the move more than ever, making labor-intensive meals rare, according to a Time.com article.

2015-02-13

Show Your Heart Some Love

A health educator at Vanderbilt University shares a list of steps with the Vanderbilt University Medical Center Reporter for maintaining a healthier heart just in time for February’s Heart Month.

2015-02-13

Sweeten Up for Valentine's

Are you looking for Valentine sweets made with love?

2015-01-30

Bake Cake and Eat it Too

Sarah-Jane Bedwell, a registered dietitian and blogger for Self.com, shared a recipe for chocolate cherry cake.

2015-01-30

Super Bowl Snacks

Regardless of who you are rooting for this Sunday, everyone can agree that snacks are important to any Super Bowl party.

2015-01-16

Sing Along with '12 Days of Delicious'

In December, CanolaInfo promoted holiday desserts made with canola oil with a “12 Days of Delicious” media campaign themed after the popular song, “The 12 Days of Christmas.”

2015-01-16

Vikings Make Waves

For years, the Mediterranean diet has stood at the foreground.

2014-12-19

Spice it Up with a New Recipe

Registered dietitian Manuel Villacorta encourages trying a new recipe this holiday season on his “Eating Free” blog, such as churros with spiked chili cocoa sugar from CanolaInfo.

2014-12-19

Eliminate the Mystery

Chef George Geary appeared on The CW’s “San Diego Living” this week to show off a collection of delicious peppermint recipes, including a peppermint mocha martini and a chocolate peppermint cake.

2014-12-19

Make the Oil Last

Are you looking to step up your latkes game this year for Hanukkah?

2014-12-05

The 12 Days of Delicious

CanolaInfo’s holiday recipe campaign is now underway!

2014-12-05

Cut Saturated Fat During the Holidays

Thanksgiving may have passed, but December is filled with tempting treats from Christmas parties to New Year’s celebrations.

2014-12-05

Bake Up Some Comfort Food

Mairlyn Smith, professional home economist and guest expert on Canada’s popular “CityLine” and “Breakfast TV” shows, shares with The Province how she accomplished a few goals on her bucket list.

2014-12-05

Recipes Fit to Cook

MyFitnessPal and Cooking Light have teamed together to produce a book of low-calorie recipes.

2014-11-21

Swap Out Butter

Baking season means stockpiling the pantry with flour, sugar and vanilla extract. Do you really need to buy butter in bulk though?

2014-11-21

Lighten Up the Holidays

Katherine Brooking and Julie Upton, both registered dietitians, share with Newswatch viewers how to make holiday recipes healthier by using canola oil.

2014-11-21

Need Holiday Sidekicks?

Turkey is great, but your plate needs some color, too.

2014-11-20

Watch Step-by-Step Videos on Desserts for the Holidays from The Culinary Institute of America

Holiday Videos

2014-11-07

Celebrate Pumpkin Season

There’s no need for any pumpkin to turn into a carriage at midnight, especially if it helps create delicious desserts like this Pumpkin Cake with Cream Cheese Drizzle.

2014-10-24

Healthy Stamp of Approval

Chef Joyce Chen, a pioneer in Chinese cooking in the U.S., is one of five celebrity chefs to be honored by the U.S. Postal Service with her own postage stamp.

2014-10-24

Chow Down with Carla Hall

Co-host of “The Chew” and “Top Chef” alum Carla Hall is aiming to open a Nashville-style chicken restaurant in New York with the help of crowd-funding source Kickstarter, according to Fox News.

2014-10-10

Simple Swaps for Latin Cooking

Nutrition expert Manuel Villacorta replaces unhealthy fats such as lard and butter with heart-healthy canola oil. The result? Delicious, flavorful and better-for-you Latin dishes.

2014-10-10

One Fish, Two Fish ...

Chef Ed McFarland knows his way around a grill, especially when it comes to fish. He emphasizes to Forbes.com that a hot grill top is key to properly cooking fish.

2014-10-10

Say 'I Do' to Kale

National Kale Day has come and gone, but there is still plenty of time to learn how to prepare those leafy greens from the farmer’s market.

2014-10-10

Canola Granola

When Oprah makes a suggestion, ears perk up. While it does not involve a free car, this recipe for Classic Granola is the perfect snack for those on-the-go.

