What's Up Yukon columnist Sydney Keddy (Oland) is a recipe developer who lives in Whitehorse. Her work can be found in The Boston Globe, Seriouseats.com as well as other publications.
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Sydney Keddy (Oland)
Sydney Keddy
Weeknight crepes
Crepes make a great light dinner. They are somewhere between a ‘breakfast for dinner’ type meal and making dessert the star of the show. Jam is generally my go-to with these simple crepes, but you could fill them will all sorts of savoury bits. Read more
Issue: 2019-10-02, PHOTO: Sydney Oland
Beet and potato galette
We’re heading into root vegetable season, and with the local school vegetable fundraiser on our doorsteps again, here’s a quick easy way to use up some of your potatoes and beets that feels a bit fancier than just a simple roast. Thinly slicing... Read more
Issue: 2019-09-25, PHOTO: Sydney Keddy
Peach and blueberry crumble
Now is the time to get in as much end-of-season fruit as you can handle. This simple crumble is great with pretty much any combination of fruits, just make sure they’re super ripe and flavourful... Read more
Issue: 2019-09-11, PHOTO: Sydney Keddy
Grouse poppers
Grouse are the best. They’re super fun to hunt, super easy to prepare, and easy and delicious to cook. These little poppers are an easy way to eat a grouse breast. Simply season, wrap in bacon and roast until cooked through. Read more
Issue: 2019-09-18, PHOTO: Sydney Keddy
Creamed spinach on toast
Creamed spinach is a great side dish, but can also be a full meal if you top it with an egg and serve it on some thick sliced bread. This version streamlines the process by using cream cheese instead of any sort of milk/flour combination... Read more
Issue: 2019-09-04, PHOTO: Sydney Keddy
Peanut noodles with napa cabbage
Simple, fast and even a bit healthy is the trifecta of weeknight dinners. This recipe nails all three and can be made even healthier by adding more veggies! Read more
Issue: 2019-08-28, PHOTO: Sydney Keddy
Meatballs with cilantro, ginger and fish sauce
Thai-inspired meatballs are a simple mid-week meal. They come together quickly and are cooked in less than 30 minutes. Serve them with a bowl of plain white rice, or try stuffing them into lettuce cups for a healthy, flavourful meal. Read more
Issue: 2019-08-21, PHOTO: Sydney Keddy
Lemony hummus
Packaged hummus at the grocery store is expensive and full of preservatives. Instead of buying it there, make it at home and save yourself some money! This version uses lots of lemon to keep it super fresh. Read more
Issue: 2019-08-14, PHOTO: Sydney Keddy
Fennel and chicken liver salad
Chicken livers are super simple to cook and a great ingredient to play with if you’re just starting to fool around with offal. Read more
Issue: 2019-08-07, PHOTO: Sydney Keddy
Candied bacon with black pepper
Candied bacon makes a great addition to a cheese plate or salad. It can also serve as a snack on its own, either during a picnic or on a hike. Read more
Issue: 2019-07-31, PHOTO: Sydney Keddy
Number one, with a bullet
Almost a year into its brick and mortar bagel shop in Horwood's Mall, Whitehorse’s own bit of bagel bliss is going strong. Read more
Issue: 2019-07-31, PHOTO: Sydney Keddy
Charred corn and asparagus tacos
Farmers’ markets, backyard barbeques, impromptu get-togethers, camping trips—these are what make a summer special. But they also fill your fridge with a mashup of ingredients without any sort of plan or direction. Read more
Issue: 2019-07-24, PHOTO: Sydney Keddy
Moose and corn turnovers
Anyone who hunts knows that when you harvest an animal you’re always going to end up with a ton of ground meat. These turnovers are great with any sort of ground and make a fantastic snack to have with a few cocktails, or even a light, quick lunch. Read more
Issue: 2019-07-17, PHOTO: Sydney Keddy
Toasted sesame peanut noodles
Noodle salads are a staple for brown bag lunches, picnics and day hikes. This fast vegan dish is simple and filling and stays in its prime for days, making it ideal for those long hikes. Read more
Issue-2019-07-10, PHOTO: Sydney Keddy
Bacon wrapped, blue cheese stuffed dates
These sweet and savoury little bites are sometimes called devils on horseback, but they are always delicious and make a great addition to weekend appies served alongside cocktails. Read more
Issue: 2019-07-03, PHOTO: Sydney Keddy
Roasted tomato panzanella salad
Panzanella is a traditional Italian way of using old bread and lovely fresh tomatoes. While the original version uses crusty Italian bread, this version is geared more towards using up leftover rolls from summer parties with friends. Read more
Issue: 2019-06-26, PHOTO: Sydney Keddy
Rosemary grilled herring
Grilled whole fish are easy and delicious and a great break from the classic hotdogs and burgers. Herring are an inexpensive fish, making them a great place to start if you’ve never grilled fish before. Read more
Issue: 2019-06-12, PHOTO: Sydney Keddy
Weeknight eggplant parmesan
No breading and a quick pan fry makes this eggplant parmesan quick and easy enough for a weeknight dinner. Read more
Issue: 2019-06-05, PHOTO: Sydney Keddy
Meatball subs with simple marinara
Savory balls tucked into crispy bread and dripping with gooey cheese. This classic sub shop favorite is easy to make at home. If you’re having people over for lunch, or planning to take them on a picnic, you can make the meatballs and sauce, then... Read more