The Menu

Nutritious (and delicious) spinach blends with the amazing flavours of feta and mozzarella cheeses, artichokes and fresh garlic to make this pasta bake a totally satisfying experience. These wonderful flavours will excite even the most dedicated meat eater! Prepared in the oven.  Whole grain penne pasta provided. 

Cooking time: 1.5 hours.

A sweet sauce of hoisin, honey, fresh ginger and slivered almonds make this generous portion of large shrimp taste terrific. Sauté on the stovetop and serve over rice for a quick and satisfying meal. 

Cooking time: 15 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.

A sweet honey garlic sauce infuses lean beef stir-fry with wonderful flavours.  Combine the saucy beef with green onions, carrots and green beans for a quick and tasty meal.  Prepared on the stovetop.

Cooking time: 20 minutes.

Pork side ribs are marinated in a Korean-inspired blend of soy sauce, honey, sesame oil and orange juice.  Sticky and delicious...just as ribs should be.  Prepared in the slow-cooker. 

Cooking time: 6-8 hours.

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.

Boneless pork chops are combined with a sweet plum sauce that will tantalize your taste buds! The red onions and garlic enhance the overall flavour of these plum glazed chops. Prepared on the BBQ, in the oven, or on the stove-top.

Cooking time: 30 minutes.

Lean, all-white chicken stir fry sautés in a simple marinade of soy, rice vinegar and a pinch of red pepper flakes. This scrumptious combination is then stir-fried with a tasty blend of green peas, white onions, red peppers and sesame seeds to create dinner for you and yours. Prepared on the stovetop. 

Cooking time: 20 minutes.

A ridiculously tender beef roast that is served alongside a delicious mushroom and onion gravy. Way too tasty for being way too easy! Prepared in the slow cooker.

Cooking time: 4-8 hours.

As September rolls in, our family starts craving hearty yet refreshing meals like this vibrant black bean, quinoa, mango, and vegetable medley. It's perfect for those warm early autumn evenings and makes a great leftover lunch the next day, with even richer flavours! Cook the organic quinoa on your stovetop while warming up the tasty additions. When the quinoa is cooked, toss everything together and voila! Rich in vitamin C, vitamin A, fibre, iron and folate -- this dish is tasty just as much as it is good for you! Note: this dish has a slight kick (chili powder). Note this dish is slightly spicy.

Cooking time: 15 minutes.

The fresh basil in this dish creates an absolutely divine flavour. Lean boneless, skinless chicken stir fry is simmered in an incredible Thai-inspired sauce to create the perfect meal. The flavours are wonderful and taste great served over steamed rice. Prepared on the stovetop. 

Cooking time: 20 minutes.

Who knew vegetarian could taste so good?  Chickpeas (great source of protein), feta cheese, black olives, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, carrots and more combine for the tastiest vegetarian wrap you'll have!  Tortillas are provided.  Baked in the oven. 

Cooking time: 20 minutes.

A simple Asian-inspired marinade -- which includes pineapple juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic and onions -- make these butcher-cut steaks super tasty. Slice the steaks into tender strips to top a light salad or serve alongside roasted or steamed veggies.   Prepared in the oven (or on the BBQ if you're brave!).

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.

We love the fresh taste of this vegetarian entree!  Carrots, spinach, onions, whole-grain rice & feta cheese combine to form the filling of a hearty and satisfying wrap.  Whole wheat tortillas are provided to wrap up the yummy-ness!  Despite what you might think, this meal is totally kid-friendly -- especially if you include a special (aka Geek yogurt) dipping sauce! Prepared in the oven.

Cooking time: 30 minutes.

Perfectly sliced beef stir fry is pan seared with fresh garlic and ginger and finished off with a deliciously sweet and savoury sauce.  Red peppers, green onions and delicious cashews round out this meal. Prepared on the stovetop.

Cooking time: 20 minutes.

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.

The wonderful flavours of artichokes, black olives, red peppers, sausage, basil and mozzarella cheese melt together in a flour tortilla. Great to serve at a gathering or with a side salad for a scrumptious meal.  Flour tortillas are provided.  Baked in the oven. 

Cooking time: 20 minutes.

This dish combines rich coconut milk with all-white chunks of chicken, pasta, corn and peas. This Thai-inspired (non-spicy) dish is so good, it will have you licking your bowl!  Prepared on the stove-top. Pasta provided.

Cooking time: 20 minutes.

Boneless, skinless chicken breasts marinate in a flavourful combination of soy sauce, ketchup and more. The flavour from this marinade stays with the chicken, even after you grill it.  Prepared on the BBQ or in the oven. 

Cooking time: 15-45 minutes.

This dish is fresh, healthy and delicious.  One of our go-to recipes when we know we want to eat something wonderful!  Baby shrimp, green peppers, corn, tomato, olives, and garlic simmer on the stovetop while the orzo (rice-shaped pasta) cooks.  Blended together this delightful dish is ready in minutes and tastes great too.  Prepared on the stovetop.  Orzo provided.

Cooking time: 20 minutes.

Braised in a chunky tomato sauce with extra virgin olive oil, onions, garlic and tarragon; these boneless pork chops will be a hit!  Rich Italian flavours burst in your mouth with these tender pork chops. Prepared in the oven. 

Cooking time: 30 minutes.

This is a hearty, rich, vegetarian chili with a kick! Perfect comfort food to eat when it's crackling fire/fuzzy sock weather. This dish also tastes great enjoyed as leftovers or for lunch the next day.

Cooking time: 60-75 minutes.

If our kids could eat tortellini every night for dinner, they probably would! A classic sauce (prepared by you!) of tomatoes, pesto, onions and garlic simmer on your stovetop while the cheese-filled tortellini boils away. Add the tortellini to the homemade sauce, mix it up, and voila! Perfect for a satisfying dinner at the end of a busy day. Tortellini provided. Prepared on the stovetop.

Cooking time: 20 minutes.