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A sheltered ski track at Bittersweet Trail near Rossendale, Man.

Rural Manitoba: Discover your next winter adventure

Few places do winter better than rural Manitoba

By Donna Gamache February 7, 2024

Winter doesn’t mean it’s time to hibernate. From swooshing down the hill on skis or a toboggan, tramping through a frosty forest on snowshoes or zipping around a skating loop, if you’re a lover of outdoor activity, the drop in temperatures signals a whole new lineup of possible activities. Winter is far from the favourite

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Manitoba Flavours: Pomegranate Feta Turkey Burger

Plus, Carrot and Turnip Casserole

By Manitoba Co-operator Staff September 25, 2019

Pomegranate Feta Turkey Burger Patties 6 oz. block feta cheese 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 lb ground turkey 2 eggs, lightly beaten 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs 1/2 tsp dried thyme Sauce 1/2 cup pomegranate juice 2 tsp cornstarch 1/2 lemon, zested and juiced 4 cardamom pods (optional) 2 tsp sugar 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds

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Manitoba Flavours: One-Pan Chicken Dijon

Plus, BBQ Chicken Bacon Bites

By Manitoba Co-operator Staff August 9, 2019

One Pan Chicken Dijon Ingredients 2 tbsp. canola or olive oil 8 medium chicken drumsticks (about 2 lbs.) 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. freshly ground pepper 1 small finely chopped onion 4 garlic cloves, minced 1-1/2 c. low-sodium chicken broth 1 tsp. ground coriander 1/2 tsp. dried basil 2 tbsp. Dijon mustard (or grainy Dijon

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Manitoba Flavours: Perogy zucchini boats

Plus, Grilled zucchini with Italian seasoning

By Manitoba Co-operator Staff August 2, 2019

Grilled Zucchini with Italian Seasoning Ingredients 1-2 medium zucchini 1-2 tbsp. canola oil 1-2 tsp. Italian Seasoning (basil, oregano, salt, pepper, garlic powder) Instructions 1. Preheat grill to medium high. 2. Wash and slice zucchini in 1.5-cm (1/2-inch) slices. Do not peel. 3. Brush oil on both sides of each zucchini slice. 4. Sprinkle seasoning

This steep cliff face near Cartwright allowed human hunters on foot to harvest the massive bison herds of the central plains.

Country Crossroads, Other

Visit Manitoba’s buffalo jumps

Other sights on the western Prairies are more famous, but don’t miss this slice of Indigenous history closer to home

By Donna Gamache July 19, 2019

Perhaps you have heard about the famous attraction in southwestern Alberta called Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump — but were you aware that Manitoba has similar sites? In the southern part of our province, just north of the village of Cartwright, is the Clay Banks Buffalo Jump. Many years ago, when bison still roamed these vast stretches

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Manitoba Flavours: Brown Sugar Glazed Chops

Plus, try this Brown Rice and Toasted Bean Salad as a complement

By Manitoba Co-operator Staff July 12, 2019

Brown Sugar Glazed Chops Ingredients 1/2 c. (125 ml) packed brown sugar 1/2 c. (125 ml) apple juice 1/4 c. (50 ml) canola oil 1 tbsp. (15 ml) sodium-reduced soy sauce 1/2 tsp. (2 ml) ground ginger 1 tbsp. (15 ml) cornstarch 1/2 c. (125 ml) water Salt and ground black pepper to taste 6

Country Crossroads, Other

Plan a visit to the east side of Riding Mountain National Park

Here you’ll find hiking and biking trails, great scenery, wildlife and the historic gate

By Donna Gamache June 28, 2019

Visitors to Riding Mountain National Park often spend most of their time in the Wasagaming/Clear Lake area, with perhaps part of a day at Lake Audy to see the bison. But Highway No. 19 on the east side of the park can be rewarding in several ways — stretching your muscles on the hiking and

Enjoy your time together as a family outdoors, and don’t forget hydrating drinks and sunscreen.

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Enjoy lounging outdoors with a refreshing beverage

It doesn’t take much to dress up plain water for a healthy treat

By Julie Garden-Robinson June 24, 2019

Wait. Stop the van,” I said to my husband. He knew what I saw and pulled to the side of the street. “We can fix them!” I said with enthusiasm. He sighed rather heavily. Yes, he’s usually the fixer and I am the painter. Actually, sometimes I just decide where to put things. I had

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Planning your preserves

Now is a good time to think about what your summer calendar looks like, how you’re going to manage your freezer space and how you’ll fit in preserving all of your favourites

By Getty Stewart June 10, 2019

As I finish planting the last of my garden, my thoughts turn to preserving. It seems early to think about canning, jamming and freezing, but now’s the perfect time to plan what, when and how I will preserve my favourite fruits and vegetables. Unlike last year, I do not want to miss blueberry season again.

Country Crossroads, Local news, Other

Visit the site of old Fort Ellice

A good destination for birdwatchers and those interested in history

By Donna Gamache May 13, 2019

For history buffs and keen birders, an interesting spot to visit is the site of old Fort Ellice, southwest of St. Lazare, Manitoba. This area is also part of the Ellice-Archie and Spy Hill Community Pasture, formerly PFRA (Prairie Farm Rehabilitation Administration), that straddles the Manitoba-Saskatchewan border. It was recently included as part of Manitoba’s

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Rural Manitoba: Discover your next winter adventure

Manitoba Flavours: Pomegranate Feta Turkey Burger

Manitoba Flavours: One-Pan Chicken Dijon

Manitoba Flavours: Perogy zucchini boats

Visit Manitoba’s buffalo jumps

Manitoba Flavours: Brown Sugar Glazed Chops

Plan a visit to the east side of Riding Mountain National Park

Enjoy lounging outdoors with a refreshing beverage

Planning your preserves

Visit the site of old Fort Ellice

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