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Grilled Jerk Chicken

Jerk refers to a dry seasoning blend that originated in the Caribbean and that includes spices like allspice, ginger and cinnamon and a blend of peppers. It’ll have your tastebuds feeling warm all over.

One-Pot Mac and Cheese

"Who likes cleaning up after making mac and cheese? Not this girl. This one-pot mac and cheese is a family...


Swedish Meatballs

"Mom fixed this Swedish meatball recipe for all sorts of family dinners, potluck suppers and PTA meetings. The scent of...


Maple-Roasted Chicken & Acorn Squash

"When I became a new mother, my mom helped me find comforting and simple recipes to have on hand. This...


Maple-Sage Brined Turkey

"When the leaves start turning, it’s turkey time at our house. We use maple-sage brine to help brown the bird...

Apple Cider Pork Chops

"These apple cider pork chops are a must for fall family dinners. I serve them with buttered egg noodles to...


Black Bean and Corn Guacamole

Head to any Mexican restaurant and we guarantee you’ll see this combo on the menu. The bright colours and contrasting...

Cucumbers with Dill

Sprinkling cucumber slices with salt and letting them stand in a colander draws out excess water so they stay crisp...


Garden-Fresh Grilled Veggie Pizza

"I have four gardens, including one just for herbs, so I always have a pretty good spread of produce. I...


Honey Mustard Red Potato Salad

"This summer cookout star is crunchy-delicious with a brilliant zesty dressing." —Brittany Allyn, Mesa, Arizona


Garlic-Grilled Chicken with Pesto Zucchini Ribbons

"The first time I substituted zucchini noodles for regular pasta, it was because I was trying to reduce carbohydrates and...

Veggie Nicoise Salad

"More and more people in my workplace are becoming vegetarians. When we cook or eat together, the focus is on...


Mediterranean Pork and Orzo

"On a really busy day, this meal in a bowl is one of my top picks. It's quick to put...


Spicy Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo

"I make this spicy shrimp pasta a lot because it's a something my family never seems to get tired of....


Best Lasagna

"Want to know how to make lasagna for a casual holiday meal? You can't go wrong with this deliciously rich...


Satisfying Tomato Soup

"After craving tomato soup, I decided to make my own. My sister Joan likes it chunky-style, so she doesn't puree....

Creamy Chicken Gnocchi Soup

"I tasted a similar soup at Olive Garden and wanted to see if I could re-create it myself at home....


Filipino Chicken Adobo

"My mom always makes her saucy Chicken Adobo recipe when I come home to visit. I think it's even better...


Hasselback Sweet Potatoes

"My family and friends love the warm, inviting flavours of the luscious citrus butter, smooth cream cheese, sweet dates, fresh...


Slow-Cooked French Onion Soup

"My husband and I love French onion soup, so I wondered if I could turn it into a less labour-intensive...


Apple-Dijon Pork Roast

"This recipe takes less than five minutes to assemble and is delicious. I like to serve the roast with rice,...


Bacon Walnut Bread with Honey Butter

"My savoury walnut bread filled with bacon bits and blue cheese dressing is complemented by the sweetness of honey-flavoured butter....


Drizzled Gingerbread Biscotti

Warning: these treats will become an instant obsession at your home.