The Menu

Braised stew beef is simmered in a rich gravy of chipotle peppers, tomatoes and beef broth, and enhanced with corn and black beans. We love it! Such a warming, satisfying meal any night of the week. Cooked in the crock-pot.

Cooking time: 6-8 hours.

If you enjoy pumpkin, this dish is for you! A hearty, delicious and easy fall meal that is also dairy, sugar, and gluten-free! Stir-fry lean chunks of chicken with some garlic, onions and cauliflower, combine it with the creamy pumpkin sauce and broil it in the oven casserole-style. Serve over a bed of spinach or roasted spaghetti squash for a satisfying weeknight meal. Yum!

Cooking time: 25-30 minutes.

This yummy dish makes it easy to squeeze more fish into your weekly meal planning. Mild, family-friendly haddock combines with classic Italian flavours -- black olives, tomatoes and extra virgin olive oil -- for a quick and light mid-week dinner. Simmer on the stovetop and serve over wild rice (not provided).

Cooking time: 15 minutes.

Pure Canadian maple syrup enhances the Dijon mustard & spice mix to make this pork roast especially juicy and oh-so-tasty. We've been asked several times to bring this back!  Prepared in the slow cooker or in the oven. 

Cooking time: 1-10 hours.

A comforting supper dish perfect for the entire family. Fun pasta spirals (cavatappi), pepperoni, parsley and tomatoes make this a family favourite.  Prepared on the stovetop.  Pasta provided.

Cooking time: 20 minutes.

We love juicy, tender oven-roasted chicken drumsticks at our house. This recipe combines classic Portuguese flavours -- paprika, garlic, lemon, oregano and, of course, piri piri sauce -- with the fun of eating meat right off the bone. The must-have ingredient, piri piri sauce, is a hot sauce made from bird's eye chilis. It adds an exciting "zip" to the dish but it's not one of those scary hot sauces that hurts to eat. It's delicious! And goes great with roasted potatoes or rice.

Cooking time: About one hour.

It's like a (meatless) party in your mouth! Quinoa, black beans, corn and mild green chilies are covered with a delicious from-scratch enchilada sauce and baked in the oven until you have protein-packed cheesy goodness. This dish is easy to assemble ahead and bake when you're ready-to-eat. Plus, leftovers are delicious so it's perfect to have for lunch the next day! Cooked on the stovetop and baked in the oven.

Cooking time: 35-40 minutes.

Mild custom-made sausage links bake in your oven with a scrumptious mix of tomatoes, red peppers, parsley and a hint of smoky flavour. Serve with rice (provided) and you will enjoy a tasty sausage feast. Prepared in the oven.  **Rice provided. 

Cooking time: 40 minutes.

Okay...we know you love pulled pork tacos, but what about pulled beef?  The meat in this dish is so yummy and tender.  A beef roast slow cooks in your slow cooker with the wonderful flavours of chili powder, salsa, corn and more.  Once it's cooked and shredded, crinkle some tortilla chips on top or spoon them into corn tortillas and enjoy.  Prepared in the slow cooker.

Cooking time: 6-8 hours.

A Thai restaurant favourite is about to become a favourite in your home.  This Thai soup has a creamy, silky texture and is filled with the delicious flavours of chicken, lime, coconut and coriander. We add some peas and red peppers to the mix as well.  Rice noodles (provided) is mixed in with the soup before serving.  It's like a chicken noodle soup, Thai style!  Prepared on the stovetop.

Cooking time: 20 minutes.

Green beans, sliced okra, tomatoes, cauliflower & more combine to make a healthy and filling vegetarian dish. A wonderful spice blend along with a bit of cream and cashews brings these unique flavours together. If you like your veggies and want to try something full of flavour, give this a try! Prepared on the stovetop. 

Cooking time: 20 minutes.

Pork side ribs are slow-cooked in a zesty rib sauce that will have you licking your fingers!  Ketchup, mustard, brown sugar and more...the classic fixings for a rib sauce.  Prepared in the crock-pot or in the oven.

Cooking time: 2-8 hours.

Who doesn't enjoy eating a drumstick?! A generous portion of juicy Alberta Platinum chicken drumsticks cook with a delicious chili and brown sugar sauce that will have you licking your fingers! Prepared in the oven or on the grill.

Cooking time: 60 minutes.

A delicious beef roast slow cooks all day in your crockpot with a wonderful marinade that will have you drooling! Shred or slice the beef, serve on crusty rolls and use the au jus for dipping! Prepared in the crockpot.

Cooking time: 6-8 hours.

We (and our kids) can't get enough of the variety of quesadilla combinations out there.  This vegetarian option combines black beans, mozzarella and feta cheeses, marinara sauce and red peppers.  An all-around tasty meal.  Prepared in the oven.  Tortillas provided.

Cooking time: 20 minutes.

Cauliflower, onions, shredded cheese, cream cheese and veggies slow cook in your crock-pot for a nourishing bowl of chili.  Serve with a hunk of fresh bread and a side salad and you will have the whole family smiling about this creamy bowl of goodness.  Prepared in the crock-pot.

Cooking time: 5-6 hours.

Bacon and mushrooms add delicious flavour to juicy boneless, skinless chicken thighs simmered in a tomato, balsamic and olive oil reduction.  Sautéed and simmered on the stovetop. 

Cooking time: 25 minutes.

Lean boneless, skinless chicken breasts are coated in a deliciously crispy coating of crisped rice cereal and a bit of butter to keep them nice and juicy.  A delicious meal the whole family will love!  Prepared in the oven. 

Cooking time: 40 minutes.

Stewing beef becomes oh-so-tender as it slow cooks in your crock-pot.  Chili spices (not spicy), kidney beans, corn, and baked beans with tomatoes make this hearty meal the complete experience.  Perfect as the days turn cooler.  Prepared in the crock-pot.

Cooking time: 4-8 hours.

Honey-coated pecans toast in the oven with a touch of ginger while you bake the boneless pork chops.  If you enjoy the sound of a honey-pecan combo in your mouth, you will love this entrée.  Baked in the oven. 

Cooking time: 30 minutes.

This slow cooker recipe is delicious. A warmed blend of brown sugar, soy sauce, ketchup, garlic and ginger will flavour your side pork ribs in the Crock-Pot as they cook.  Mmm....sticky and delicious.

Cooking time: 5-8 hours.

A pasta bake we know you'll love (because you told us)!  Generous chunks of sausage pieces bake with a delectable blend of cheddar cheese, corn, Tex Mex spices and tomatoes to make this pasta dish a tasty treat. Prepared on the stove-top and finished in the oven.  Pasta provided. 

Cooking time: 30 minutes.

A mixture of mozzarella cheese, diced all-white chicken, a satay peanut sauce, diced carrots and more combine for a delicious pita topping.  Pitas are provided.  Prepared in the oven. **This dish contains peanuts**

Cooking time: 20 minutes.

This pork roast slowly cooks in a fabulous combination of tomatoes, basil, green peppers and onions until it becomes so tender that the pork falls apart. The sauce is a classic combination of Italian flavours and goes great over pasta, served on buns, or simply over rice.  Prepared in the crock-pot.

Cooking time: 7-9 hours.