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January 5 to 9, 2026: What to Cook This Week

Looking for a few new (or new-to-you) ideas to add to your 2026 dinner lineup? We’ve got you covered! Check out these five tasty and affordable weeknight recipes to try, from an Indian-inspired curry to oven-baked chicken legs.

Monday: Egg and Vegetable Curry

An aromatic curry is the perfect recipe to satisfy your taste buds and warm you up on a cold winter evening. With a broth made from coconut milk, ginger and spice, and a hard-boiled egg as a cheap protein addition, this is a meatless dish you’ll want to add to your regular rotation.

Tuesday: One-Pot Rice with Sausages, Fennel and Peppers

The combination of sausages and peppers is a classic; we’re certain the smell alone will have your mouth salivating. This one-pot rice dish, which also includes pleasant and aromatic fennel, will quickly become a new favourite this winter.

Wednesday: Hamburger Steak with Mushrooms

When it comes to quick and easy recipes, there is nothing simpler than a hamburger steak. Ground beef is formed into patties, which are usually served with a sauce, like this recipe with its tasty mushroom sauce. Add a side of mashed potatoes, and dinner is served.

Thursday: One-Pot Spaghetti with Mussels and Leeks

Mussels may sound like a too-elegant dish for a weeknight, but they’re actually quite simple to prepare. After all, you can cook the ingredients all in one pot! Just add the mussels on top of the pasta at the end and wait for them to pop open. See? Easy!

Friday: Honey-Mustard Chicken Legs

If you’re looking for a different way to serve up your usual chicken, look no further than this simple recipe. The addictive sauce takes mere minutes to prep and then cooks the rest of the way in the oven with the chicken and vegetables. We can’t think of anything simpler or more comforting!

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