Farmers’ Market Fare

This classic comfort food with a seasonal spin is guaranteed to become a family favourite, and the fact that it's a one-pan dinner that moves swiftly from stovetop to table is just an added benefit. Store-bought tomato sauce works fine in this dish, but when tomatoes are in peak season, don't hesitate to make your sauce from scratch.

This quick-cooking, kid-friendly meal is made with farmers' market favourites like peas, green beans, and basil. Served with gnocchi, a popular pantry item that makes a fine replacement for regular pasta, this dish is certain to please eaters of all ages, adults included.

Not quite an ice cream, but just as sweet and decadent, this no-churn, custard-free frozen dessert is guaranteed to impress your guests, or anyone lucky enough to devour it. Using the season's best berries, this fruit-infused semifreddo requires just a bit of hands-on time, then lingers in the freezer for a few hours, leaving you with plenty of time to prep for your guests.

There's a reason a dish like potato salad has been around for ages: when made well, it's downright delicious and perfect for picnics, potlucks, casual weeknight dinners and even the lunchbox. Packed full of flavours that taste best when given time to mingle in the fridge, this make-ahead salad might quickly become you go-to summer side dish.