Simple Family Friendly Cooking
Here you will find ideas for mains and one-pot dishes that are ideal for dinner. If you are looking for side dishes check out our Sides category.
Dishes in this category will include both meat and vegetarian options. If you are specifically looking for either one of those, see their specific categories.
This clear beet broth slightly tangy and peppery balanced by the mild flavour of mushroom tortellini adding the perfect punch of flavour to a Christmas meal. A true Polish Christmas dinner, called Wigilia, is incomplete without a hot bowl of beet soup with mushroom tortellini. […]
Effortlessly Impress Your Guests with the Ultimate Guide to Easy Juicy Baked Yogurt Chicken Thighs. Do you struggle with finding ways to make chicken that’s both healthy and flavorful? Look no further, as we have the perfect solution for you. Introducing easy juicy baked yogurt […]
Creamy, flavourful and filling, this mushroom risotto is foolproof and delicious. Rice is a very versatile carb and when the right kind of rice is combined with the right flavours you get the perfect dish like this mushroom risotto. Risotto may seem intimidating but it’s […]
There is nothing like a warm healthy bowl of hot slow cooker turkey and veg chili to warm you up on a cool fall day. This easy prep dinner is the perfect family weeknight meal. If you like our Dutch oven ground beef chili you […]
This ooey-gooey French onion beef casserole doubles as a weeknight dinner or a dinner party meal. The incredible flavours, melt-in-your-mouth beef and stringy melty cheese will have everyone asking for seconds. This recipe for a French onion beef casserole came to me out of nowhere. […]
A vegan summer squash skillet is the perfect way to cook up your summer harvest. This easy, protein-packed one-pot vegan meal is light yet hearty and is the perfect meal prep dish. A summer squash skillet is the perfect way to combine the beautiful flavours […]
A one-pot ground turkey, sweet potato and kale skillet dinner that’s ready in 30 minutes is just what you need on a busy weeknight. A ground turkey, sweet potato and kale skillet has all the nutrients and flavour that you want in a one-pot meal. […]
Grilled tandoori chicken thighs are the most perfect barbecue meat for your next summer party. They are easy to make, delicious and so pretty on a plate! This grilled tandoori chicken thighs recipe is a variation on traditional tandoori chicken. Tandoori chicken gets its name […]
With crispy skin, juicy meat and the perfect flavour profile, these baked chicken thighs will always come out perfect. If you’re looking for an easy and delicious dinner this main dish is the perfect start. Are you wondering how to bake the perfect crispy chicken […]
Light yet hearty, this kale and lentil sauté is the perfect lunch, snack or main dish. This kale and lentil sauté is the perfect addition to your vegan or meat-free menu without compromising protein intake. This dish is very simple to make and cooks up […]
American-Style Creamy Beef Ragu is a protein powerhouse that gives all the satisfaction of a smooth, creamy, tomato sauce. There is nothing more satisfying than a creamy beef ragu sauce, and this American-style version does not disappoint. This pasta is the perfect comfort food and […]
This beautiful and healthy chickpea and vegetable stew is the perfect light and healthy family meal. It’s quick and easy to make and can be eaten both hot and cold making it the perfect summer dish. There is nothing more refreshing and satisfying than a […]