Get a true taste of Canadian food with these recipes that came straight from the source.
Our Best Recipes from Canadian Cooks
Updated on May 15, 2024
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Cranberry Maple Chicken
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Cranberries and a hint of maple syrup make a sweet sauce for these easy chicken breast halves. They’re a quick but lovely main course for weeknights and other occasions. –Kim Pettipas of Oromocto, New Brunswick
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken breast half with 3 tablespoons sauce: 236 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 253mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein.
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Calgary Nanaimo Bars
Total Time
25 min
Servings
3-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
This version of Nanaimo bars may claim roots in Alberta, but the original was said to be dreamed up in a British Columbia kitchen. They're three delicious layers of Canadian goodness. —Carol Hillier, Calgary, Alberta
Nutrition Facts:
1 bar: 116 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 72mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Sticky Honey Chicken Wings
Total Time
55 min
Servings
3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
This honey chicken wings recipe was given to me by a special lady who was like a grandmother to me. —Marisa Raponi, Vaughan, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 71 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 147mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 5g protein.
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Chocolate-Covered Cheesecake Squares
Total Time
2 hours 5 min
Servings
49 squares
From the Recipe Creator:
Satisfy your cheesecake craving with these bite-sized treats. Dipped in chocolate, the sweet, creamy delights are party favorites. But be warned…you won’t be able to eat just one! —Esther Neustaefer, La Crete, Alberta
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 141 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 48mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Pumpkin and Oat Pancakes
Total Time
25 min
Servings
12 pancakes
From the Recipe Creator:
For the perfect fall breakfast, these pancakes are perfect. The pumpkin and cinnamon go perfect together.—Nancy Horsburgh, Everett, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
2 pancakes: 274 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 49mg cholesterol, 435mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 9g protein.
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Rhubarb Crumble Ice Cream
Total Time
35 min
Servings
1-1/2 quarts
From the Recipe Creator:
This rhubarb crumble ice cream combines two of my favorite desserts into one fantastic creation! If you close your eyes, it actually tastes like you’re taking a bite of fresh rhubarb crumble with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top. Throw this into a waffle cone and enjoy a classic summertime treat! —Shannon Dobos, Calgary, Alberta
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 357 calories, 22g fat (14g saturated fat), 77mg cholesterol, 48mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (32g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Baked Fried Potatoes
Total Time
50 min
Servings
14 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These tasty potatoes are a family favorite. They're easy to make and travel well to potlucks. We enjoy them as part of a hearty breakfast or alongside meat for supper. —Delores Billings, Koksilah, British Columbia
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Air-Fryer Crispy Sriracha Spring Rolls
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These air-fryer spring rolls are a great appetizer to have waiting in the freezer! While in the Bahamas, friends suggested a restaurant that serves amazing chicken spring rolls. When I got home, I created my own version. —Carla Mendres, Winnipeg, Manitoba
Nutrition Facts:
1 spring roll: 127 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 215mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein.
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Buttermilk Pancakes
Total Time
40 min
Servings
2-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
You just can't beat a basic buttermilk pancake for a down-home country breakfast. Paired with sausage and fresh fruit, these pancakes are just like the ones you get at Cracker Barrel. —Betty Abrey, Imperial, Saskatchewan
Nutrition Facts:
3 pancakes: 270 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 89mg cholesterol, 913mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 11g protein.
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Glazed Cornish Hens with Pecan-Rice Stuffing
Total Time
2 hours 25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Cornish hens bake up with a lovely golden brown shine when they are basted with my sweet and tangy glaze. The traditional rice stuffing has some added interest with crunchy pecans and sweet golden raisins.—Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 hen with 1 tablespoon sauce: 1075 calories, 68g fat (20g saturated fat), 371mg cholesterol, 905mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 3g fiber), 65g protein.
