Speaking of restaurants, weeknights are often the perfect opportunity to order takeout from your favourite places. In addition to supporting them during this crisis, you get to eat a delicious meal with no clean-up. Win-win!
Monday: Cheese, Zucchini and Cauliflower Gnocchi
Ready? Set the timer to 20 minutes and… Let’s go! No need for more time to make this impressive gnocchi, a simple yet stylish meal thanks to its creamy sauce and touch of grated pecorino. Finish with a dusting of finely chopped chives for a true restaurant touch.
30 MINUTES
Cheese, Zucchini and Cauliflower Gnocchi
Tuesday: Pork Steaks with Lemon Rosemary Fries
This week your home dining experience will be just like at a restaurant, and this pork steak recipe is no exception! A little lemon zest here, a touch of rosemary there, and your baked fries will pair beautifully with the pan sauce made from the meat’s cooking juices. Welcome to Bistro Maison!
Wednesday: Tagliatelle with Walnut Cream Sauce
Can you really make a sublime, creamy nut sauce in a single step? Yes! And since you’re saving so much time, there’s no better opportunity to practise the pasta nest plating technique of twisting the long noodles using tongs and a serving spoon, just like a chef. Turn a simple weekday meal into a high-end experience with your presentation skills.
VEGETARIAN
Tagliatelle with Walnut Cream Sauce
Thursday: Green Salad with Poached Egg
Don’t worry, it’s almost Friday, so impress the table with a chic salad tonight. On the menu: a restaurant-worthy poached egg on a bed of lettuce and endives, topped with bacon and golden croutons. Simply present this in your most beautiful serving bowl and just wait and see how fancy you’ll feel.
SALADS
Green Salad with Poached Egg
Friday: Pasta Carbonara (The Best)
Master an Italian classic in just 30 minutes and be transported to a trattoria in the heart of Italy with this pasta carbonara. Best enjoyed with a small glass of vino, this recipe definitely helps end the week on a high note. Salute!
