Monday: Penne with Vegetarian Red Lentil Sauce
Even the kids won’t miss the meat when they try this meatless pasta dish starring lentils. The legumes soften and mix well with the other ingredients–including zucchini, diced tomatoes and dried tomatoes–making the sauce reminiscent of meat. It’s a colourful and nourishing dish!
VEGETARIAN
Penne with Vegetarian Red Lentil Sauce
Tuesday: Hearty Indian-Style Chicken Soup
Soup is the ultimate comfort food as the weather outside gets colder. This simple recipe is filled with fresh and satisfying ingredients, like veggies, basmati rice and precooked roast chicken from the supermarket. And don’t forget that satisfying kick courtesy of ginger, curry powder and chili pepper!
HEARTY SOUPS
Hearty Indian-Style Chicken Soup
Wednesday: Pork Medallions with Wilted Leeks and Spinach
Leeks are in season at the moment, so it’d be a shame to not use this veggie to its full potential! This simple and affordable pork dish tastes great alongside fluffy mashed potatoes, and is perfect for a busy weeknight.
Thursday: Sheet-Pan Curried Vegetables and Trout
Sheet pans are an essential kitchen ally; you place all your ingredients on one pan, toss it into the oven, and clean-up afterwards is a breeze. This recipe features squash, bell pepper, onion and trout fillets brushed with a yogurt and curry-based sauce. You’ll be happy at how easy this tasty dish comes together.
SHEET-PAN RECIPES
Sheet-Pan Curried Vegetables and Trout
Friday: Beef Burritos
How does a hearty burrito with beef, black beans and a generous portion of cheese sound? After all, Friday night calls for something that is simple to execute and will be a surefire crowd-pleaser.
30-MINUTE RECIPES
Beef Burritos
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