Saag Paneer

Saag paneer literally means “spinach cheese.” This classic northern Indian dish has become so popular that it's sold here in the frozen food section, but, as always, homemade is best. You can use other fresh cheeses if paneer is unavailable; Mexican- or Spanish-style fresh cheese is especially good.

One-Pan Jerk Chicken Dinner

Very little prep is needed for this tasty one-dish dinner—simply toss together and bake! We've made our own jerk spice, which will keep for months in a sealed container, but you can also look for a prepared mix in the international section or spice aisle of your grocery store. Serve with our Pineapple Salad.

Rich Lamb Curry

Heat Rating: Hot An equal weight of lamb and sweet caramelized onions makes a deeply satisfying dish. Serve with blanched or sautéed Chinese broccoli or spinach and, of course, rice.

Honig Lebkuchen

These German honey gingerbread  cookies are like Christmas cake: They need time to develop flavour. Store in a cookie tin or wrapped in foil in a cool place for at least 3 weeks or for up to 3 months.

Inside-Out Cheesecake Spice Cookies

One bite into these cookies and you'll be hooked—while simple on the outside, the insides are stuffed with a heavenly cheesecake filling.

Spicy Asian Crab Noodle Salad

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.

Apricot Almond Energy Bars

With no added sugar and lots of fruit, these soft, chewy bars are a nice alternative to store-bought granola bars. Although they take a little time to make, they are not at all difficult, and we're sure you (and your body) will love the results.

Strawberry-Basil Chicken With Grilled Broccoli

Grilling broccoli may seem unorthodox, but it makes for a crispy texture that's simply addictive. The savoury basil and spicy sriracha balance out the sweetness of the strawberries.

Miso & Glazed-Pork Ramen

Chicken Katsu

Similar to a schnitzel or cutlet, this easy dish is delicious served either hot or cold in a sandwich. Or you can serve it with steamed rice and a salad for a complete meal. If you can't find mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine), you can substitute 1 tbsp (15 mL) each boiling water and granulated sugar.