Tuscan Bean and Escarole Soup with Parmesan Croutons

The slight bitterness of escarole in this hearty all-season soup balances the sweet richness of carrots, tomatoes and beans. If you can't find escarole, curly endive is a good substitute. It adds a touch of bitterness and needs just a minute or two more cooking.

Glazed Cornish Hens with Hazelnut Cranberry Stuffing

These birds are not as exotic as ravens, but they're elegant enough for this feast.

Tomato Vegetable Clam Chowder

The tomato base of this Manhattan-style chowder highlights the sweet, sea-salt flavour of fresh clams. Set a few clam shells aside to garnish each bowl.

Tomato Shrimp Soup

 Use ripe tomatoes for this soup. At this time of year, hot-house tomatoes are your best bet – the small, sweet "cocktail tomatoes" have good flavour. Adjust the number of hot peppers to your taste.

Chili Con Carne

Chicken Consomme with Chive Crepes

This lovely clear soup makes an elegant appetizer for Easter dinner. Be sure to reserve 2 tbsp (25 mL) of the chicken fat when making the stock. Enjoy the leftover crepes with cream cheese and smoked salmon.

Best Ever Ribs

This is the easiest recipe and it never fails. If you are entertaining and want to enjoy visiting with your guests, this is the recipe for you. Everyone will be raving and wanting the recipe.

Chicken and Rice Soup

Create a flavourful, intense broth using a whole chicken, then use it in a hearty soup for dinner. Serve with whole grain bread and a tossed salad. Use extra chicken and soup for sandwiches and soup lunches during the week.

Sweet-and-Sour Braised Beef with Prunes

Prunes flavour this rich sweet-and-sour beef stew. If using beef stock instead of beer, reduce the salt by half.

Slow Cooker Beef and Mushroom Stew

Tensions melt away when you open the door to welcoming aromas of this hearty stew. Since it has lots of flavourful liquid, you'll want a loaf of crusty bread to mop it all up.