Pull-Apart Drop Biscuits

These biscuits have a wet dough (like dumplings) that is dropped onto the counter then tossed with just enough flour to shape, giving them a rustic appearance and light and flaky texture. They are easier – and a little messier – to make than rolled biscuits, but that's half the fun.

Mini No-Bake Cheesecakes

These mini-cheesecakes are served in 1/2-cup canning jars at Charcut Roast House, a popular Calgary eatery that specializes in charbroiled and rotisserie meats and charcuterie. Chef, owner and “Top Chef Canada” finalist Connie DeSousa shared this simple dessert recipe. In season, try substituting chopped fresh fruit or whole berries for the preserves.

Chicken and Cornmeal Buttermilk Dumplings

Cutting up a chicken is easy and economical.

Buttermilk Biscuits

These buttermilk biscuits are soft, buttery and sure to start your day off right. They're also a great make-ahead dough to keep in the freezer for an easy weekend brunch.

Peanut Butter Chocolate Brownies

Peanut butter is stiff, so an offset spatula is the best utensil to use for spreading.

Quick Chicken Parmesan Meatballs

Chocolate Silk Macadamia Nut Tart

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Slow Cooker Hot Cocoa Cake

Ideal for a fun dinner with friends or a cozy night at home, this fudgy cake is best served straight out of the slow cooker while still warm. For an extra treat, dust cocoa powder over top of the spiced whipped cream. Cost: $0.50/serving

Dutch Apple Pie Squares

These squares have all of the layered goodness of apple pie with the ease of a crumble.