Make-Ahead recipes

  1. 691.

    Meatball Lasagna

    • The ingredient list may look long, but the techniques are straightforward and the results well worth the effort.
  2. 692.

    Meaty-orites

    • Crispy-coated meatballs  make delicious dippers for chili sauce, ketchup or salsa on the side.
  3. 693.

    Mediterranean Fusilli Salad

    • Fresh basil, hearty beans, piquant sun-dried tomatoes and al dente pasta make the perfect summer salad.
  4. 694.

    Mediterranean Seafood Soup

    • This hearty broth-and-seafood combination has vibrant colour as well as terrific flavour. Choose thick (1 inch/2.5 cm) fish fillets.
  5. 695.

    Meinhardt's Lamb Curry

    • Linda Meinhardt's kitchen is modelled after a philosophy of passion in cooking, using quality fresh ingredients for bold and innovative tastes....
  6. 696.

    Melon Berry Cup

    • For a nonalcoholic version, substitute white cranberry juice for the wine and reduce sugar to 2 tbsp (25 mL).
  7. 697.

    Mexican Chicken with Adobo Sauce

    • Mexico is famous for its chilies, which add sweetness, smokiness, fruity flavour and some heat to dishes. Serve with: Roasted potatoes, and...
  8. 698.

    Mexican-Spiced Fair Trade Chocolate Letters

    • Delicately spiced chocolates make a wonderful gift, particularly if they are the initial of the recipient, as is a Dutch custom. You'll find...
  9. 699.

    Middle Eastern Chicken Breast Salad

    • This summery grilled Middle Eastern–inspired salad gets delicious nuttiness from the tahini and pistachios.
  10. 700.

    Mike's Quick Lunch World-Famous Macaroni and Cheese

    • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In large Dutch oven, heat vegetable oil over medium heat; cook celery, onion, green pepper and basil, stirring...
  11. 701.

    Milk Pudding with Almonds, Pistachios and Cardamom (Ferni)

    • A simple blancmange-style pudding gets a burst of exotic flavour from nuts and spice to make it look and taste much more sophisticated than it...
  12. 702.

    Mille Feuille with Double Salmon and Crème Fraîche

    • Crème Fraîche: In covered container, whisk together sour cream and whipping cream; refrigerate for 24 hours or until thickened. Add dill,...
  13. 703.

    Mincemeat Crumble

    • Here's a treat for the beginner cook to tote to the office potluck. Serve with rum-spiked whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. For a larger group,...
  14. 704.

    Mini Almond Cakes

    • These little cakes are firm enough to dip into the chocolate fondue. Cut into halves to encourage one dip, one bite.
  15. 705.

    Mini Chicken Pot Pies

    • Serve ramekins of this classic comfort food on napkin-lined side plates with demitasse or small dessert spoons.
  16. 706.

    Mini Chocolate Chunkies

    • In a season of plenty, small is good. But the small has to be excellent, as in this one-bite drop cookie with a huge hit of chocolate and a...
  17. 707.

    Mini Choux Puffs

    • This makes more than you will need for the consommé, but extras can be frozen. For a real showstopper, fill these tiny profiteroles with a smooth,...
  18. 708.

    Mini Falafel

    • Not just for vegetarians, this easy-to-make Middle East specialty will become a favourite for entertaining.
  19. 709.

    Mini Fruit Puddings

    • Every holiday season, friends and family of freelance chef Joanne Leese look forward to receiving her adorable miniature fruit puddings. Each one...
  20. 710.

    Mini Lemon Scones with Strawberries and Cream

    • Don't worry about leftovers; scones freeze well and are perfect for breakfast. Devonshire cream (a clotted cream from England) is very thick and...
  21. 711.

    Mini Mango Sugar Cookie Sandwiches

    • These delicate dainties are a refreshing shower treat. Make the cookies small as directed, or cut out larger shapes to suit the occasion. You can...
  22. 712.

    Mini Panettone Cookies

    • These cookies have all the flavour of the classic Italian festive bread.
  23. 713.

    Mini Quiches Lorraine

    • Though you may have a touch of filling left over, resist the urge to overfill these mini-tarts, or they may stick to the foil cups.
  24. 714.

    Mini Tiramisu

    • Dry crisp ladyfingers, sometimes labelled savoiardi, work better than the soft ones in this recipe.
  25. 715.

    Mini-Cheeseburgers

    • This holiday season, concentrate your favourite foods into these make-ahead mini-bites. From tiny versions of comfort foods, such as pizza and...
  26. 716.

    Mini-Lasagnas

    • Because these individual lasagnas use light cheeses, they are lower in calories and fat than store-bought versions.
  27. 717.

    Mini-Latkes with Smoked Salmon

    • Tiny dollar-size latkes make crispy, delicious bases for lots of great toppings. Follow our suggestions and garnish with salmon or caviar, or get...
  28. 718.

    Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Pie

    • Everyone loves ice cream pie. You can also use other favourite flavours of ice cream, such as strawberry, coffee and raspberry ripple.
  29. 719.

    Mint Chocolate Sandwich Cookies

    • Rich chocolate cookies with funky mint green ice cream is strikingly delicious. So are the chocolate cookies teamed with raspberry ripple for a...
  30. 720.

    Minty Melon Salsa

    • Minty Melon Salsa is a natural partner for leg of lamb or lamb chops.


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