2014-09-26

Bake Pies with Canola Oil

The fall issue of Canada's Eat In Eat Out magazine features delicious pastries made with canola oil-based pie crusts.

2014-08-29

Share Summer Produce

The Manitoba Co-Operator shared a zesty recipe for Wilted Rainbow Chard with Seared Eggplant and Parsley Vinaigrette from the CanolaInfo collection.

2014-08-29

Street Cart Cooking

CBC Radio’s “D is for Dinner” program features summer festival fare at its finest with a recipe for pork-filled bao (Chinese steamed buns) from food truck chef Tarkek Hassen.

2014-08-15

Fair Showcases Canola Oil-Fried Treat

The 2014 Canadian National Exposition in Toronto launches today with a menu of attention-grabbing dishes, including a chocoholic’s take on fried chicken made with canola oil.

2014-08-15

In Other Fried Chicken News …

Tasting Table’s new guide to preparing great fried chicken includes this tidbit on selecting the right frying fat: “Keep things simple with a neutral oil, like canola.”

2014-08-15

Summer Salad Hits the Grill

Grilling adds sweetness to late summer produce at its best with CanolaInfo’s Caramelized Corn and Red Pepper Salad with Chives.

2014-08-01

Cook Like a Cowboy

You can grill steak, broil it, pan-fry it or simply place it in an oven.

2014-08-01

Jump for Bok Choy

This recipe for Spinach Salad with Seared Bok Choy, Ginger and Cilantro is a mouth-watering medley of tastes and textures.

2014-07-18

Straighten Up and Fry Right

If you are going to deep fry your food, why not make sure it’s done right?

2014-07-18

Get Your Shrimp in Order

Shrimp may be small, but the flavour in this dish is anything but thanks to a trio of peppers: fresh chili powder, smoked paprika and red pepper flakes.

2014-06-20

Vegetables Are Tasty With Canola Oil

In a feature food article on vegetable butchery, The Star discusses recipes where meat is not the “star.”

2014-06-20

Lighten Up Favorite Sweets

Cooking Light gives lemon squares a healthy makeover.

2014-06-06

Grill Out and Eat Up

Registered Dietitian Katherine Brooking provides tips for healthy barbecuing in The Huffington Post.

2014-06-06

Cook like a 'Top Chef' Judge

At a recipe demonstration, “Top Chef” Judge Gail Simmons of Food & Wine magazine offered her insight on cooking and canola oil, reports Lake Michigan Shore magazine.

2014-06-06

Get Your Blue(berrie)s On

The most irresistible breakfast muffins just became healthier.

2014-05-23

Spring Clean the Pantry

Is your pantry as healthy as you?

2014-05-23

Don't Nix All Fats

While the verdict is still out on saturated fat, it's always wise to stick to unsaturated fats, indicates a Richmond Times-Dispatch.

2014-05-23

Shop Fat-Smart

In a guide to healthy cooking oils, EatingWell recommends using polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats over saturated fats to reduce the risk of heart disease.

2014-05-23

Cozy Up with Coffee Cake

Lemon and blueberry are a lovely match in this yogurt coffee cake made with heart-healthy canola oil from The Chronicle Herald.

2014-05-09

Keep it Light

Whether it is for Mother’s Day, a spring brunch, or afternoon tea, this Limoncello Cake will hit the sweet spot.

2014-04-25

Makeover Dinner with Canola Oil

CanolaInfo partner Meal Makeover Moms dispels myths about canola oil in an April podcast and blog post.

2014-04-04

"Katie" Cooks with Canola

On her talk show Katie," Katie Couric features Food Network star and registered dietitian Ellie Krieger cooking a recipe with canola oil from Krieger's new dinner-in-a-hurry cookbook, "Weeknight Wonders."

2014-04-04

Celebrity Chef Reaches for Canola Oil

"Ninety-eight percent of the time, I cook with canola oil," says top chef and restaurateur Bobby Flay in a feature on cooking tips in Bon Appetit.

2014-04-04

Spring into Flavour

Just like warmer weather, asparagus season is finally underway.

2014-03-21

Enjoy a Taste of India

Check out CanolaInfo.org’s newly collected recipes by cookbook author Raghavan Iyer.

