Week of May 11, 2026

May 11, 2026
Family Favourites & Quick Comforts
165 min total
$195 CAD
6 dinners
165 min total
$195 CAD estimate
36 grocery items
30-minute weeknights one-pan friendly pantry assist prep-ahead cue
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This Week's Dinners

Monday
May 11

Speedy Beef Bolognese with Spaghetti

A classic, comforting pasta dish that comes together quickly, packed with flavour and kid-friendly goodness.

25 min
4 servings

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Tuesday
May 12

Cheesy Chicken & Veggie Quesadillas

Quick, cheesy quesadillas loaded with chicken and hidden veggies, perfect for little hands and big appetites.

20 min
4 servings

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Wednesday
May 13

Sheet Pan Sausage & Veggies

An incredibly easy and flavourful sheet pan dinner with mild sausages and roasted vegetables that cooks up with minimal cleanup.

25 min
4 servings

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Thursday
May 14

Quick Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese with Ham & Peas

A creamy, homemade mac and cheese that's faster than a box, jazzed up with savoury ham and sweet peas.

20 min
4 servings

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Friday
May 15

One-Pan Lemon Herb Chicken & Potatoes

Juicy chicken and tender potatoes roasted together with bright lemon and herbs for a delicious, healthy, and easy meal.

30 min
4 servings

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Saturday
May 16

Homemade 'Hamburger Helper' Style Skillet

A comforting, savoury one-pot meal reminiscent of a childhood classic, but made from scratch with wholesome ingredients.

45 min
4 servings

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