As the evenings start to cool down you’ll be looking to cozy up with some delicious comfort meals. These recipes are guaranteed to warm you up. Download our grocery list so that you only have to shop once for a week full of fall meal ideas.
Zesty Tomato-Glazed Meatloaf
It doesn’t get more classic comfort food than a good old-fashioned meatloaf. With a tangy tomato and Dijon-based glaze, this is sure to become a family favourite, especially when served alongside creamy mashed potatoes. Any leftover meatloaf is great in sandwiches the next day.
Recipe and image courtesy of Spread The Mustard.
Grocery List
Pantry Staples (Check your pantry first before buying)
- canola oil
- apple cider vinegar
- Worcestershire sauce
- salt
- freshly ground black pepper
- dried oregano
- mustard powder
Refrigerator & Freezer Items
- 2 large eggs
- 2 Tbsp (30 mL) milk
Produce
- 1 onion
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 celery stalk
- 1 carrot
- 1/4 cup (60 mL) fresh parsley
Canned, Bottles & Dry Goods
- 1/4 cup (60 mL) ketchup
- 1 Tbsp (15 mL) Dijon mustard
- 2 Tbsp (30 mL) tomato paste
- 1 tsp (5 mL) yellow prepared mustard
Meat & Seafood
- 1 1/2 lbs (750 g) lean ground beef
Bakery
- 1/2 cup (125 mL) breadcrumbs
Sheet Pan Pork Tenderloin and Thyme Aioli with Sweet Potatoes
Tender, juicy pork tenderloin roasted with sweet potato, onion and served with aioli is the perfect start to this cook once eat twice meal.
Recipe and image courtesy of SaskPork.
Grocery List
Pantry Staples (Check your pantry first before buying)
- ground chipotle pepper
- canola oil
- salt
- dried thyme leaves
- freshly ground black pepper
Refrigerator & Freezer Items
Produce
- 1 lb (500 g) sweet potatoes
- 2 medium onions
- 2 cloves garlic
Canned, Bottles & Dry Goods
- 2/3 cup (150 mL) light mayonnaise
- 1 1/2 tbsp (20 mL) Dijon mustard
Meat & Seafood
- 2 (1 lb/500 g) pork tenderloin
Sirloin Beef Gratin
Savour the flavour of lean sirloin beef in this easy bistro classic – the perfect end to a busy day. It’s a family-friendly recipe that’s still fancy enough for friends on a Friday night. Big Bonus: It doesn’t take a lot of pots and pans to prepare Sirloin Beef Gratin.
Recipe and image courtesy of Canada Beef.
Grocery List
Pantry Staples (Check your pantry first before buying)
- dried thyme
- freshly ground black pepper
- all-purpose flour
- Worcestershire sauce
Refrigerator & Freezer Items
- 2 cups (500 mL) frozen mixed vegetables
- 1/2 cup (125 mL) buttermilk
- 1/4 cup (60 mL) butter
- 1 cup (250 mL) shredded aged Cheddar Cheese
Produce
- 1 onion
- 1 1/2 lb (750 g) potatoes
Canned, Bottles & Dry Goods
- 2 Tbsp (30 mL) tomato paste
- 1 cup (250 mL) low sodium beef stock
Meat & Seafood
- 1 lb (500 g) lean ground beef sirloin, round or chunk
Lentil Enchilada Casserole with Squash
A weeknight casserole idea the whole family will love! You can easily incorporate ground chicken or beef with the lentils in this recipe as well.
Recipe and image courtesy of Lentils.org.
Grocery List
Pantry Staples (Check your pantry first before buying)
- canola oil
- chili powder
- dried oregano
- ground cumin
- garlic powder
- brown sugar
- salt
- freshly ground black pepper
Refrigerator & Freezer Items
- 1 1/2 (375 mL) grated cheddar cheese
Produce
- 1 onion
- 1 cup (250 mL) squash or sweet potato
- Canned, Bottles & Dry Goods
- 1 can (28 oz/796 mL) crushed tomatoes
- dry green lentils
Bakery
- 6 medium whole wheat tortillas
Beef and Barley Stew
Curl up in a blanket with a big bowl of comfort stew on a cold night.
Recipe and image courtesy of GoBarley.com.
Grocery List
Pantry Staples (Check your pantry first before buying)
- canola oil
- dried thyme
- bay leaf
- salt
- freshly ground black pepper
- Worcestershire sauce
Refrigerator & Freezer Items
Produce
- 1 medium onion
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 medium turnip
- 3 carrots
- 2 celery stalks
Canned, Bottles & Dry Goods
- 2 Tbsp tomato paste
- 1/2 cup (125 mL) pearl or pot barley
- 2 (284 mL) cans low salt beef broth
Meat & Seafood
- 1 1/2 lbs (750 g) boneless beef chuck or blade
Cocktail-Sized Baked Lentil Meatballs