2014-03-07

Bobby Flay Cooks Light with Canola Oil

On his show "Brunch at Bobby's," Food Network's Bobby Flay uses canola oil to prepare a smoked salmon crostini that's part of a healthy brunch menu.

2014-03-07

Eat Like the Irish

Everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day, so why not eat like the Irish, too?

2014-02-21

Eat Like an Olympian

With the 2014 Olympics drawing to a close, it is time to begin training for the 2018 Winter Olympics - or maybe just your next workout!

2014-02-21

Cook With the Healthy Choice

The Hindustan Times of India profiles healthier cooking oils, such as canola.

2014-01-24

Fuel Up for Improved Fitness

CanolaInfo teamed up with Michele Macedonio, R.D., C.S.S.D., L.D., team dietitian for Major League Baseball's Cincinnati Reds, to promote healthy recipes made with canola oil for the everyday athlete.

2014-01-24

Swap Out Canola Oil for Butter

Love to bake, but also watching your health?

2014-01-24

"Reformulate" Your Veggies with Canola Oil

Diabetes presents an array of challenges when planning meals.

2014-01-10

Fuel Up for 2014

Jump start the new year with CanolaInfo's "Fuel Up for Fitness" recipe collection, a starting line-up of six flavourful, healthy dishes to help the everyday athlete prepare for exercise and repair muscles after workouts.

2014-01-10

Cook Chili "Fit" for a Winter Storm

Winter usually brings out our cravings for cozy comfort foods, which are not always the healthiest.

2014-01-10

Pantry Staples Yield Quick, Healthy Meals

Looking for a quick, inexpensive and healthy meal?

2013-12-13

Saskatchewan Celebrates Chanukah with Canola Oil

Jewish friends and families from Regina and Saskatoon gathered in Saskatchewan for the first province-wide Chaunkah celebration.

2013-11-29

When Cooking, Choose Canola Oil

In a summary of recent health research, CNN included the study that was published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal and reported widely in recent weeks.

2013-11-29

Put Thanksgiving Leftovers to Use

Now that the U.S. Thanksgiving holiday has come and gone, it’s time to get creative with leftovers in the refrigerator.

2013-11-15

Lighten Your Holiday Table

Planning your U.S. Thanksgiving or December holiday menu?

2013-11-01

Stay Healthy and Lean at College

The infamous "freshman 15" is an unfortunate side effect for many college students.

2013-11-01

Enjoy Diabetes-Smart Comfort Food

Having diabetes doesn’t mean comfort food is off the table.

2013-10-04

Lighten Up with Cornbread and Canola Oil

Craving a comfort food, but don’t want to lose sight of health?

2013-10-04

Get Grilling with Canola Oil

Just because summer is over doesn't mean you can't keep your outdoor grill fired up.

2013-09-20

Welcome Fall with CanolaInfo

With the official beginning of fall this weekend, why not head to the kitchen for a seasonal celebration?

2013-09-20

Say "I Do" to Engaging (and Healthy) Appetizers

Engagement parties and weddings are wonderful occasions for a variety of reasons, including the food.

2013-09-06

Ring in the New Year with Canola Oil

As Jews everywhere celebrate Rosh Hashana, the Jewish New Year, ensure a "sweet" year ahead with CanolaInfo's take on the traditional Honey Cake.

2013-08-23

Curb Saturated Fats with Healthier Street Eats

Grabbing a quick bite from a street vendor might not always be the healthiest dining option, but there are a few trucks out there that are trying to appeal to conscious consumers.

2013-08-23

Enjoy Skirt Steak with a Kick

Who says Bloody Marys are just for brunch?

2013-08-09

Go Mediterranean to Avoid Strokes

A startling 795,000 strokes occur per year in the U.S., according to the Society for Vascular Surgery.

2013-08-09

'Brown Your Fat' with Canola Oil

Not all fats are bad for you - in fact some are essential to your well-being.

2013-08-09

Create Instant Sandwich Makeover

Stuck in a sandwich rut? Kick it up a notch with canola oil-based mayo.

2013-08-09

Say Olé to Authentic Tostadas

Cooking authentic Mexican food may seem overwhelming, but NBC Latino shares a recipe for pork tostadas that is delicious and accessible for the everyday cook.

