SERVES: 6 (12 cups) 

TIME: 1 hr 26 min (programmable pressure cooker)

CPS: CA $2.72/US $2.31

TIP:

Swap mini potatoes for yellow potatoes since you’re already buying them for other recipes. If using yellow potatoes, be sure to chop them into quarters before cooking. 

No time to make stew? Season 2 lbs lean ground beef with seasoning. Shape into 8 burger patties; portion and freeze for later.

WHY WE LOVE IT:

Customizable— swap ground beef for stewing beef. It costs less, cooks faster, and you’re already picking some up for Honey Garlic Meatballs and Shepherds Pie. 

Freezer-friendly—if you have leftovers, portion into individual servings and store in the freezer. This is great to have on hand for easy lunches. 

Budget-friendly—this recipe will only cost you $2.31 a serving! 

SERVES: 8

TIME: 20 min

CPS: CA $2.75/US $2.34

TIP:

Instead of chicken breast fillets, use boneless, skinless chicken thighs. This will cut down on the number of items on your grocery list—you’ll need chicken thighs later in the week too! 

WHY WE LOVE IT:

Lunch for the next day is done! This recipe makes 8 servings— leftovers taste great cold tossed with leafy greens. 

CHANGE IT UP:

No time to cook? Coat 2 lbs (900 g) chicken with seasoning. Freeze up to 1 month. Defrost, then grill or roast. 

SERVES: 4

TIME: 20 min

CPS: CA $3.33/US $2.83

TIP:

Swap sweet potatoes for ¾ lb of yellow potatoes since you’re already buying them for Shepherds Pie.   

Chop chicken thighs and potatoes into smaller pieces for faster cooking. 

While the sheet pan meal is roasting in the oven, prep a salad to round out your plate.

WHY WE LOVE IT:

Speedy weeknight recipe. This one-pan meal goes from raw to ready in only 20 minutes with minimal cleanup required.  

CHANGE IT UP:

No time to cook? Coat 1 lb chicken (450 g) with seasoning. Freeze up to 1 month. Defrost, then grill or roast. 

SERVES: 6

TIME: 20 min

CPS: CA $2.22/US $1.89

TIP:

Cook pasta on Monday or Tuesday night if you have time. Rinse with cold water and place in a container; lightly stir in olive oil to prevent sticking, then refrigerate. 

Sneak some veggies into the sauce. Stir in spinach, kale, grated zucchini, or finely diced mushrooms.

WHY WE LOVE IT:

Budget-friendly—under $2 a serving! 

Customize your way with dairy or non-dairy options

SERVES: 4

TIME: 20 min

CPS: CA $2.66/US $2.26

TIP:

Serve with leftover pasta from the Easy Peasy Bolognese last night. Stir the leftover crushed tomatoes from this recipe into the pasta for extra saucy leftovers.  

No Epicure Broth Mix? No worries! Pick up some low-sodium vegetable broth at the grocery store or just use water.  

Don’t be afraid to swap in different veggies for your stir-fry. Instead of bell pepper and zucchini, use produce you find on sale, seasonal veggies, or simply your family’s favourites!

CHANGE IT UP:

No time to cook? Make a bean salad. In a bowl, combine seasoning with 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar, 3 tbsp olive oil and 1 tsp honey or maple syrup. Add 3 cans (19 oz/540 ml each) of beans, such as chickpeas, cannellini beans and kidney beans (drained and rinsed). Stir to mix. Refrigerate up to 1 week. 

SERVES: 4

TIME: 11 min

CPS: CA $2.65/US $2.25

TIP:

Serve with 1 cup steamed mashed potatoes. Double up the recipe and use the leftovers for the Shepherds Pie tomorrow night.  

Balance your plate with chopped veggies. Choose inexpensive options like carrots, celery and cauliflower.

CHANGE IT UP:

Season 1 lean ground meat (beef, chicken or pork) with seasoning. Shape into 4 burger patties; portion and freeze for later.

SERVES: 4

TIME: 20 min

CPS: CA $3.15/US $2.68

TIP:

Fridge clean-out day! Follow the recipe, but let it act as a catch-all to use up any leftover produce you have. Make sure to chop veggies into similar sizes for even cooking. 

Use frozen veggies- they cook faster and are less expensive. Try a vegetable medley mix! 

For a crispy texture to your pie, broil until golden.

CHANGE IT UP:

Season 1 lb (450 g) lean ground meat (beef, chicken or pork) with seasoning. Freeze until needed, then prepare recipe according to pkg instructions.  

SERVES: 30

TIME: 15 min + 2 hours freezing 

CPS: CA $0.38/US $0.31

TIP:

Prep recipe on Sunday. Portion and wrap so you have easy grab-and-go desserts throughout the week. 

One recipe makes 30 pieces. 

If desired, serve with fresh or frozen berries—this will taste great with any kind of berries so pick whatever’s on sale!