This is a fun take on the famous Caprese salad but honestly, with COVID-19, this method is for whatever you have on hand. 1

CJ Katz makes smoked chicken thighs with a homemade BBQ sauce in Wheatland Cafe. 1

The slightly charred corn is what makes this chowder so interesting. Use whatever your favourite herbs you like to flavour this soup. 1

This is a dynamite cookie – with caramelly flavours, a hit of chocolate and a finish of salt. 1

A stunning Western Canadian version of an Italian classic. 1

Want to create a WOW dessert? This is it. My son Ben says we should bake up pound cake just to we can make this dessert. Be sure to use stale pound cake. 1

This is a ‘whatever you have on hand’ type of salad. With us all the self-isolating, it’s been tough to get to the grocery store but don’t worry, you can still make this delicious healthy salad! If you don’t have the exact ingredients or amounts, substitute whatever you have on hand. 1

A protein-packed main dish flavour with herbs. Serve with a side salad. 1

A very satisfying soup that's so simple to prepare. 1

This recipe uses the dry brine method to prepare the steak so begin the steak early in the morning or preferably the night before. The brine will infuse the steak with incredible flavour while the salt creates a mild tenderizing effect. If you are in a time crunch, you can skip the dry brine step and simply season a cold steak with the steak seasoning and cook as per instructions below. 1

A hipster breakfast that is so much fun to eat! 1

Recipe courtesy of Chef Chris Miller, Executive Chef, Roots Kitchen & Bar 1

These brownies satisfy on so many levels – the edges are slightly chewy, the interior is slightly gooey and you get some cheesecake swirled throughout the mix. 1

A delicious and super healthy dessert. 1

A delicious cleansing soup – delicious anytime, but especially when you need a diet reset. Nutritional yeast is a deactivated yeast high in vitamins and minerals. You can purchase it at a health food store. 1

This is a lovely artisanal-style loaf that you can easily make a home with hardly any work at all! 1

What a great way to sneak vegetables in! 1

A family-pleaser… switch up the vegetables to suit your taste. Feel free to double the sauce amount, if desired. 1

Banana Bread French Toast 1

Oh… the perfect cold dessert for the holidays! 1

Red Wine Rosemary braised Short Ribs (or chuck flats) 1

Makes about 3 dozen cookies 1

A gorgeous brunch dish that wows! As the pancake bakes you’ll see a tell-tale large puff rise from the pan. It’s quite dramatic to see. 1

Serve in small taco shells – excellent for a light dinner or an appetizer to a larger meal. 1

This terrific compote with its emphasis on the gorgeous flavour of the pear, is delicious served with strong cheese, but also excellent used as a filling for a lovely galette. 1

A little bit of this and a little bit of that will transform your leftovers into a terrifically delicious meal. 1

A great change from pumpkin pie. Make in the morning and chill until ready to serve. 1

This is dip is served at many restaurants in Israel, alongside delicious silky hummus. The key is the draining of the yogurt – it removes the tart whey and creates a creamy, smooth deliciously thick yogurt. 1

A lovely salad that shows off the final flavours of summer! 1

The sauce is equally delicious served with spiralized zucchini noodles. 1

The smokiness of the vegetables adds an interesting taste element to this delicious salad. If you don’t have a smoker, roast the vegetables in a 400°F oven until tender. 1

A white BBQ sauce from Alabama - with its zesty kick - works wonders on fish and seafood. 1