Picnic

Black Bean, Mango and Chicken Wrap

Recipe Developed by Paula Bowman

This recipe comes together quickly with the help of a store-bought rotisserie chicken and a few fresh grocery items.

Gluten-Free Banana Bread

Submitted by Francesca Carone, Toronto, ON; Tested by Emilee Pinette

This simple gluten-free dessert is full of flavour and perfect for a gathering!

Chocolate covered pretzels are hard for many to resist. Add a rainbow of candy coated sprinkles and this simple, kid-friendly recipe will become a household favourite. An equal amount of white chocolate can be substituted in this recipe, if desired.

Stained Glass Cookie Pops

Recipe Developed by Paula Bowman

Cookies can be baked on sticks for added visual appeal. Cookies will keep tightly sealed, at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Cinnamon Candy Apple Popcorn Balls

Recipe Developed by Paula Bowman

Inspired by a bake sale classic, these caramel popcorn balls are flavoured with cinnamon candy hearts and shaped to resemble candy apples.

Spanish Chicken Wraps

Submitted by Rayna Heinzlmeir, Red Deer, AB; Tested by Melanie Ross

These wraps make a great impromptu family dinner on a busy weeknight.

Mini Chicken Meatloaves

Excerpted from 101 Things to Do With a Toaster Oven

These quick and easy chicken meatloaves can be made in your toaster oven!

Spicy-Sweet Lime Slaw

Excerpted from More Vegetables, Please!

Even people who don't like "regular" coleslaw like this recipe. The sweetness of the dates and the tang of the limes are so refreshing. Remember to zest the lime before juicing. Another time try adding raw, grated kohlrabi.

Puff Pastry Treasure Triangles

Excerpted from The Toddler Café

Frozen puff pastry is a perfect time saver for these delectable parcels. Don’t balk at the banana/black bean combo: it's common in many southern cuisines, and absolutely delicious.