A simple Asian-inspired marinade -- which includes pineapple juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic and onions -- make this sirloin bavette (very similar to flank steak) super tasty. Slice the steak 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!).
Cooking time: 1 hour.
Calories 347
Total Fat 15 g
Saturated Fat 5 g
Cholesterol 88 mg
Sodium 568 mg
Carbohydrates 4 g
Fiber 0 g
Sugar 3 g
Protein 41 g
A generous beef roast slow cooks all day with so many wonderful "barbequey" flavours. You will want to pile the tender beef onto buns as soon as it is done. Preparing this dish is like making your own BBQ sauce, without having to clean anything up. Prepared in the crock-pot.
Cooking time: 4-8 hours.
Calories 514
Total Fat 16 g
Saturated Fat 6 g
Cholesterol 153 mg
Sodium 1,903 mg
Carbohydrates 21 g
Fiber 1 g
Sugar 12 g
Protein 67 g
This quick and easy, crowd-pleasing dish is perfect for those busy weeknights when time seems to be going ten times faster than you'd like it to. Or those nights when you want to eat something comforting and delicious without a lot of effort. Yes, this has pasta and bacon...but it also has a full head of kale in it. Balance, people! Prepared on the stovetop. ***Will need to add a bit of your own olive oil during preparation***
Cooking time: 30 minutes.
Calories 516
Total Fat 26 g
Saturated Fat 8 g
Cholesterol 47 mg
Sodium 1,009 mg
Carbohydrates 46 g
Fiber 3 g
Sugar 1 g
Protein 26 g
Chunks of fresh boneless, skinless chicken breast slow-cook all day in a rich tomato mix. Just before serving add the mixture of black beans, kidney beans and corn. This chili is not spicy but hearty and healthy with wonderful fibre from the beans! Serve with corn chips and top with cheese and avocado. YUM! Prepared in the crock-pot.
Cooking time: 6-8 hours.
Calories 238
Total Fat 2 g
Saturated Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 22 mg
Sodium 912 mg
Carbohydrates 38 g
Fiber 9 g
Sugar 6 g
Protein 20 g
A wonderful shrimp entrée with garlic, onions, feta cheese and tomatoes. Quickly sauté the shrimp, allow the feta/tomato mix to melt-in and enjoy this quick-to-prepare, divine-tasting entree! Prepared on the stovetop.
Cooking time: 10 minutes.
Calories 224
Total Fat 11 g
Saturated Fat 4 g
Cholesterol 189 mg
Sodium 406 mg
Carbohydrates 4 g
Fiber 0 g
Sugar 1 g
Protein 26 g
Fall-off-the bone Maple Hill or Alberta Platinum chicken drumsticks seasoned with oregano, lemon and spices and topped with a healthy grating of feta cheese. YUM! Throw them in your slow cooker before you leave the house and come home to an amazing smelling kitchen and a tasty dinner when served with a fresh and crunchy Greek salad and/or roasted potatoes!
Cooking time: 4 hours.
Calories 528
Total Fat 38 g
Saturated Fat 11 g
Cholesterol 182 mg
Sodium 646 mg
Carbohydrates 1 g
Fiber 1 g
Sugar 1 g
Protein 43 g
Two wonderful cheeses melt into the macaroni pasta for gooey goodness. The pesto adds just the right amount of flavour and distinction to satisfy even the most discerning palates! Yum - mouths will water just thinking about this comfort food. Prepared on the stovetop.
Cooking time: 25 minutes.
Calories 528
Total Fat 20 g
Saturated Fat 10 g
Cholesterol 45 mg
Sodium 349 mg
Carbohydrates 62 g
Fiber 2 g
Sugar 7 g
Protein 23 g
Fresh sausage, chili powder and garlic are quickly sautéed and simmered with a corn, black bean, tomato, bell pepper & salsa sauce for a Mexican delight. Served with tortilla chips or over steamed rice (casserole-style), this dish is a hit. Prepared on the stovetop.
Cooking time: 20 minutes.
Calories 522
Total Fat 37 g
Saturated Fat 13 g
Cholesterol 86 mg
Sodium 1,200 mg
Carbohydrates 25 g
Fiber 6 g
Sugar 2 g
Protein 24 g
These are so delicious, we constantly get requests to bring them back! A warm blend of pesto, mozzarella and parmesan cheese along with diced all-white chicken fill the flour tortillas and bake in your oven for an ooey-gooey mozzarella, chicken and pesto delight! Prepared in the oven.
Cooking time: 20 minutes.
Calories 451
Total Fat 21 g
Saturated Fat 6 g
Cholesterol 55 mg
Sodium 727 mg
Carbohydrates 43 g
Fiber 4 g
Sugar 1 g
Protein 31 g
Calories 451
Total Fat 21 g
Saturated Fat 6 g
Cholesterol 55 mg
Sodium 727 mg
Carbohydrates 43 g
Fiber 4 g
Sugar 1 g
Protein 31 g
A slow cooker pineapple chicken recipe that combines boneless, skinless chicken breasts with pineapple, turmeric, and coconut milk for an outstanding and easy meal. Served over brown rice with a side of veggies, this is a delightfully healthy dish. As this meal slow cooks, it smells so good that you may want to eat it right out of the pot. Prepared in the slow cooker.
Cooking time: 4-8 hours.
Calories 242
Total Fat 6 g
Saturated Fat 3 g
Cholesterol 87 mg
Sodium 483 mg
Carbohydrates 10 g
Fiber 1 g
Sugar 7 g
Protein 36 g
Pistachio crusted pork tenderloin -- doesn't the name alone sound delicious? A wonderful lean cut of juicy pork tenderloin is complimented with a delicious blend of plum sauce, spices and pistachios. Prepared in the oven.
Cooking time: 30 minutes.
Calories 300
Total Fat 13 g
Saturated Fat 4 g
Cholesterol 101 mg
Sodium 616 mg
Carbohydrates 11 g
Fiber 1 g
Sugar 1 g
Protein 34 g
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.
Calories 243
Total Fat 17 g
Saturated Fat 10 g
Cholesterol 43 mg
Sodium 574 mg
Carbohydrates 19 g
Fiber 5 g
Sugar 6 g
Protein 6 g