Summer

Thai Peanut Chicken

Recipe submitted by Steph Prue, Toronto;

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Just a few simple pantry ingredients plus some fresh veggies come together to create this flavourful 10-minute crowd pleaser.

Tangy Chicken Pasta Salad

Recipe by Megan Braithwaite, Hanover, Ont.

Don't be fooled by the simplicity of this recipe. The texture combinations paired with the flavours are delicious. Serve it warm or cold for a light supper.

Indonesian Coleslaw

Recipe by Violet Smythe

This salad is flavourful and exotic; colorful and crunchy; easy to prepare and fun to serve!

Honey Glazed Chicken

Recipe by Linda Chaput, North Bay, Ont.

This quick and easy recipe produces moist, delicious chicken the whole family will love. Serve it with mashed potatoes, veggies and a side salad to complete the meal.

Quick Oven Roasted Tomato Sauce

Recipe Developed by Paula Bowman

Here is a versatile tomato sauce that makes use of the ripest and juiciest tomatoes from the garden or market and takes only 20 minutes to cook. Any garden variety of tomato can be used for this sauce. Plum tomatoes are recommended because they are fleshier and have fewer seeds than their counterparts which helps produce a thicker sauce.

Simple Summer Quinoa Salad

Recipe Developed by Paula Bowman

This grain salad is ideal for potluck dinners or serving on a buffet as it holds very well without wilting.

Steak Sandwich with Caramelized Onions and Horseradish Mayo

Recipe Developed by Paula Bowman

This is a great use for leftover steak. Allow cooked steak to return to room temperature before serving.

Grilled Turkey with Rosemary Grilled Peaches and Blue Cheese Vinaigrette

Recipe Developed by Paula Bowman

Grilled fruit is a great way to pack fresh flavours and visual interest into a simple weeknight dinner. Blue cheese pairs nicely with the rosemary grilled peaches.

Three-Pea Salad with Pancetta, Parmesan and Herb Grilled Chicken

Recipe Developed by Paula Bowman

Crisp and fresh, this easy entrée salad is perfect for days when you want to grill, but are craving something light.

Turkey Monte Cristo Sandwich with Apricots

Recipe Developed by Paula Bowman

One bite and you will agree, this French-toast inspired sandwich satisfies your cravings for savoury, sweet and salty all at once. If you can't find fresh apricots, apricot preserves, fig spread, sliced figs or plums all work wonderfully in this sandwich. Cheddar cheese can also be used.