Italian Sausage Penne

Italian Sausage Penne with a sprinkle of parmesan

Ready in 45 minutes, this is a perfect weekday meal. Spice it up a bit with spicy Italian sausage. Serves 4. Thank you for subscribing to Homemaking Jewels.

Meal planning – never ask “What’s for supper?” again

A meal plan chalkboard is on Samantha Arsenault’s kitchen wall. The whole family participates in planning the meals and they enjoy keeping track of “what’s for supper”. Arsenault is married with three young children and works full-time as a registered nurse. She is busy balancing family and work, and meal… Read more“Meal planning – never ask “What’s for supper?” again”

Beef Stew

The secret to melt in your mouth beef is to cook it low and slow. This recipe provides two methods – in the slow cooker and in the oven. Either way, it will be delicious. The slow cooker is the best option for a busy weekday meal. This recipe was… Read more“Beef Stew”

Mrs. Stewart’s Clam Chowder

One of my favourite things to do in the summer is go out to the Cavendish sand dunes and collect clams for chowder. This clam chowder has earned high praise from many. Not bad for a mainland girl! Check out these recipes as well: Thank you for subscribing to Homemaking… Read more“Mrs. Stewart’s Clam Chowder”

Beef Curry with Potatoes

Beef Curry with Potatoes, served with naan.

This incredibly tender and flavorful dish will amaze your family. I like this done in a cast iron Dutch oven, cooked low and slow.

Homemade Pizza

Julia showing how to evenly place toppings on pizza.

Homemade pizza is always a treat and it is a fun meal to prepare with the whole family. Why not make some tonight?!

Chinese Vegetables and Chicken in Sweet and Sour Sauce

Chinese vegetables and chicken in sweet and sour sauce. Served over rice with an egg roll on the side.

With a bag of frozen Chinese vegetables and cooked chicken on hand, this complete weekday meal is ready in a snap!

Ground Beef Meatballs

Cooked meatballs

This recipe makes a big batch of moist, flavorful, and versatile meatballs. Freeze leftovers for future meals. INGREDIENTS: 1 cup                          Fine breadcrumbs ½ cup                         Milk 1                                  Egg 2 tsp                           Worcestershire sauce 1 tbsp                        White vinegar 1                                  Large onion, grated 2 tsp                           Garlic, minced 1 tsp                           Salt ½ tsp                          Ground… Read more“Ground Beef Meatballs”

Pumpkin Curry Soup

Pumpkin Curry Soup topped with plain yogurt and cilantro. Naan on the side.

I’m pretty sure this soup will impress you, as it did me. This combination of flavors is simply spectacular. INGREDIENTS: 7 cups                        Cooked pumpkin 2 stalks                      Celery, thinly sliced 2                                  Carrots, peeled and diced 1                                  Onion, diced 2                                  Apples, peeled, cored, and diced or 1 cup plain applesauce ½… Read more“Pumpkin Curry Soup”

Bean Soup

A bowl full of hearty bean soup with hot biscuits on the side.

This colourful and hearty bean soup is full of flavour and nutrients – comfort food at its best! It also puts a leftover ham bone to good use. Try these recipes as well: Thank you for subscribing to Homemaking Jewels.