Monday: Rigatoni with Caponata
Caponata is the Italian cousin of the classic French ratatouille, featuring eggplant, tomatoes, celery, olives and capers. This salad turns into a full meal when served over pasta, and is just bursting with sweet and sour flavours. It’s a unique dinner idea that will surely feed your wanderlust.
VEGETARIAN
Rigatoni with Caponata
Tuesday: Air Fryer Shrimp with Sweet Potato Salad
When sweet potatoes and zucchini meet, you get a sweet combination with just the right amount of crunch. To this mix, add air-fried shrimp, which harmonizes well with the vegetables, and serve with couscous, cilantro and lemon. It’s a fresh and hearty meal salad that’s anything but boring!
BUDGET RECIPES
Air Fryer Shrimp and Sweet Potato Salad
Wednesday: Ramen Noodles with Spicy Pork
Looking for a simple meal to help the family get over that midweek hump? Try this recipe that brings together tender ground pork, chewy ramen noodles and crispy fried onions. Add chili crisp to the meat for a touch of heat, and garnish with cilantro, mint and a squeeze of lime for freshness, and you’ve got a dish that’s packed with flavour and texture.
WEEKDAY RECIPES
Ramen Noodles with Spicy Pork
Thursday: Tostadas with Fried Eggs and Black Bean Purée
Now that everyone has settled into a routine after the back-to-school period, how about mixing things up a bit with breakfast for dinner? These sunny tostadas include seasoned black bean purée, fresh vegetable salsa and roasted bell peppers, and are then topped with a fried egg. They’re simple, festive and absolutely delicious!
PROTEIN-PACKED RECIPES
Tostadas with Fried Eggs and Black Bean Purée
Friday: Honey-Garlic Chicken Drumsticks
For something cheap, easy and worthy of a Friday night, try this tasty sheet-pan recipe. Simply roast some chicken drumsticks in the oven and then coat with a syrupy honey and garlic sauce. Add some carrots and kale for colour, serve with rice and enjoy. It’s a wonderfully sticky meal the kids will love!
SHEET-PAN RECIPES
Honey-Garlic Chicken Drumsticks
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