After a busy day, sometimes you just need a quick and easy meal to fill your belly and nourish your body. This last thing anyone wants to do after a long day is stand over a hot stove for hours. Instead, you want a simple dinner recipe that’s hearty, delicious, and ready on the table in 30 minutes. A meal that the whole family can enjoy, even the picky ones at the table.
Below are seven easy meal ideas that feature a variety of convenient Farm Boy chef-inspired foods and Private Label products. Dig into a week filled with hearty dinner recipes that’ll keep everyone in your household happy and full! Discover delicious deals on all your favourite Farm Boy products in our flyer and visit your nearest store to pick up everything you need!
Monday Meal Idea: Fresh Pasta
Talk about convenient! Our line of fresh pastas is made with an authentic Italian recipe for a taste of the beautiful country right in your very own kitchen. Enjoy stuffed varieties like Ravioli or Tortellini or noodle options like Pappardelle or Penne! Ready in 3 to 4 minutes, these fresh pastas are an easy weeknight dinner that’ll start your week off right. Pair them with any of our fresh Pasta Sauces or Pestos for a quick meal that tastes like you spent a lot more time on it. (Feeling extra fancy? Pick up some fresh Parmigiano Reggiano and basil to garnish.)
For a kid-friendly side that keeps the comfort carbs coming, how about garlic bread? At Farm Boy, we have a variety of options for your enjoyment and convenience. Pick up some pillowy soft Garlic Pull-Apart Buns in our Bake Shop. Or, choose from our Garlic Rolls or Garlic Texas Toast, available in our Frozen Department.
If you’d prefer to add a little freshness to your table, you can’t go wrong with a classic salad. Any of the options in our Chef’s Market are made by hand with the highest quality of produce for maximum flavour and nutrition. Most options are available in personal and family sizes, too! And don’t forget the included dressing!
Keep the Italian vibes coming by opting for something light and refreshing for dessert. Indulge in a scoop (or two) of our small-batch, Canadian-made Gelatos or Sorbets. Available in classic and seasonal flavours, they’re a simple, delicious treat the whole family will enjoy.
Suggested Farm Boy Items for Monday Dinner
Tuesday Meal Idea: Meatloaf & Mashed Potatoes
Tuesday night is for tasty traditions! This easy weeknight dinner is all about classic, nostalgic flavours made with simple, high-quality ingredients. Take a trip over to our Butcher Shop to pick up our tender, homestyle Maple BBQ Meatloaf. We make it fresh daily and smother it in our signature Maple BBQ Sauce for a smoky flavour with just a touch of sweetness. And the best part? It’s oven-ready—no chopping, mixing, or meal prep required.
To round out this quick meal idea, grab some fresh broccoli to blanch and sear with a dollop of butter and season with a dash of salt and pepper. Visit our Chef’s Market for a simple side of creamy mashed potatoes, and save yourself the tedious peeling, dicing, boiling, and mashing. (We all love mashed potatoes, but the time it takes to make them can be prohibitive. Save the hassle and let us do the work.) Ready in under 30 minutes, this simple dinner idea hits all the right notes.
For dessert, keep things classic by grabbing any of our Homestyle Pies. Baked fresh in our Bake Shop, they come in a variety of delicious, fruit-filled flavours, like Apple and Cherry. Tender fruits are encased in a golden, flaky crust that’s just begging for a scoop of Farm Boy™ Ice Cream!
Suggested Farm Boy Items for Tuesday Dinner
Wednesday Meal Idea: Tofu Coconut Curry
How does a bowl of rich, veggie-packed curry sound? Our Tofu Coconut Curry has been a long-standing favourite at our Hot Bar, and for good reason! This vegan-friendly dish has a creamy, fragrant coconut base, gently spiced with curry powder, ginger, and cayenne, and is full of tofu, mushrooms, and peas. Plus, opting for a plant-based meal once a week can be extremely beneficial for your body and your budget.
Pick up this plant-based, ready-made curry from our Hot Bar and serve it over a bowl of steamed rice. (Our Farm Boy™ Organic Jasmine Rice is ready in just one minute). If you’d like to add even more protein, toss in some Farm Boy™ Cooked Shrimp! This international-inspired dinner idea is hearty, simple, and, most importantly, fast! You don’t have to spend hours stirring a simmering pot on the stove to enjoy robust, full-bodied flavour when you can score it ready-to-go in our stores for your convenience!
To finish this easy weeknight meal, indulge in a bite of something sweet: our Plant-Based Cookies. Available in Chocolate Chip, Monster, and Oatmeal Raisin, enjoy one (or three)! 100% vegan and soft-baked, these homestyle cookies are the perfect after-dinner treat. Hey, you already ate your veggies, right?
Suggested Farm Boy Items for Wednesday Dinner
Thursday Meal Idea: Pork Souvlaki with Toum
Digging into a meal full of flavour with all the fixings doesn’t have to require marinating a protein for hours. Nor do you have to stand over a hot stove, endlessly stirring. At Farm Boy, we have a variety of convenient options for you and your family that deliver on flavour at an excellent value, without sacrificing quality or nutrition. Pick up a meal from our line of Family Faves, like our internationally inspired Pork Souvlaki with Toum! Ideal for a family of 4, this budget-friendly meal covers all your dinnertime bases. Protein? Check. Starch? Check. Veggies? Check. A meal-time hat trick, complete! All you have to do is pop it in the oven to heat.