2013-07-12

Flavourful Alternative to Meat

Tired of grilling hamburgers or chicken this summer?

2013-06-28

Make Your Own Marinades

Inspired to whisk up a homemade marinade?

2013-06-28

Spritz Summer Fare with Flavour

Cold-pressed canola oil's buttery, nutty taste is catching the attention of Canadian chefs and cooking enthusiasts, reports the Edmonton Journal.

2013-06-28

Swap Out Butter for Healthier Cookies

Canola oil is a smart choice for diabetes-friendly baked goods, according to an article on Prevention.com.

2013-06-28

Cape Cod Fries Chips Right

Like all of its chips, Cape Cod's newest flavour will be cooked in heart-healthy canola oil.

2013-06-28

Get Your Grill On

Whether you're celebrating Canada Day (July 1) or Independence Day (July 4), it's time to fire up the grill for some great summer cooking.

2013-06-14

Summer Grilling Goes Lighter

Culinary.net suggests readers put a healthy spin on German-style barbecue foods with canola oil

2013-05-17

Lighter Pancakes with Canola Oil

In a post on April 26, popular parenting site Babble.com featured a recipe by mommy blogger and cookbook author Jennie Perillo for healthy whole-grain pancakes made with canola oil.

2013-05-17

Ellie Krieger Talks up CanolaInfo Recipes

Radio listeners across the country tuned in May 2 to hear Cooking Channel's Ellie Krieger, M.S., R.D., discuss CanolaInfo's "Mother's May the Healthy Way" recipe collection.

2013-05-03

Swap Out Butter with Canola Oil

More evidence points to canola oil as an "essential fat" for your diet.

2013-05-03

Show Mom Love with Heart-Healthy Cooking

The month of May means Mother's Day is coming and Ellie Krieger has delicious recipes that your mom will love.

2013-04-05

Indian Cooking Stars Canola Oil

Inspired by Vancouver's Times of India Film Awards in April, The Vancouver Sun highlighted unique Indian recipes that use canola oil.

2013-04-05

Canola Oil Heats Up in India

Elle India, a leading women’s lifestyle magazine, featured a blurb about canola oil in its April issue.

2013-04-05

Mediterranean Diet Includes Canola Oil

The Mediterranean diet - which is rich in fresh fruits, vegetables, fish and monounsaturated fats such as canola oil - boosts heart health.

2013-04-05

Cook Seasonal Produce with Canola Oil

Bring spring into the kitchen with a seasonal dish from CanolaInfo’s extensive recipe database.

2013-03-22

Comfort Your Heart This Winter

The winter weather is coming to an end across many parts of Canada and the U.S. yet CanolaInfo's "Comfort Your Heart" recipe collection lives on.

2013-03-08

"March" to Comfort Your Heart

Comfort foods are hearty but they can be heart-healthy, too! CanolaInfo's "Comfort Your Heart" recipe collection is the perfect way to kick off Nutrition Month in March.

2013-02-08

Make Canola Oil Your Valentine

Surprise a loved one this Valentine’s Day and make a romantic dish from CanolaInfo’s extensive recipe database!

2013-01-25

Flay Dishes on Canola Oil

U.S. Celebrity Chef Bobby Flay appeared on The Rachel Ray Show on Jan. 15 and answered questions from the audience, including one about the best oil to work with from a health perspective.

2013-01-25

Canola Oil Lightens Up Cookies

Bella Online recommended canola oil instead of butter in its recipe for Lighter Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies because, canola oil is high in omega-3, making it heart-healthy.

2013-01-25

Comfort Your Heart This Winter

While winter weather has settled in across many parts of Canada and the U.S., CanolaInfo's "Comfort Your Heart" recipe collection has continued to teach consumers about the benefits of using simple ingredient swaps and healthier cooking techniques to make heart-healthy entrées.

2013-01-25

Smart Time to Buy Heart-Smart Cookbook

In case you don't already have a copy of "The Heart-Smart Diabetes Kitchen: Fresh, Fast, and Flavorful Recipes Made with Canola Oil," now is a good time to purchase one.

