Recipes  

August 21 to 25, 2023: What to Cook This Week

From fresh pasta salad to a crispy pork tenderloin, the five recipes featured here are meal suggestions the whole family is sure to love. Check out what you’re having for dinner this week!

Monday: Pasta Salad with Grilled Vegetables and Tomato Dressing

Stretch out summer on your table with this vegetarian recipe that showcases several seasonal vegetables, including zucchini and peppers grilled on the barbecue. Cherry tomatoes are also featured. In addition to adding them to pasta, set a portion aside to prepare the dressing. A meal rich with flavours and freshness that your whole family will love.

Tuesday: Sardine Toasts

Time to put your pantry to good use with this recipe that features canned sardines served on toast. Grilled peppers, tomatoes and shallot are used as garnishes. Some lemon juice and a drizzle of oil bring the finishing touches to this quick and easy meal that’ll help you on busy weeknights.

Wednesday: Potato and Onion Frittata

This frittata includes only 5 ingredients and is an absolute lifesaver for weeknight dinners. It includes eggs, potatoes and onions, basic ingredients that everyone almost always has at hand. You can also polish off the dish by adding herbs for a boost in flavour or make a version with more protein by adding crumbled cooked bacon or grated cheese.

Thursday: Squash and Bacon Pita Pizzas

Pizza is a unanimous favourite and this quick and easy version will rally everyone just as well. Use pita as a base and top it with zucchini, a local, seasonal vegetable, as well as bacon and Parmesan. With this recipe, you’ll make everyone at the table happy with a delicious meal for less than $5 per portion. All these elements come together for a winning dish!

Friday: Crispy Pork Tenderloin

Count on a meat dish like this one, ready in just 20 minutes, to cut down on your prep time in the kitchen and end your week on a high note. Cut the pork into cubes, coat them with breadcrumbs and brown them in a frying pan. Serve the dish with a cucumber and herb salad and a creamy sauce combining yogurt, mayonnaise and paprika. Simple, nutritious and flavoursome!

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