Prune and Lemon Filled Doughnuts

Serve these doughnuts warm to holiday houseguests and they'll never want to leave. The prune and lemon filling gives these a sweet and sophisticated flavour, but you can substitute whatever jam you have on hand if you prefer. Save the scraps from the second round of doughnuts to fry and roll in sugar as a bonus treat.
 

George's Skinny Pancakes

In spite of my dad's overwhelming affinity for all things healthy, he's got a fantastic sweet tooth, curbed only by hunks of chocolate cake and my late grandmother's Hungarian skinny pancakes, or palacsinta. He would hover near the stove as she turned out stacks of these airy, milky, thinner-than-crêpes treats, sneaking every other one to slather with jam (plum or cherry) and stuff in his mouth. Sprinkle these with cinnamon sugar and roll them up, or spread them with jam. They can also be enjoyed along with savoury soups or stews, such as paprikash or goulash, to scoop up the juices. – Rheanna Kish

California Roll Burgers with Wasabi Mayonnaise

Sushi lovers will enjoy these golden burgers with all the fun elements of a California roll. Surimi — imitation shellfish usually made from pollock and flavoured with crab or lobster — is available in the refrigerator or freezer section of most grocery stores and makes these large patties affordable.

Southwestern Beef Patties with Red Onion Lime Relish

Give your burgers a southwestern kick with this beef patty recipe, made special with Cajun seasoning and perfect for an afternoon barbecue.

Grilled Tofu and Vegetable Antipasto

This meatless appetizer takes its flavour cues from the always-popular antipasto platters that are prized in Italy. Serve with crusty bread to soak up the delicious dressing.

Grilled Asparagus With Fines Herbes Sauce

Asparagus develops a caramelized flavour on the barbecue, which is accented nicely by this citrusy, olive oil–based version of classic herb-infused béarnaise sauce.

Roasted Garlic and Tomato Savoury Custard

Let the aromas of garlic and herbs in this firm crustless quiche entice brunch guests to the table. Or serve wedges as a first course or with cold ham or pork tenderloin. Provolone is a pasta filata, or "stretched-curd," cheese shaped like a large bowling pin or sausage and sometimes encased in rope or twine. Like mozzarella, it is repeatedly stretched and heated during processing to give it a stringy texture.

Balsamic Grilled Vegetables

Grilled and lightly dressed summer vegetables are equally delicious when served warm or at room temperature.

Garlicky Soy Dipping Sauce

Nutty Coleslaw

A creamy salad balances hot flavours.