Budget meals

Combat a busy day with a simple and satisfying one-pot meal. Minimal prep and easy cleanup—it's the best.

Braising your meat may be the answer to having tasty meals while shopping on a budget.

Tofu is so versatile and easy—and it's delicious, too! From marinated to crispy, you're going to want to put these tofu recipes in regular rotation.

What happens with you combine hummus and pasta? A creamy alfredo with way less cream. Bonus: this hearty dish is rich in protein.

Turn your favourite appetizer into a tasty dinner-ready bowl. This super simple egg roll in a bowl recipe comes together in under 30 minutes.

Sausage meatballs are your new best friend. Cheaper than beef mince and naturally seasoned, toss them with pesto pasta and your weeknight dinner is done.

Get dinner on a dime with these quick and easy-to-make tuna cakes. Bonus: a super simple recipe for a homemade tartar sauce. Score!

There's nothing easier than a sheet pan chicken dinner recipe. This one-pan wonder replaces pricey chicken breast with more economical chicken thighs.

Sometimes the little guy comes out on top. Shrimp is the MVP of these recipes thanks to its versatility, fast cook time and all around ease.

It's a non-dairy way to make sauces, soups and stews rich and creamy, it can go savoury or sweet—is there anything coconut milk can't do?

Your trusty muffin tin has seen you through many a bake sale. But let's switch gears and take it from sweet to savoury with these muffin-shaped recipes.

Ketchup is a legit food group, according to many kids. If you choose recipes based on whether your kid can dip, slather or squirt it on, look no further.

Give zero forks tonight and eat with your hands! When has soft, squishy bread ever let you down?

Genius in aisle nine—that’s you! Cut that grocery bill back with these smart money-saving tips.

Mushrooms can be controversial with kids. We think these flavourful, meaty recipes make an excellent case for giving these veggies a try.

A can of beans likely lurks in the back of your pantry. Grab it and make one of these tasty, protein- and fibre-rich meals. Trust us, beans are cool.

These nine quick and easy noodle recipes will delight your kids. Prepare for a lot of slurping.

Do you enjoy easy, healthy dinners that make you feel like you're somehow cheating the system? Stock your pantry with canned chickpeas and you're there.

Take your homemade falafel out of the wrap and onto a bun (or focaccia bread) with this easy homemade patty from Top Chef Dale MacKay.