Saucy Cajun Round Steak

Less-tender cuts of meat, such as this, are not only inexpensive but also lean and high in protein and iron. You can use a pressure cooker to speed things up, or you can simmer it on the stove top or in a slow-cooker. Serve with mashed potatoes and corn.

Beef and Bean Casserole With Cheese Biscuits

Honey-Roasted Root Vegetables with Coriander Hummus

Sweet Chunky Chicken Curry

Adjust this spicy-sweet curry to your heat tolerance – mild, medium or hot curry powder all work well. Tomato paste helps thicken the sauce in a hurry, but make sure you add it after the vegetables have softened or the acid in it will prevent them from becoming tender. Serve with warm naan and wedges of lime to squeeze over top.

Venison Stew with Chinese Flavours

This Chinese-style stew is wonderful served over noodles or rice. If you wish, you can add reconstituted dried shiitake mushrooms and use the soaking liquid to replace the same amount of water in the recipe. You also can make this stew with any game meat.

Mexican Pork and Black Bean Soup

This chunky soup is all about the fixings! Crisp lettuce, fiery radishes, creamy avocado and tangy sour cream top bowls of tender pork, beans and vegetables to make a balanced supper. Buy whole canned tomatoes and crush them with your hands for a rustic texture.

Pork With Mushroom Sauce

Serve this satisfying main with creamy mashed potatoes.

HOMEMADE HUMMUS

Nutritious, versatile and totally delicious, homemade hummus is the perfect snack any time of day.

Avocado & Bacon Breakfast Bagels

An elevated version of the classic BLT, this flavour-filled breakfast is all you need to start the day off right.

Broccoli and Brown Butter Fusilli With Toasted Almonds

Brown butter makes an easy yet luscious sauce for this elegant pasta. Swap the fusilli for any other short pasta—penne or orecchiette are great options. If you prefer a milder taste, reduce the amount of hot pepper flakes.