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Butterscotch Fudge
Total Time
20 min
Servings
about 1-1/2 pounds
From the Recipe Creator:
Butterscotch and fudge are a match made in heaven with this award-winning recipe. Special add-ins make take this butterscotch fudge recipe to a whole new level. —Virginia Hipwell, Fenwick, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 64 calories, 2g fat (2g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 29mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Duo Tater Bake
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
2 casseroles (10 servings each)
From the Recipe Creator:
I made this creamy and comforting potato dish for Thanksgiving and it was a winner with my family. They said to be sure to include it at every holiday dinner. It’s a keeper! —Joan McCulloch, Abbotsford, British Columbia
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 236 calories, 12g fat (8g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 246mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Pumpkin Bread
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
16 pieces
From the Recipe Creator:
I keep my freezer stocked for our harvest crew with home-baked goodies like this deliciously spicy, easy pumpkin bread recipe. —Joyce Jackson, Bridgetown, Nova Scotia
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 221 calories, 10g fat (1g saturated fat), 23mg cholesterol, 212mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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PB&J Bites
Total Time
20 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These PB&J bites are fun to make and fun to eat! For a change of pace, replace the jam with Nutella and the rolled oats with sugar or crushed puffed rice cereal. —Kelly Ward, Stratford, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 186 calories, 12g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 91mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein.
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Ham and Cheese Omelet
Total Time
20 min
Servings
1 serving
From the Recipe Creator:
This easy omelet will be a snap to fix for breakfast or dinner. —Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 omelet: 510 calories, 37g fat (18g saturated fat), 655mg cholesterol, 1495mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 41g protein.
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Peppered Sole
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My daughter loves this recipe—it's the only way she'll eat fish. To top it off, it's good for her! —Jeannette Baye, Agassiz, British Columbia
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 174 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 69mg cholesterol, 166mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable.
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Apple Dutch Baby
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This dish has been a longtime family favorite for Christmas morning. It is light, airy, and filled with eggs and juicy apple. I like to serve it alongside bacon or sausage. —Teeny McCloy, Red Deer, Alberta
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 223 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 156mg cholesterol, 313mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
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Chicken Potpie Soup
Total Time
40 min
Servings
6 servings. (21/4 qt.)
From the Recipe Creator:
My grandmother hand-wrote a cookbook. She included this amazing pie crust, and I added this delicious chicken potpie soup for it. —Karen LeMay, Seabrook, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups soup with 3 toppers: 614 calories, 30g fat (9g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 1706mg sodium, 60g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 5g fiber), 23g protein.
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Cheddar Pan Rolls
Total Time
50 min
Servings
3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Thanks to the cheesy dough, these rich cheddar rolls have a gorgeous golden color and fabulous flavor. —Esther Current, Kitchener, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 roll: 96 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 250mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein.
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Candy
Total Time
10 min
Servings
about 2-1/2 pounds
From the Recipe Creator:
With only three ingredients, these chocolate-swirl treats take just moments to whip up! If you have little ones visiting for the holidays, have them help you with the stirring. —Holly Demers, Abbotsford, British Columbia
Nutrition Facts:
2 ounces: 316 calories, 21g fat (11g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 84mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Fennel Salad with Citrus Dressing
Total Time
20 min
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My family really enjoys crunchy fennel, which pairs well with citrus vinaigrette. The salad makes a nice addition to any meal.—Denise Elder, Hanover, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 160 calories, 15g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 273mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 fat, 1/2 starch.
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Cranberry Butter Crunch Bark
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
4 pounds
From the Recipe Creator:
One Christmas I dreamed this recipe up when making butter crunch toffee. It is an addictive treat that disappears fast.—Heather Ferris, Vanderhoof, British Columbia
Nutrition Facts:
2 ounces: 336 calories, 18g fat (15g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 42mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (43g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein.
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Flavorful Lemon Chicken
Total Time
4 hours 35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This easy and delectable meal is bound to become a staple with your family. It's made with everyday ingredients, there's nothing complicated or fancy about this delicious recipe. —Elizabeth Hokanson, Arborg, Manitoba
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken breast half with about 1/3 cup sauce: 309 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 134mg cholesterol, 509mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 36g protein.
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Quick Ham and Bean Soup
Total Time
30 min
Servings
7 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
If you like ham and bean soup but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen, this tasty, quick version will leave you with a satisfied smile. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 300 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 32mg cholesterol, 1383mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 13g fiber), 22g protein.
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Havarti Turkey Hero
Total Time
15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is not your ordinary sandwich! Everyone loves the combination of chutney and chopped peanuts. I like to make this when I have company in the afternoon or at night after a game of cards. —Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 302 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 973mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 1 lean meat, 1/2 fat.
