Top 15 Recipes of 2024

TOP LUNCH AND DINNER RECIPES

Hearty Hamburger Soup

In the wintertime, there’s nothing quite as comforting as a steaming bowl of homemade soup to warm you up, like this delicious hearty hamburger soup. Packed with ground beef, vegetables, and a rich broth, this soup is a celebration of classic flavours that is guaranteed to be a hit. Not only is this recipe perfect for a family dinner, but it also makes a large batch of soup perfect for freezing in small containers for quick lunch and supper meals.

Orange-Infused Basa Fillets

Basa is a tasty fish with a delicate texture and meaty flesh. Combining the delicate sweetness of basa fish with the refreshing tang of oranges, this dish is so delicious and packed with nutrients. Whether you’re a seafood enthusiast or simply looking to explore new flavors, this recipe is sure to impress.

Simple Salmon Salad

Are you looking for a new snack or lunch recipe that is packed with protein? Try this delicious salmon salad recipe that is high in protein, tangy, creamy and packed with FLAVOUR. It makes the perfect summer snack to bring to a dinner party or brought to an outdoor picnic.  

Curry Veggie Fritters

Canada’s Food Guide recommends to include a variety of plant-based foods in your diet to provide all of the essential amino acids needed for your body to thrive. These fritters are the perfect way to boost your vegetable intake and include a variety of colourful vegetables and even sunflower seeds for added fibre and crunch. These fritters can be a side dish to dinner or pair well with eggs for breakfast as leftovers if you are following a lacto-ovo vegetarian diet. These are also great for meal prep and reheated in an air fryer or microwave the following day!

Quinoa Salad

Are you looking for a new winter salad recipe you can enjoy at home or meal prep for work lunches? This hearty and colourful winter quinoa salad recipe is simple to prepare and one of my favourite salad recipes to make and enjoy. It’s filled with quinoa to add a boost of protein, crunchy kale for greens and added vitamins and fibre, crispy prosciutto for saltiness, roasted butternut squash, and a Honeycrisp apple for added sweetness and texture. We hope you love this refreshing quinoa salad recipe as much as I do!

Easy Chickpea Burger

Whether you’re a vegetarian or just want to change up your usual burger routine, these delicious plant-based chickpea patties are a great choice. They’re easy to make with a food processor, packed with protein, and can be eaten fresh or made ahead and frozen in patties for a quick weekday vegetarian meals on the go. Enjoy!

Watermelon Feta Blackberry Salad

This healthy summer salad recipe with watermelon, feta, and blackberries is quick, delicious, and beautiful. The ingredient list portions are just a suggestion, you may prefer more feta, or more mint, feel free to add as much as you feel of each! This dish would make a refreshing summer appetizer to enjoy with family and friends or bring to a picnic or beach day stored in a sealed container over ice. You won’t want to miss making this incredible recipe, we hope you enjoy this one as much as we do!

TOP APPETIZER

Cheddar, Turkey Bacon, and Jalepeño Cheese Balls

Who doesn’t love cheese? I remember my mom would always have a store-bought cheese ball and vegetable thin crackers when hosting. My sister and I are always thinking of new recipe ideas and thought let’s try to make our own! This cheddar, turkey bacon, and jalapeño cheese ball recipe is the perfect appetizer to bring to all your summer festivities. It is packed with flavour but simple to whip up quickly. The homemade rosemary crackers are a MUST too. Enjoy! 

TOP SNACK AND DESSERT RECIPES

Andrea’s Award Winning Cocoa Energy Bars

The recipe I developed for these crunchy, chewy, chocolate energy bars has travelled around the country and is a favourite of my family and friends.  Many years ago this recipe won 1^st prize in a recipe contest with the Peanut Bureau of Canada.  I hope you enjoy them as much as we do!

Fruit Clafouti

This is a variation on a simple, French dessert. It is traditionally made with cherries, but you can substitute peaches, raspberries, blueberries, or really any softer fruit you prefer. Similar to an oven-baked pancake, this can be served warm or cool, and can be a dessert or indulgent breakfast option.

The clafouti can be baked in a cast iron pan, on the BBQ – which also makes this a good hot day or camping choice too! This dish has also been taken to pot luck lunches to great reception.

Gluten Free Black Bean Brownies

Are you looking for a way to add extra nutrients, protein, and fibre into your favourite baked treats? Look no further than these delicious, rich and fudgy gluten-free black bean brownies. 

Recipe Courtesy of Chocolate Covered Katie

TOP BREAKFAST RECIPES

Berry Oatmeal Muffins

A weekend morning is a great time to quickly mix together these delicious muffins. Muffins are great to grab for a quick breakfast, lunchtime snack, or for a post-workout boost. They also freeze well! We like to bring these as a snack during outdoor winter activities like skating or snowshoeing. These healthy oatmeal muffins bursting with juicy berries are sure to be your new favourite!

Simple Breakfast Quesadillas

Do you often skip making breakfast? Especially on busy work weeks? Breakfasts can be simplified to make your mornings run smoother and ensure you are getting a nutritious start to the day!

Creamy Raspberry Vanilla Oatmeal

Are you an oatmeal or porridge lover? If so, this recipe is a fun take on the traditional porridge or oatmeal we grew up on! It all comes together in one pot after blending the berries, milk, water, and vanilla extract until smooth. The addition of the milk creates a delicious creamy texture to the oatmeal and the raspberries create a lovely pink colour along with added nutrients. This is one of my go-to oatmeal recipes and I hope you enjoy it too!

Raspberry Almond French Toast Casserole

This make-ahead raspberry almond french toast casserole is the perfect brunch recipe or can be made for a quick weekday meal! Serve with fresh fruit salad and yogurt to complete the meal.