Down-to-earth and delicious, this comforting Italian dish braises away to tenderness while you sit back and enjoy the company of guests. Serve with polenta.
Eastern Canada is one of the main sources of sustainable snow crab in North America, with the bulk of the snow crab being harvested from the frigid waters of the Gulf of St. Lawrence. These crustaceans are often sold precooked and frozen in clusters of legs and arms. To thaw the clusters in a flash, place them under running cold water for about 10 minutes.
Bring some Korean flair to the table with this flavourful dinner that’s packed with good-for-your veggies and tender ground beef.
Fresh spring rolls filled with noodles, crab, vegetables and tons of herbs served with a sweet-and-sour sauce is a great communal recipe — everyone can take turns wrapping a couple. This type of roll, originally a Vietnamese specialty, is so popular that it has become ubiquitous in Thai restaurants.
To get that rich, dark sauce, it's best to brown the meat before braising. The process takes a little time, but it layers in the flavour. Adding cocoa powder enriches the dish, too.
Layer after scrumptious layer of rich meat sauce, tender pasta and creamy cheese make this lasagna the best you'll ever have. The family-friendly classic is just as good when you make it ahead, so it's a Monday night lifesaver.
A creamy chicken filling pairs up with a flaky crust for a family dinner winner.
The sauce for this lasagna should be made the day before you want to serve the lasagna; it tastes better the second day! The final dish cuts beautifully when serving and the tomato meat sauce layer and cheese sauce layer combine perfectly for an awesome taste.
Chickpeas make the crust of this hearty pie colourful, fragrant and dense. Though the ingredients are many, a lot are pantry staples and the dish comes together easily for an impressive entree.
Spring rolls are always a big hit at parties, but they are usually deep-fried and high in fat. Baking spring rolls after brushing them with a touch of oil eliminates the need to deep-fry them, without sacrificing that lovely crispy exterior. You can find the wrappers in the freezer section of many grocery stores. Thaw according to package directions before using. Sambal oelek is widely available, but any hot pepper sauce will do.