2013-01-11

Comfort Your Heart This Winter

To prove that comfort foods can be heart-healthy, CanolaInfo launched a "Comfort Your Heart" recipe collection with six hearty and healthy entrées.

2012-10-24

"Baker's Dozen Healthy Holidays Checklist"

Healthy Holidays Checklist from CanolaInfo

2012-08-24

Summer Twist on a Cozy Classic

While the combination of green beans and potatoes is usually served as a warm side to ham or bacon, the Washington Post published a lighter and chillier version to serve at a summer picnic.

2012-08-10

Sweet Treat Goes Heart Healthy with Canola Oil

This banana blueberry bread recipe from Health Magazine is chock full of nutrients with potassium-packed bananas, antioxidant-rich blueberries and omega 3-containing canola oil.

2012-07-27

Southern Secret for Perfect Fried Chicken

Canola Camper and food writer/stylist Denise Vivaldo recently discovered the key to recreating her mother’s fried chicken: canola oil.

2012-07-13

Cheers to Caribbean Cupcakes

A playful spin on the classic cupcake also proves to be a little healthier thanks to canola oil.

2012-06-29

Canola Oil Praised for High Smoke Point

Preparing a sizzling sauté?

2012-06-29

Reap More of Veggies' Rewards with Canola Oil

A bowl of colourful, fresh vegetables just got even healthier with a splash of canola oil.

2012-06-15

Hold Butter for a Healthy Wake-up

A popular breakfast indulgence just got a bit healthier thanks to canola oil.

2012-06-01

Slim Down with Healthy Fats

"Super fats" may help you lose weight, according to Dr. Mehmet Oz. Five super fats, including canola oil, help put you into "fat-burning mode" and make you feel satisfied, he says. Canola oil has the least saturated fat of all cooking oils - half that of olive oil - Oz notes. Chef Franklin Becker adds that canola oil won't mask the taste of other ingredients, simply delivering health benefits.

2012-05-18

CanolaInfo Cooking Demo Video Hot Among Health Pros

On May 9, the American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE) aired CanolaInfo's "How to Cook Like a Pro in a Healthy Cooking Demo" video webinar with culinary expert Tori Ritchie, followed by a live Q&A between Ritchie and participants.

2012-05-04

Drive Streets Eats Home

Want to bring delicious street eats from top American food truck chefs into your kitchen?

2012-04-05

Happy Easter!

Celebrate Easter with CanolaInfo’s Spiced Lamb Strips with Mint and Cilantro recipe.

2012-03-23

Canola Oil Now in Mediterranean Diet

Reader’s Digest Canada reports that several studies have shown Mediterranean diets high in monounsaturated fat and low in saturated fat promote heart health.

2012-03-09

Keep Your Brain Young With Omega-3s

A study from the University of California-Los Angeles Easton Center for Alzheimer’s Disease Research shows people with diets deficient in omega-3 fatty acids were more susceptible to accelerated brain aging.

2012-02-24

Recipe for Heart Health

In honor of February being Heart Month, ABC-TV’s "Good Morning America" online released four simple steps to improve heart health.

2012-02-24

Viva, Canola Oil!

U.S. Celebrity Chef Bobby Flay offers a canola oil twist on the classic fajita in Oregon’s Mail Tribune.

2012-02-10

Out with Butter, In with Canola Oil

Eating healthfully can still be satisfying for the taste buds. Food Network’s Ellie Krieger, M.S., R.D., recommends replacing some butter in desserts with canola oil.

2012-01-27

Bake Healthier with Canola Oil

To combat the "low fat is best" myth, nutrition experts at the Harvard School of Public Health and chefs and registered dietitians at The Culinary Institute of America have developed five new muffin recipes with healthy fats like canola oil, whole grains and less salt and sugar.

2012-01-27

Heart-Healthy Dude Foods

Chris Mohr, Ph.D., R.D., shared one of CanolaInfo’s heart-healthy dude food recipes with Men’s Health Magazine.

2012-01-13

A Back-to-Basics Kitchen

January may be the time to get back to basics in your kitchen after what may have been an overindulgent holiday season.

2012-01-13

CanolaInfo Offers Disease-Preventing Recipes

In December, CanolaInfo launched its "Hearty and Healthy Winter Recipe Collection" by CanolaInfo spokeswoman and nationally recognized nutrition expert, Keri Glassman, M.S., R.D., C.D.N.