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Creamy Caramel Dip
Total Time
10 min
Servings
3-1/2 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
Because I feed three hungry people in my family (my husband, a member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, and our two boys), I love satisfying snacks that are easy to make. We all appreciate this cool, light fruit dip. —Karen Laubman, Spruce Grove, Alberta
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 87 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 83mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Buttermilk Biscuits
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 biscuits
From the Recipe Creator:
The recipe for these four-ingredient homemade buttermilk biscuits has been handed down for many generations. —Fran Thompson, Tarboro, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 biscuit: 222 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 508mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Chocolate Peanut Treats
Total Time
20 min
Servings
about 2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
When I was in high school, I took these sweet and crunchy squares to bake sales— and they were the first to sell out. I still make them for family and friends who love the classic combination of chocolate and peanut butter. —Christy Asher, Colorado Springs, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 148 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 81mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Cauliflower Soup
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
This cheesy recipe is way tastier than any other cauliflower soup I've tried! We like it with hot pepper sauce for a little extra kick. —Debbie Ohlhausen, Chilliwack, British Columbia
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 160 calories, 11g fat (6g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 616mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein.
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Leftover Turkey Tetrazzini
Total Time
50 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe turns our leftover turkey into a whole new meal! We look forward to having it after I roast a turkey for a family gathering. —Susan Payne, Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 444 calories, 21g fat (12g saturated fat), 90mg cholesterol, 685mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 30g protein.
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Sweet Potato Stuffing
Total Time
4 hours 15 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Mom likes to make sure there will be enough stuffing to satisfy our large family. For our holiday gatherings, she slow-cooks this tasty sweet potato dressing in addition to the traditional stuffing cooked inside the turkey. —Kelly Pollock, London, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 212 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 459mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1-1/2 fat.
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Caramel Fudge Cheesecake
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
It's hard to resist this chocolaty cheesecake with its fudgy crust, crunchy pecans and gooey layer of caramel. I combined several recipes to create this version that satisfies both the chocolate lovers and the cheesecake lovers in my family. —Brenda Ruse, Truro, Nova Scotia
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 635 calories, 38g fat (13g saturated fat), 90mg cholesterol, 369mg sodium, 69g carbohydrate (51g sugars, 3g fiber), 10g protein.
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Mushroom Barley Soup
Total Time
2 hours 10 min
Servings
about 11 servings (2-3/4 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
A few years ago, a friend at work shared the recipe for this wonderful soup. With beef, barley and vegetables, it's hearty enough to be a meal. A big steaming bowl with a slice of crusty bread is so satisfying on a cold day. —Lynn Thomas, London, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 220 calories, 13g fat (0 saturated fat), 43mg cholesterol, 65mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 meat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 starch.
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Cheesecake-Stuffed Strawberries
Total Time
20 min
Servings
3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These luscious cheesecake-stuffed strawberries are the perfect bite-sized dessert. —Stephen Munro, Beaver Bank, Nova Scotia
Nutrition Facts:
1 filled strawberry: 41 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 27mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.
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Crockpot Stuffing
Total Time
3 hours 30 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
If you're hosting a big Thanksgiving dinner this year, add this simple slow-cooked stuffing to your menu to ease entertaining. The recipe comes in handy when you run out of oven space at large family gatherings. I use this Crock Pot dressing recipe often. —Donald Seiler, Macon, Mississippi
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 178 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 49mg cholesterol, 635mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat.
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Never-Fail Scalloped Potatoes
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Take the chill off any blustery day and make something special to accompany meaty entrees. This is the best scalloped potatoes recipe ever, and my family loves when I serve it. —Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 215 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 523mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat.
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Cheddar Loaves
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
2 loaves (12 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Swirls of cheddar cheese give these loaves an exquisite flavor. Try a slice or two for sandwiches, toasted for breakfast or served on the side with a Caesar salad
—Agnes Ward
Stratford, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 199 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 29mg cholesterol, 282mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.
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Pastry-Topped Turkey Casserole
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My friends tell me this is the best potpie they've ever had. Hearty and full-flavored, my comforting classic never lets on that it’s also low in fat and a good source of fiber. —Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 280 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 39mg cholesterol, 696mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 6g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
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Mint Angel Cake
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
One sight of this lovely cake will have guests saving room for dessert! For an easy garnish, sprinkle with crushed mint candies.—Agnes Ward, Stratford, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 213 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 90mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein.
