Multigrain Loaf

This loaf, with its lovely wheaty flavour, even crumb and rustic artisanal look, will make even novices into confirmed bread bakers. You do have to begin the day before to mix the flour, water and yeast starter, but all three loaves – multigrain, whole wheat and white – are worth it. For all three, we used Robin Hood Best for Bread flours.

English Shepherd’s Pie

Traditionally a way of using up leftover roast meat, this can be made with diced or minced lamb – either way, it’s a winner.
 

Mash hits

It was a piece of kitchen equipment that gave rise to the modern version of this meat and-mash dish. In the 1870s, the newfangled mincing machine made short work of processing offcuts of meat and a classic was born. It is widely believed that the dish came from the north of England and Scotland, where there are large numbers of sheep. Shepherd’s pie, as the name suggests, uses mutton or lamb, and is not to be confused with cottage pie, which contains minced beef. A regional variation is the Cumberland pie, which includes a layer of cheese and bread crumbs on top of the mashed potato.

Easy Apple-Cranberry Crisp

Frozen Grasshopper Pie

Mom's Monday Macaroni

This is the easiest thing to put together and always leaves you satisfied. Variation possibilities abound, so my family never tires of it. The traditional remains their favourite.

Nectarine and Cherry Brown Betty

Challah, or egg bread, adds a fresh twist to the old-fashioned brown betty. For ultimate crispness, this classic is best enjoyed right away. To use a cobbler topping instead, omit the water and add 2 tbsp all-purpose flour to the fruit. 

Herbed Green Bean Casserole

Enjoy this dish as a side with any meal.

Stuffed Jalapeno Peppers

Japanese-Style Breaded Pork

What's for Dinner? Delicious meals make the most comforting weeknight suppers.

Crab Cakes with Chipotle Mayonnaise