Our Pork Souvlaki Dinner features souvlaki-spiced pork with rice, peppers, onions, and tomatoes. It’s also served with a generous helping of made-in-house Lebanese-style garlic Toum. We make each Family Fave dinner fresh in our kitchen using quality ingredients for a homestyle meal without the hassle. Pick one up, plus a simple salad and your favourite dressing from our Chef’s Market, and consider dinner done! For added vibrancy and veggie points, finish this hearty meal idea with a side of our Garden Salad, which comes with an included (and well-loved) Lemon Garlic Dressing. Like our Family Faves, our chef-prepared salads are made fresh by us using only the highest quality of produce plus tasty mix-ins.
When it’s time for dessert, dig into some light and tangy Lemon Squares. Bright and juicy lemon perfectly complements the big, bold, and garlicky flavours of the souvlaki. Plus, they’re pre-sliced for easy sharing! Available in a package of 6, there’s enough for the whole family to enjoy a taste!
Suggested Farm Boy Items for Thursday Dinner
Friday Meal Idea: Sheet Pan Chicken Dinner
Who doesn’t love a one-pan or one-pot meal? With a faster cleanup, you can settle down and enjoy dinner without worrying about the dishes. Plus, cooking everything at once means you can eliminate finicky timing and have everything ready to go with ease.
On Friday, try this quick dinner recipe made of roasted veggies and tender chicken. To begin, slice up some hearty veggies like fingerling potatoes, onions, and squash. Then, roast them on a pan alongside any of our four flavours of chef-prepared stuffed chicken breast. Choose from Bacon Cheddar, Cranberry Pecan, Fiesta Cheese, or Jalapeño Popper. Boneless, skinless Canadian chicken breast is packed with flavourful fillings and breaded in a seasoned panko coating that crisps up as it bakes. (You can find these in our Butcher Shop.)
After you’ve preheated your oven to 375°F, toss your chosen veggies with olive oil, salt, pepper, rosemary, and thyme right on the pan. You can use tongs if you’d prefer to keep your hands clean. Bake your veggies for about 15 minutes, just until they’re a bit soft. Then, add your chicken breast and bake for another 20 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and veggies have caramelized. Easy and delicious, and ready in just over 30 minutes!
Enjoy this simple dinner idea with some of our beloved buttery Cruffies in your favourite flavour for dessert. Our signature flaky croissant-meets-muffin pastry comes with a variety of sweet fillings, from chocolate cream to lemon curd. If you manage to have any left the next day, enjoy them with your morning cup of coffee!
Suggested Farm Boy Items for Friday Dinner
Saturday Meal Idea: Meat Pie & Salad
At the end of a busy week, choose a meal that’s easy to prepare and family-friendly. And what’s easier than our hearty Farm Boy™ Meat Pie? Housed in a golden pastry crust, this just-like-homemade pie is a one-step dinner that will feed the whole family. Simply pop it in the oven for a hearty dinner that tastes like you did a whole lot more than visit your nearest Farm Boy!
Serve your meat pie with any of our fresh, family-size salads, found in our Chef’s Market. Choose from favourites like Farm Boy™ Caesar Salad, Farm Boy™ Garden Salad, Farm Boy™ Greek Salad, Farm Boy™ Harvest Grain Salad, or Farm Boy™ Kale Caesar Salad! Made with crisp, fresh produce and delicious mix-ins like bacon, cranberries, or feta cheese, each salad comes with its own dressing. Save the washing, chopping, and dicing to someone who has more time on their hands and let us do the work.
For dessert, slice into one of our signature Loaf Cakes. Made from scratch by us using simple ingredients and our own recipes, they’re a guaranteed hit. We have seasonal flavours, classic favourites, and even vegan options so everyone can have a taste! Feel free to dress them up with fresh fruit or a scoop of sweet, velvety Farm Boy™ Ice Cream! This simple dinner idea is a slam-dunk for Saturday night!
Suggested Farm Boy Items for Saturday Dinner
Sunday Meal Idea: Pork Schnitzel
Cozy, classic, and comforting, gather ‘round the dinner table for a nourishing, hearty dinner that’s prepared by us for you. Sunday nights are a time when you can relax and unwind, and we like digging into those low-key vibes with an equally easy dinner. Our seasoned Schnitzel is coated in a seasoned panko breadcrumb mixture for a delicious crispy texture and flavour. Choose from Beef, Chicken, or Pork varieties, or opt for stuffed Pork Schnitzel Rolls. Pan-fry our Schnitzels over medium-high heat until cooked through. Or you can throw our Schnitzel Rolls in the oven and bake for 30 minutes.
For a simple and satisfying side, try serving with freshly steamed broccoli or green beans and air-fried (or baked) Farm Boy™ Potato Puffs! You can skip even that minimal work and go for a side of our Classic Potato Salad, available at our Salad Bar. Made with simple ingredients like potatoes, light mayonnaise, and green onions, it’s a tangy, tasty side. Convenient and simple, this quick and easy meal is sure to be your new Sunday go-to.
Finish your German-inspired meal with an equally tasty international-style dessert. Our mini strudels come in Apple, Blueberry Cheese, and Lemon Cheese flavours for a quick bite of something sweet. Flaky puff pastry encases a luscious filling and is finished with a sprinkling of sugar for a bit of crunch. (Have leftovers? They also pair beautifully with coffee for a Monday morning pick-me-up!)
Suggested Farm Boy Items for Sunday Dinner
