Cottage Food: Best Simple and Shared

A weekend at the cottage means winter sports, hunkering down around the fire and enjoying good food with your loved ones. To make the most of these moments, plan ahead and meal prep for a worry-free weekend. Follow our tips for meals that are both comforting and easy!

Dinner

Nothing beats a fondue dinner where everyone eats whatever they like and as much as they like. The idea is simple, meal prep is quick and everyone is happy. Get inspired with a traditional fondue dinner!    

Brunch

Think outside the box and reinvent brunch with… a breakfast raclette! Serve all ingredients around the raclette pan for a shared breakfast.

To cook on the pan:

• Bacon-wrapped potatoes
• French toast slices
• Breakfast sausages or thick slices of ham

To cook in the cups:

• Scrambled eggs or an omelette made with goat cheese and herbs, mushrooms and brie, or any other mouth-watering combination
• Thick pancake batter to pour over berries
• Pieces of bread or croissant topped with ham and cheese

Try fresh fruit, yogurt and granola to add some balance. You can’t go wrong!

Photo source : Les recettes de Caty

Lunch

Lunch often takes a back seat at the cottage, especially after a huge breakfast or on days packed with winter activities! Keep it simple with a warm soup, macaroni and cheese or a gratin prepared in advance. Or share a meal consisting of salads and an array of cheeses, deli meats and raw vegetables for everyone to enjoy.      

Snacks

To recover from a day outdoors, nothing beats a comforting banana bread or nutritious date squares prepared in advance. Enjoy these well-deserved treats with your favourite hot drink and warm up around the fireplace. Need ideas? We’ve got hot drink suggestions for young and old that are perfect for any occasion.     With a well-planned menu, you’ll be sure to spend less time in the kitchen and more time with friends around the table!