No need to cook the noodles first or stay home while it bakes. Just let it sit a few minutes before serving so it can firm up a bit.
Our cheesy potatoes au gratin is the perfect comfort food. If you can find Yukon Gold potatoes, use them instead of all-purpose ones for an even richer taste.
Seasoned meat and vegetables are nestled under creamy mashed potatoes and then baked to form a sensational, savory pie.
Optional garnishes for this delicious vegetarian curry, which is made with onions, garlic, ginger, red peppers, eggplant, cauliflower, and chickpeas, include non-fat plain Greek yogurt, chopped cilantro,...
This Italian favourite hits all the right cheesy, saucy notes for just a fraction of the calories and fat.
Chili is easy, one-pot, comfort food that you can enjoy all year long. Let it simmer for the right amount of time so the flavours really blend. Serve this chili as written or with a variety of other toppings...
Toss the ingredients into a slow cooker in the morning, and you'll be eating this delicious, homemade soup for dinner. Leftovers make a perfect light lunch.
This quick, stovetop version of mac and cheese is destined to become a family favourite. It's as satisfying and tasty as it is easy to make.
This African stew pairs cayenne with peanut butter to make a comforting winter warmer.
This one-pot side dish is the perfect accompaniment to your favourite main meals.
Serve this classic Italian stew plain or over whole-wheat penne. For a spicier flavour, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes at the start of cooking.
We added pureed beans to this dish. The result? A robust, hearty stew with a wonderfully thick texture.
This Moroccan classic is known for its exotic blend of flavourings: sweetness from the dried fruit and honey and a spicy warmth from the cinnamon.
Update your old favorite Greek salad with this colorful, crunchy version.
This casserole-like dish hits the spot when you're in the mood for a hearty pasta recipe. Serve right away for the best flavour and texture.
This six-ingredient spice rub is super-simple and super-flavourful. Try it on beef, chicken or even some fish.
This vegetarian chili is a cinch to prepare thanks to supermarket staples. Leftovers make excellent burrito or taco fillings.
Two ingredients-canned pumpkin and self-rising flour-come together to make an orange-hued, earthy-flavoured dough for hot dog buns. You can also shape it into rounds for hamburger buns or dinner rolls;...
Classic Tex‐Mex ingredients-including jalapeño, lime, corn, and avocado-give this soup bold flavour without a lot of fuss. Cutting the chicken breast into small bite‐size pieces cuts down on cooking...
Make this quick and easy version of individual pizzas, with medium pitta bread used for the bases. Ingenious!
Forget the meat. These vegetarian burgers are packed with fresh flavours and topped with a homemade chopped salad.
Here's a fabulous way to use up leftover chicken. These tortilla pizzas make a tasty dinner or lunch but can also be served as an appetizer or snack.
This quick, weeknight recipe morphs everyone's two all-time favourites into one tasty dish. Piled high with lettuce and tomatoes these thin-crust pizzas can serve as a full meal. Using whole-wheat tortillas...
If you've been dodging this fat-laden side dish, it's time to put it back on your plate. We've trimmed it down so you can stay on track without sacrificing this
Serve this up on a cold weekday night. Freeze leftovers in 1-cup containers for easy, portion-controlled lunches another time.
Lightened up this favourite with reduced-calorie mayonnaise and sour cream. Stir in 1/3 cup diced apples and 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts for a Waldorf-like salad.*
A hearty meal in a bowl. It's full of great stuff like lean beef, pinto beans and chili peppers. Turn leftovers into burritos.
This hearty, cheesy, whole-grain casserole is destined to become a family favourite. It combines tender chicken breasts with broccoli florets and brown rice, binding everything together with a creamy sauce....
If you love the classic lettuce-based version of Greek salad, you'll flip for this warm, roasted veggie riff. It embodies the flavours and ingredients of the traditional dish-lemon, oregano, olives, and...
Think of these marinated vegetables as a lighter, less-oily version of what you might find at your supermarket's olive bar. Keep them on hand for up to five days, and enjoy them cold or at room temperature...
For an exotic side dish, try broccoli rabe. It's a leafy green vegetable with 6- to 9-inch stalks and scattered pieces of small broccoli-like buds.
Grill tomatillos and chicken together with jalapeños, onions, and garlic in a foil packet for quick, easy preparation and to let the chicken soak in the flavours of the fresh ingredients. Be careful when...
So rich and creamy! A wonderful, light take on classic butternut squash risotto. Thyme sprigs give great flavour but feel free to substitute sage leaves instead. A medium-sized, 2 pound squash will yield...
Substitutes for high-fat mayonnaise and sour cream help give this salad its classic flavour, without the classic fat content.
Cooking frozen tortellini (or any frozen stuffed pasta) in your slow cooker is a revelation. Something magical happens with the pasta, cheese, and tomato sauce- and you get that from-scratch, baked pasta...
Dishes made with larger cuts of meat-like the pork loin in this satisfying stew-are ideal for the slow cooker. The gentle heat cooks the meat without drying it out, while supporting ingredients like onion...
Nice and simple: a puree of squash and apples with just a hint of fall spice. Serve hot, chilled or at room temperature.
Grilled zucchini gets an amazing flavour boost from a tangy feta topping. Serve with whole wheat couscous and grilled shrimp for a light summer meal.
Keep a package of lean ground turkey breast in your freezer. It's a great source of protein and such a versatile ingredient in many types of recipes. Double this chili recipe, let it come to room temperature,...
Skip some of the prep work by buying convenience products like jarred pre-minced garlic and pre-minced ginger in your grocery store's produce aisle.
These hearty double-baked potatoes bring together sweet peppers, onions, earthy kale, and a nice hit of fresh garlic. If your family doesn't love kale, use fresh baby spinach instead and decrease the sautéing...
Packed with fresh flavours, crunchy vegies, savoury miso and deliciously slurpy noodles, this soup makes a sophisticated meal any day of the week
This Italian-inspired specialty might be slightly heavy on the prep work but the "light," delicious dish that results is worth it.
This lightened-up, unique riff on hearty poutine combines roasted sweet potatoes, crumbled cheese curds, and savory mushroom gravy. You may never go back to the original
A savory Dijon-mayo lends amazing flavour to this diner standard. Pair it with a healthy version of French Onion Soup for a fabulous meal.
Thanks to the air fryer, this take on chicken Parm is as quick and light as it is tasty. Turning it into a salad is our new favourite; peppery fresh arugula is the right match for the chicken's crunchy...