Artichoke and Sun-Dried Tomato Lasagna

Breakfast in a Cookie

The introduction to these glossy, packed-with-goodies cookies reads: "Wakeup feettofloor grabcookie outthedoor. PS - don't forget shoes" The recipe originated in the Kid Approved Cookbook, launched by the Kids Eat Smart Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador.

Sausage Walnut Stuffing Loaf

You can assemble this savoury sliceable loaf a day ahead, then pop it into the oven while the turkey is on the barbecue.

Sofrito Baked Shrimp

This perfect dish for two comes together quickly. Sofrito, a sauce packed with peppers and tomatoes, is a perfect foil to the roasted potatoes. If you like things a bit spicy, add a piece of seeded jalapeño pepper to the food processor.

Almond Bliss Cookies

These simple, sweet drop cookies combine chocolate, coconut and almond in a delightful homage to a Test Kitchen favourite chocolate bar.

Penne with Tomato Lentil Sauce

Look for dried green lentils in bulk and specialty food shops. They are smaller than the more common brown lentil and have exceptional flavour and texture. This thick tomato sauce is a great place to use up a Parmesan rind: add it when adding the tomatoes.

Oka Mushroom Cheese Potato Gratin

 If you don't have fresh sage on hand, substitute 1 tsp (5 mL) finely chopped fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 tsp (2 mL) dried sage or thyme.

Half-a-Hen Dinner

Lasagna Pasta Toss

Enjoy the comforting taste of lasagna in less than half the time it usually takes to make. If you can't find pappardelle pasta, substitute an equal weight of fresh lasagna sheets and cut each lengthwise into eight strips.

Spiced Pork Chops With Golden Onions

Allspice is not a blend of spices, as its name might suggest, but rather a single spice that tastes like a mix of cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg. Rubbed on pork chops, it makes an everyday dish special. Serve with creamy mashed potatoes. Cost: $3.55/serving