Monday: Penne with Vegan Silken Tofu Rosé Sauce
If you want to try something different this year, we suggest this vegan rosé sauce. The base of the pasta sauce is silken tofu, which packs a protein punch, along with sun-dried tomatoes, and enhanced with paprika and nutritional yeast for a wonderfully cheesy flavour. The result is a smooth and creamy pink sauce that also suits your budget.
Tuesday: Chicken Cutlets with Lemon and Capers (Piccata)
These lemony chicken cutlets come together quickly and are sure to be a hit with the whole family. Serve the chicken in a butter sauce amped up with punchy capers and fresh parsley. Complete this dish with a side of your preferred green vegetable for a meal that looks fancy but is easy to make and ready in under 30 minutes.
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Chicken Cutlets with Lemon and Capers (Piccata)
Wednesday: Pork Chops and Kale in Cream Sauce
For a simple and efficient meal, try these pork chops in a velvety cream sauce. They’re pan-fried with a mixture of onion, garlic and green pepper as well as kale lightly wilted in cream. Serve the dish with mashed potatoes and you’ve got a recipe that checks all the boxes.
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Pork Chops and Kale in Cream Sauce
Thursday: Fennel and Fish Soup
Are you looking to eat more fish on a regular basis in 2026? Surprise the family with this heart-warming soup; simply add the mahi mahi (or any other white fish) to a delicious broth with vegetables, including fennel, and kidney beans, for a good-for-you and satisfying weeknight meal.
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Fennel and Fish Soup
Friday: Smash Burger Tacos
Of all the viral food trends that came along last year, this recipe has true staying power and will become a weeknight rotation staple. Featuring the flavours of everyone’s favourite fast food burger, it’s a simple process where you spread your meat mixture onto a tortilla and then cook it in a pan meat-side down. Add cheese, sauce, lettuce and pickles, and you’ve got the perfect Friday night feast.
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Smash Burger Tacos
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