2011-12-16

Think Mediterranean

In addition to recommending the Mediterranean diet for weight control, it’s being recommended for possibly slowing mental decline as one ages.

2011-12-16

Turkey Time

This twist on a classic oven-roasted turkey breast uses canola oil and includes "classic New England ingredients," using apple cider to keep the bird moist during cooking and maple syrup and brown sugar for a delicious glaze.

2011-12-02

Lightening the Load on Latkes

U.S. celebrity chef Rocco DiSpirito has undertaken a mission to lighten the load on latkes, a traditional Hanukkah food.

2011-12-02

Indian Celebrity Chef Uses Canola Oil

Award-winning chef Kunal Kapoor provided a recipe for Apple Shrikhand with Malpua (apple-flavored yogurt with a pancake) – and he uses "light and heart-healthy" canola oil to fry the malpuas.

2011-12-02

CanolaInfo to the Rescue this Holiday Season

CanolaInfo recipes were featured in various media outlets in an article that aimed to give readers easy, healthy recipes for simple meal planning around the busy holiday season.

2011-11-18

Tsai Sighs Over Canola Oil

Renowned chef and TV host Ming Tsai was a guest on ABC-TV’s "The View" recently where he prepared Asian dishes like chow mein and potstickers with canola oil for the hosts in honour of Whoopi Goldberg’s birthday.

2011-11-18

Wishing You a Berry Good Holiday Season

Cranberries are a mainstay on the dining room table during the holiday season, but cranberry sauce can be used as a delicious condiment for poultry year-round, in sauces or even breakfast pastries.

2011-11-04

First Lady Celebrates Winning Recipes That Contain Canola Oil

First Lady Michelle Obama celebrated a group of students who have cooked up some tasty ways to promote healthy eating for America’s youth through school lunches.

2011-10-21

The Great Pumpkin Invasion

Pumpkin-flavoured foods are everywhere, but for good reason – they’re delicious.

2011-10-07

A Diabetes-Friendly Menu Plan

Living with diabetes is no easy task, but you can make your life easier and feel better by carefully monitoring intake of fibre, carbohydrates, protein, sodium and fat.

2011-10-07

Squash Season

Autumn is squash season and if you’re looking for creative ways to use this veggie, try this Red Lentil Soup with Butternut Squash recipe, which offers plenty of fibre, healthy fats (canola oil) and warmth.

2011-09-23

"Produce" a Great Meal

The days of fresh summer produce are slowly waning so grab the last of the bunch at the grocery store or your vegetable garden and try this heart-healthy Quinoa, Black Bean & Mango Salad recipe.

2011-09-09

"Fall" for Puréed Soups

Autumn is a great time of year to take the pickings from your summer vegetable garden and purée them into a delicious soup.

2011-08-26

Blueberries for Breakfast

Julie Van Rosendaal, food writer and recipe developer, supplies healthy and delicious blueberry-inspired breakfast recipes, some of which call for canola oil.

2011-08-26

Want Fries with That?

On NBC-TV’s "The Today Show," website, the latest Home Chef Challenge winner presents her simple, yummy recipe for garlic Parmesan oven fries.

2011-08-26

Be a Smart Cookie by Baking These Cookies

Wondering how to bake cookies that are delicious and better-for-you?

2011-06-17

Sale Leads to Salivating Recipe

On a recent trip to the grocery store, a food writer noticed a sale on pork tenderloin and pineapple, inspiring her to visualize and create a recipe for Pork Loin Fillet with Spicy Pineapple Salsa.

2011-06-03

Fire Up the Grill with Flay's Favourites

Celebrity chef Bobby Flay’s favourite summer recipes include Ribeye with Goat Cheese, Meyer Lemon-Honey Mustard and Watercress, for which he recommends coating the sides of the steak with canola oil for a nice golden brown colour.

2011-06-03

Comfort Food Lightened Up

"Summer comfort food" – lighter, fresher dishes still capable of satiating – is a term that’s been popping up on food blogs and columns, reported Cox Newspapers.

2011-05-20

Summer Salads

In a series of summer salad recipes from the Associated Press, Michelin Star Chef Eric Ripert offers up a recipe he created while visiting Vietnam.

