Lamb Meatballs in Lemon Sauce

In the eastern Mediterranean, especially Greece and Turkey, assertively flavoured meatballs simmered in a slightly tart lemon sauce is a favourite dish. Serve with rice and a side salad of tomatoes and cucumber with olive-oil-and-lemon dressing.

Frozen Nanaimo Pie

We've turned the classic B.C. bar into an easy three-step pie—all without the need of an oven! Custard powder gives softened ice cream the same taste as the bar's signature creamy filling; pour it over a nutty crust and top with ganache for a minimal-effort dessert that wows.

Peach Blackberry Cheesecake Tart

Almonds and peaches are both part of the rose family, which explains why they pair so beautifully together.

Saslove's Turkey Meat Loaves

Saslove's Meat Market, a family-run business since 1954 with two locations in Ottawa, has expanded operations at its Wellington Street shop to include prepared foods, salads and sausages as well as beef, pork, lamb, poultry and game meats, some organically raised. For their popular turkey meat loaf, they suggest surrounding it with Paprika-Roasted Potatoes. all covered with mushroom sauce.

Milk Chocolate Scones

These not-too-sweet scones are a delicious treat any time of day but make a decadent addition to brunch. Pop them into the oven after the bread pudding and potatoes come out. By the time the pudding has rested, the scones will be ready.

Crab Dumplings with Tarragon Mayonnaise

Irish Cream Brownie Bites

These little treats are topped with a decadent Irish cream–flavoured ganache. For a kid-friendly version, substitute 1-1/2 tsp vanilla for the liqueur. Sprinkle the tops with silver or gold sprinkles, if desired.

Turkey Breast Stuffed with Fennel and Red Pepper

Bulb fennel isn't a new vegetable, but its popularity is fairly recent in Canada. You can slice it, crunchy and fresh, into a salad or cook it to enhance the mild licorice flavour as we have done for the stuffing in this no-carve turkey breast.

Rhubarb Sour Cream Pie

This old-fashioned favourite features a custard filling and crumbly topping.

Wild Rice and Broccoli Casserole

Enjoys creating this potluck favourite, which is great for vegetarians.