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Budget-Friendly Mains

When cooking meaty mains, grocery bills can soar. Try turning some of these more affordable cuts into something special with these Food & Drink recipes.  

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One-Skillet Crispy Chicken Thighs with Coconut Creamed Greens

This one-pan recipe has all the makings of a weeknight hero, thanks to its two most endearing traits: maximum flavour and minimal dishes. 
Try this recipe any night of the week

Braised Chicken Thighs with Cider, Celeriac & Chard

This dish is an inviting one-pot meal for a cold winter night.

Cook up budget-friendly chicken thighs

Chicken Thigh “Burger”

Your average boneless, skinless chicken thigh is the perfect size to sandwich between burger buns. And they hands down, beat making your own patties.

Make this easy twist on a burger






Braised Turkey Ramen

Even turkey naysayers will find their hearts warming to this comforting bowl of ramen.
Whip up this cozy dish

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Turkey, Cranberry & Brie Burgers

These turkey burgers, with fresh herbs, crunchy celery and cranberry jam, may remind you of Thanksgiving dinner, minus all the dishes. 

Try this comforting combo

Smoky Red Chili Turkey Wings

Wings are turkey’s best-kept secret. They’re affordable, easy to cook and delicious when treated well.

Make this twist on pub-fare

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Grilled Pork Shoulder Steaks with Tomato Salad

Shoulder cuts are so well-marbled it’s almost impossible to end up with anything other than a tender, juicy steak.
Try this quick-cook pork shoulder dish

Cider & Dark-Lager-Braised Pork Pot Roast

The combination of pork, apple cider and dark lager is a delicious one. 

Simmer slow and low for this recipe

Provençal Pork Roast

Garlic, mustard and herbs reminiscent of the south of France add a succulent flavour to this roast and work well in a variety of dishes.

Enjoy and take advantage of the leftovers





Steak Pie with Scalloped Potatoes

Instead of a costly rib roast, try this fun spin on shepherd’s pie, where a rich beef stew is topped with a cheesy roof of scalloped potatoes.
Combine two comfort-food classics

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Honey & Soy Baked Brisket Sandwiches with Ginger Scallion Mayo

This sweet and salty marinade is packed with big flavours. Wrapping the meat in foil and slow-cooking for hours yields a meltingly tender result, perfect for slicing onto sandwiches. 

Prepare this big-batch recipe

Mango-Ginger Crispy Beef

Mangoes add soft, luscious texture and sweet flavour to this riff on a classic takeout favourite.

Make this flavourful recipe