Pear, Almond and Cherry Stuffing

The fruit and nuts can be easily replaced with the same quantity of apples, raisins, hazelnuts or any other favourites. We bake this on the side because we love the crispy top, but you can use it as a turkey stuffing to put into the bird just before roasting.

Shining Star Chelsea Buns

Glazed, cinnamony and full of nuts and raisins, these are truly irresistable. If you do not have a star-shaped pan, use a cake pan or just arrange the buns on a greased baking sheet in desired shape. We even have bread machine instructions, in the Additional Information section below.

Creamy Rice Pudding

The hint of spice adds just the right amount of flavour to this ever-popular simple dessert. You can add 2 tbsp (25 mL) golden raisins or cranberries, or garnish with a sprinkle of toasted sliced almonds. If you want to serve it cold, just add 1/4 cup (50 mL) more milk.

Maple Butter Tarts

The country is divided. No, not just about the Oilers versus the Habs, or the Leafs duelling with the Sens. It's about how you line up when it comes to butter tarts – gooey or custardy? This recipe sides with the custardy, and instead of making bakers choose between nuts or raisins and currants, we've included them all.

Crispy Polenta with Vegetable Ragù

A bit of pesto adds complexity to this quick sauce, without the need to simmer it for hours. This recipe feeds a larger group, so it's perfect for easy entertaining, but it can easily be halved for an everyday dinner. Top the ragù with a bit of extra shaved Parmesan, if desired. Serve with our Sautéed Kale with Golden Raisins.

Best Butter Tarts

Whether runny or firm, with raisins or nuts, butter tarts are treats that never go out of style. Because any sugar filling that overflows the pastry hardens quickly and sticks to the pan, be sure to remove the tarts as directed. Or count on family members to hang around the kitchen waiting to eat the tarts that stick and break.

Middle Eastern Couscous Bowl

When you have leftover roast chicken from Sunday dinner, this is an easy and utterly tasty way to make it shine. This bowl is great for using up leftover cooked couscous too (if you don't have any, just prepare it according to the package directions). If you don't have raisins in the pantry, substitute sliced dried apricots, and add a crunchy garnish of toasted sliced almonds.

Bagel Mania

Bagel fans make a ritual of picking up freshly baked bagels at their favourite bakery. Even if you don't live near a bakery specializing in bagels, you can enjoy these tasty rings of bread if you bake them yourself. Just follow our simple step-by-step cooking lesson. The satisfying chewy texture of bagels makes them an ideal choice for breakfast on the run, a quick lunch or snack any time of the day. They're delicious with sandwich fillings — great for perking up a lunch box. Teamed with cream cheese and smoked salmon, they make a casual brunch. If you prefer whole grains, you'll enjoy the whole wheat and rye variations of our simple bagel recipe. Cinnamon raisin bagels make a wonderful breakfast treat and the cheese or herb bagels taste terrific any time.

Apple Oatmeal

Rum & Buttertart Muffins

Rum & Buttertart Muffins