Fresh herbs, lemon and a hint of cayenne transform simple cauliflower and inexpensive drumsticks into an elegant meal. Keep a close eye on the chicken once you set the broiler; it can quickly go from perfectly golden to burned if you aren't careful.
The secret to this light, fresh pasta is in the cooking liquid: It’s flavourful and starchy, which helps coat the noodles.
Slightly sweet and peppery turnips hold their own in this extra-creamy mash, adding a welcome hit of flavour to the classic comforting side. Make it ahead and simply pop the dish in the oven to reheat before your meal.
Burritos keep it simple for a casual weekend brunch. You can use either mild or hot sausages or try bratwurst, farmer's or breakfast sausages instead. For extra pizzazz, top with guacamole and sour cream.
Earthy spiced ribs are delicious plain, but they also go perfectly with this tangy sweet pineapple relish that comes together in minutes. If you're a spice addict, kick up the heat even further by doubling the cayenne.
Browning the chicken on the stovetop before finishing it in the oven makes the skin extra crispy. You can substitute the wheat berries with the same amount of barley, spelt berries or brown rice.
Everything we love about a spanakopita, but on top of a delicious sweet potato.
Japanese udon noodles, which cook in a matter of minutes, soak up all of the slightly spicy umami-rich sauce in this stir-fry. Cubes of golden tofu make the meat-free supper substantial. You can also use cubed chicken or pork. Cost: $2/serving