2011-05-20

Chef Carla Hall Reels in Media Interest for CanolaInfo

On May 13, Carla Hall of "Top Chef," CanolaInfo spokesperson, showcased her "Go Fish with Canola Oil" recipe and video collection during a Satellite Media Tour.

2011-05-06

Flour-Free, Protein-Rich Chocolate Cake

This recipe for Quinoa Chocolate Cake has no wheat or flour of any kind – perfect for people with gluten-free needs.

2011-05-06

Go Fish with Canola Oil and Carla Hall

You no longer have to go fishing for easy, tasty seafood recipes.

2011-05-01

Carla Hall from "Top Chef" presents Go Fish With Canola Oil

Fish Tips, Recipe and Video Collection

2011-04-22

Salad Dressings Made with Canola Oil Debut

T. Marzetti Co. announced Simply Dressed®, a new line of refrigerated salad dressings that "combines basic ingredients and fresh flavours to create a perfect complement to any salad.

2011-04-22

Have an Eggs-cellent Easter!

Reservations for Easter brunch fill up fast at restaurants, so why not whip up delicious and healthy omelets for your company instead?

2011-03-25

Canola Popping Oil Makes Red Carpet Debut

Richardson Oilseed announced it has developed a canola oil-based popping oil, Pop-It, and popcorn topping, Top-It, that it will debut at the cinema-themed tradeshow CinemaCon in Las Vegas this March.

2011-03-11

Easy to Digest Diet Rules

In order to lose weight while staying upbeat and satisfied, make sure meals have a nice balance of protein, produce and grains in order to keep serotonin levels in check, reported Women’s Health magazine.

2011-02-11

Dress Your Salad with Good Fats

Two researchers recently called for the end of the term "low-fat," saying people should focus more on consuming good fats – poly- and monounsaturated – and less on trans and saturated fats

2009-09-09

Baking: Info & Tips

Canola oil is light, clear and has a mild flavor that does not interfere with the taste of baked goods. It blends easily with other ingredients to produce a moist product with soft texture. In addition, by replacing other solid fats with canola oil, recipes are not only lower in trans and saturated fat, but in their total fat content as well. These are great reasons for cooking and baking with canola oil!

2009-09-09

An Introduction to Cooking with Canola Oil

Fat plays several important roles in cooking. It acts as a heat transfer medium in frying, creates crisp textures and intense flavours when browning, moistens and tenderizes food, aids in leavening, creates emulsions and gives the mouth–feel we all enjoy.

2009-09-09

Deep-Frying: Info & Tips

Today, we know about the cholesterol in animal fats and are using more healthful vegetable oils, with high smoke points like canola, to fry our foods. Most people consider deep frying a high fat cooking method and while it does yield tasty results, it is usually considered as occasional cooking methods, for special meals.

2009-09-09

Fondue: Info & Tips

The success of fondue starts with the proper ingredients and equipment. Canola oil's mild flavour and high smoke point make it an ideal oil for fondue. Fondue is French for "melted". Traditional Burgundian fondue or fondue bourguignonne, refers to cooking vegetables and/or raw meats in a pot of simmering oil and serving them with a variety of delicious sauces.

2009-09-09

Grilling: Info & Tips

With very little preparation, you can create some flavorful barbeque dishes using marinades. Marinades usually combine oil, acids, herbs, spices, and often a sweetener. Acids such as vinegar, wine or citrus juices act as tenderizers while oils help foods retain moisture. Canola oil with its light taste allows marinade-seasoning flavors such as garlic, mustard, herbs, and other spices to dominate.

2009-09-09

Salads: Info & Tips

With any great salad there is a great vinaigrette! A basic vinaigrette blends an acid, usually vinegar, lemon juice, etc., with oil, salt, pepper and other seasonings. Canola oil, which is light in colour, texture, and taste is ideal for vinaigrettes. It allows for a smooth mouth feel without heaviness. The vinaigrette remains clear and free running when refrigerated.

2009-03-31

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Nutritious, Mexican-Inspired Recipes

Say "¡hola!, canola" this Cinco de Mayo and summer with delicious, better-for-you Mexican-inspired recipes made with canola oil.