Puttanesca-Inspired Lasagne with Sausage

Adding fresh rapini and sausage to a Puttanesca-inspired sauce for lasagne is a perfect recipe to serve for heartier appetites at any kind of reunion. With only 20 minutes to prep you can make this the night before and pop it in the oven right before your guests arrive, leaving no fuss or muss the day of the party.

Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake Squares

Veal Cutlets With Homemade Chimichurri

Slow Cooker Split Pea and Smoked Turkey Soup

This classic Quebecois soup gets new life with the addition of smoked turkey instead of the traditional ham hock. Look for smoked turkey thighs instead of the legs - they've got more meat and less sinew. You can find them near the deli counter at the grocery store.

Roasted Pumpkin Pasta

As a lover of pumpkin and pasta it seemed like a natural fit. I love the flavour that roasting bring out in many ingredients. It's the simplicity of this dish that makes it extraordinary. I usually serve it with a spinach, mushroom, and red onion salad.

Cherry Tomato & Cucumber Panzanella

Maple Spice Poached Pears

Golden pears in maple-coloured syrup is an elegant, delicious dessert. Cooling the pears in the poaching liquid prevents their discolouration.

Mushroom Bruschetta With Spinach Artichoke Salad

This open-faced sandwich makes a light supper or lunch. For bigger appetites, you can double the recipe.

Blistered Caprese Bites

Blistering tomatoes over a fiery grill reveals their incredibly candy-like sweetness, which makes a good foil for the creamy cheese. 

Roasted Garlic Potato and Turnip Mash

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.