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September 7 to 11, 2026: What to Cook This Week

Looking for a few simple and delicious dinner ideas for the week? We’ve got you covered! Check out these five weeknight recipes to try, from a family-friendly gnocchi salad to the ultimate Friday night burger.

Monday: Gnocchi Salad with Broccoli and Cheddar

This quick and easy pasta salad is perfect for a Monday night. It features gnocchi mixed with broccoli, cheddar, olives and chives. Serve it with a light dressing and finely chopped red onion for a lovely touch of brightness. It’s a versatile dish that doubles as lunch; it even tastes better the next day!

Tuesday: Beef and Cheese-Stuffed Tortillas (Taquitos)

Want something fun and kid-friendly for tonight? Look no further than these beef taquitos. Made with ground beef and cheese, and then wrapped in a tortilla before being browned in a pan, it’s a recipe you’ll be sure to get requests for again and again.

Wednesday: Sweet and Sour Pork Chops with Peas, Cucumber and Mango

Whip up this delicious meal in just 30 minutes! Perfect for busy weeknights, this budget-friendly dish will surprise you with its tangy flavours. The refreshing side salad consisting of mango, peas and cucumber will have you hanging on to summer with each bite.

Thursday: Braised Fennel in Red Curry with Grilled Shrimp

The sun is still shining, so don’t put the grill away just yet! Shrimp and grilling go hand in hand, as long as you don’t cook them for too long, given that they’re rather delicate. In this recipe, cook them in their shell and serve alongside fennel cooked on the grill in a foil packet. They’re sunny and sublime, with just a touch of heat from the red curry.

Friday: Chicken Caesar Burger

It’s Friday night and no one will resist a burger this evening! This chicken Caesar burger is loaded with all the same flavours as the classic salad. Delicious and quick to prepare, they’ll be on the dinner table fast, meaning you get to spend more time with the family.

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