Beef Pizzaiola

All the flavors of Italy come tougher perfectly in this easy and sublime recipe. Tomatoes, olives, capers, anchovies, and oregano mingle to make a truly delicious topping for a simply cooked steak. If you prefer to grill the steak, just make the sauce in a skillet.

Seedy Rosemary Soda Bread

Here is another variation on the humble yet time-tested soda bread. This version includes a mixture of seeds such as pumpkin, sunflower, poppy, and sesame, but you can use just one type if you wish. The addition of whole wheat flour adds a lovely nuttiness to complement the seeds. Serve this scrumptious little loaf with salted butter to spread.

Turkey Sausage and Pesto Soup

We always have basil pesto on hand and here is a dandy and delicious way to make use of it. (If you don’t make it yourself, the Kirkland brand from Costco is really good!) The soup comes together quickly because already-cooked sausages are used, and it is bursting with onions, carrots, spinach, and orzo. The small addition of lemon juice just before serving balances the acid and adds a lovely fresh flavor.

Sticky Salmon Noodle Traybake

We admit this is a bit of a cheat’s sauce, but it minimizes the prep and makes for a wonderful partner to the succulent salmon. The noodles become delightfully crispy in places and the sauce caramelizes with just the right hit of chili. Yum!

Chicken Saag

A lighter and leaner version of the classic curry take-away, the blend of spices is the key to the melding of flavours in this easy supper. We like the addition of plain yogurt just before serving — it gives the sauce a lovely silkiness and an extra bit of tang. Serve over steamed basmati rice.

Pork Stroganoff

Stroganoff is a great go-to dish for either a midweek supper or a casual dinner party. You can use any type of mushroom you fancy here or even mix several varieties. The mushrooms add texture and flavor to the tenderly cooked pork tenderloin, and Dijon mustard adds just the right amount of pep.

Stir-Fried Beef with Ginger

Allow just 20 minutes for the thinly sliced steak to marinate and a mere 6 minutes of cooking time — and dinner is sorted! Bursting with flavor from ginger and garlic, this speedy supper will be a go-to for busy evenings. You can toss in any veg that is on hand and sub in chicken or shrimp for the beef if you prefer.