Chatelaine

The chewy, sweet-sharp taste of candied ginger lends spicy kick to this classic icebox sugar cookie.

A hint of brandy kicks this classic turkey gravy up a notch.

One you start making your own granola, you'll never stop. Sweet maple and zippy candied ginger make this version a standout.

Our easy, rustic whole-wheat stuffing is loaded with savoury fall herbs. It cooks well in the turkey or on its own and can also be made in advance and microwaved on the big day. 

'Roasted veggies are such an easy side dish to make, and this combination is one of our favourites. Maple syrup is a nod to our Canadian heritage and adds an earthy sweetness that caramelizes to utter perfection with the roasted vegetables. We just mix everything together on the baking sheet with our hands for easy prep because who needs extra dishes when entertaining?'—From ‘Fraiche Food, Full Hearts' by Jillian Harris and Tori Wesszer

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Cider adds a hit of sweetness to this classic turkey pot pie. We use store-bought puff pastry sheets for a perfectly flaky crust.

This creamy risotto—featuring crispy sage leaves and lots of parmesan—gives leftover turkey an elegant new life.

The turkey from your holiday dinner is a gift that just keeps giving—use the carcass to make this flavourful broth (it's way easier than you might imagine).

Prosciutto, arugula and homemade dijon mayo take the humble turkey sandwich to new heights.

The classic pot pie gets an Italian twist. We added artichokes and fennel to the creamy filling, and topped the store-bought puff-pastry crust with parmesan and rosemary.

Winner, winner, leftover turkey dinner! This deconstructed twist on a traditional pot pie is kid-friendly and also way easier to make.