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The Kilted Chef did a recipe using chewy wild blueberries from Van Dyk's By Nature on CTV's What's For Dinner show this past winter. Check out the recipe below! Wild Blueberry Moroccan Chicken w/ Cinnamon Couscous1 tbsp olive oil2 cloves garlic minced6 chicken thighs, bone in and skin on (skin may be removed if you prefer)1 cup salsa¼ cup orange juice1/2 cup wild blueberries (we used Van Dyke’s chewy wild blueberries)¼ cup chopped dried apricots1 tbsp honey¾ tsp cumin½ tsp cinnamon¼ tsp paprika1/8 tsp turmeric1/3 cup slivered almondsPlace the olive oil into a heavy bottom cast iron pan or skillet.Add the garlic and cook for just 1 minute.Add the chicken and cook until golden brown on both sides.Combine the remaining ingredients into a bowl and mix well.Pour over the chicken.Reduce the heat to medium and cook for 20 minutes or until the juices from the chicken run clear.Baste from time to time.Serve the Moroccan chicken on a bed of couscous, topped with the toasted almondsCinnamon couscous1¼ cup chicken broth¼ tsp cinnamon1 cup couscousPlace the chicken broth and cinnamon in a heavy bottom saucepan and bring to a light boil.Add the couscous, give a good stir, and remove from the heat.Cover and let it sit for 5 minutes.To watch the video, check it out here: atlantic.ctvnews.ca/video?clipId=2127369&jwsource=cl&fbclid=IwAR3tPkGvOpQZa5u17SgGiOeeH5EiRx8UGFH... ... See MoreSee Less

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Chef Alain Bosse adds wild blueberries to a Moroccan chicken dish.

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Canadian Wild Blueberries

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Did you know that there is still constantly research being done on wild blueberries? We are always learning more about anthocyanins, how to best harvest, more about the conditions needed for them to thrive, and the varying health benefits and effects that they leave. Who knows what kind of interesting facts that this research will show in a few years! ... See MoreSee Less

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Canadian Wild Blueberries

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Looking for a healthy & refreshing breakfast? Check out this Wild Blueberry and Pineapple Mint Smoothie from Wild Blueberries.Wild Blueberry & Pineapple Mint SmoothieINGREDIENTS:1/4 cup frozen Wild Blueberries1 cup fresh pineapple6 fluid ounces coconut milk beverage (or milk of choice)1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, torn1 teaspoon chia seedsINSTRUCTIONS: Combine all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth.Enjoy immediately.What do you like to add into your smoothies regularly? www.wildblueberries.com/recipe/wild-blueberry-and-pineapple-mint-smoothie-2/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Canadian Wild Blueberries

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Years of studies and research have shown us that a good diet full of vitamin-rich foods (specifically ones that include wild blueberries) have proved to increase memory and general brain health! Another great reason to mind what we eat! ... See MoreSee Less

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Canadian Wild Blueberries

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The next time you're lucky enough to have company over for dinner, consider breaking out this recipe from The Kilted Chef! Wild Blueberry Stuffed Chicken (With Hunter Sauce)INGREDIENTS 2 chicken breasts skin on, bone-in1 tbsp butter1 tbsp canola oil2 sprigs thymeWild Blueberry Stuffing¼ cup wild blueberries¼ cup feta cheese2 tbsp chopped pecans1 tsp fresh thymepinch salt and pepperWild Blueberry Hunter Sauce1 tbsp canola oil1½ cups wild blueberries½ medium onion8 oz mushrooms sliced½ cup cherry tomatoes diced1 tbsp tomato paste½ tbsp Dijon mustard¼ cup red wine½ cup beef broth1 tsp fresh thymeINSTRUCTIONS Combine ingredients into a bowl and mix well.Preheat oven to 400°FDebone your chicken breast. Create a cavity inside the chicken breast for the stuffing.Place an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add butter & canola oil until thebutter has melted into the oil, and it begins to shimmer.Place the chicken breast skin side down in the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until golden brown. Flip chicken breast, add sprigs of thyme and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes, basting with pan juices.Remove chicken from the pan and place on a cutting board. Fill the cavity with the stuffing, returning it to the pan.Place pan into preheated oven at 400°F for 20 minutes.While chicken is cooking, prepare the hunter sauce.Wild Blueberry Hunter SauceHeat the canola oil over medium-high heat. Add blueberries and onions and cook until onions become soft. Add tomatoes and mushrooms. Continue cooking for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the Dijon mustard and tomato paste while cooking, stirring to combine.Deglaze the pan with the red wine and add the beef stock along with the thyme. Stir well and cook until the sauce has reduced by half.*Option* You can create a cornstarch slurry with 1 tsp cornstarch, 1 tsp water to thicken the sauce.Once the chicken has cooked, remove from the oven, cut in half and serve on a bed of your favourite greens. Top with the wild blueberry hunter sauce.canadianwildblueberries.ca/wild-blueberry-stuffed-chicken-breast-with-wild-blueberry-hunter-sauce/ ... See MoreSee Less

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