Budget Steak for a Bunch

Ottawa columnist Pam Collacott's marinade adds taste and tenderness to a budget steak. Slice thinly and serve with grilled potatoes and veggies. Tuck leftovers into rolls or toss into a salad for lunch the next day.

Dutch Meatball Soup

Catherine Van Hezewijk, mother of test kitchen home economist Susan, often makes this traditional soup, which is the inspiration for our streamlined version.

Barbecued Tofu with Grilled Endives

Slow Cooker Sweet and Tangy Barbecue Brisket

Brisket is an ideal cut for the slow cooker because the long, slow cooking renders it ultra-tender. Serve with rolls to soak up the sauce.

Slow-Cooker Beef Stew

Miami Glazed Ribs

Maple & Rosemary Grilled Short Ribs

Hanger Steak in Red Wine Marinade

Slow Cooker Chili Barbecue Sauce

In a world of zany new flavours, sometimes all you want is a reliably delicious sauce – one everyone will like. This is it. Try it on meatballs, brisket, short ribs, baby back ribs, chicken pieces, pork tenderloin and chops, or anywhere else you want to slather on a no-nonsense barbecue sauce.

Thick-Cut Sirloin Steak

Ask the butcher to cut the steak 2 inches (5 cm) thick for this party-size steak.