Apple Strudel Cups

These hand-held cups not only take less time to make than a full-size strudel but also result in less mess for guests. Use sweet-tart baking apples for the best flavour.

Chocolate Phyllo Cigars

Crispy on the outside with a dark chocolate filling, these flaky bites are both easy and elegant. Have a package of phyllo dough on hand in your freezer to make these treats for last-minute guests.

Spiced Beef and Spinach Rice

Everyday ground spices add oodles of flavour to simple ground beef. If spicy dishes are right up your alley, add a generous pinch of cayenne pepper along with the cumin and curry powder. Serve topped with a dollop of yogurt, if desired. Cost: $2.40/serving

Grilled Peach Melba Sundae

During the height of summer, grilled peaches make an ideal treat. To ensure your fruit holds its shape on the grill, choose peaches that are ripe but firm. Prepare your raspberry sauce in advance: When dessert time rolls around, just grill your fruit and scoop your ice cream.

Pumpkin Carrot Cake with Brown Sugar Frosting & Candied Nuts

Rich Brandied Fruitcake

Preparation for fruitcake is now a lot faster given today's quality diced candied peel and seeded raisins. Thank goodness the flavour is still as good as it was in my mother's day.

Fruitcake Biscotti

We've taken the best of everything that fruitcake has to offer and captured it in our favourite biscotti. This modern and festive treat is delicious with a cup of coffee or tea after dinner.?

Rich Brandied Fruitcake

Preparation for fruitcake is now a lot faster, given today's quality diced candied peel and seeded raisins. Thank goodness the flavour is still just as good as it used to be.

Vegan Tahini Maple Cookies

Topped with sesame seeds, these vegan tahini cookies make a not-too-sweet treat that’s full of flavour.

Quick Fruitcake Loaf

This easy loaf is for all you procrastinating fruitcake lovers.