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MAPLE & MAINST
The dark 20-recipe Family Table book and tablet featuring lemon-garlic chickpeas with spinach

MAPLE & MAIN ST · Digital edition

The 20-Minute Family Table

dinner, sorted.

One table. Different preferences. Dinner in about 20 minutes — 20 flexible recipes for mixed-eater households.

  • 20-minute dinners
  • Nutrition estimates
  • Blood-sugar conscious swaps
  • Lower-sodium options
  • Allergen notes
  • Adult pairings
  • Kid sips
  • Global measurements
  • Mixed-eater swaps
  • Shopping lists
US$19.99· one-time purchase · applicable tax extra

Includes both covers: Midnight and Daylight editions.

20 complete recipes · both illustrated PDFs and the web reader unlock after successful payment.

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Inside: sample recipes

The four calorie figures below are approximate, unverified illustrations; optional sides and toppings vary. The full guide is not nutritionally analysed or independently test-cooked. Health-conscious swaps are not medical advice. Always check labels for allergens.

Lemon-Garlic Chickpea & Spinach Skillet

Lemon-Garlic Chickpea & Spinach Skillet

20 minServes 4

~380 kcal est.VegetarianBlood-sugar friendly swap
  • 2 cans chickpeas (425 g)
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes
  • 140 g baby spinach
  • 1 lemon, 3 garlic cloves

Mixed eaters: Add chicken strips or a fried egg on individual plates.

Allergens: Optional dairy; check bread/couscous labels.

Adult sip: Ontario Riesling · or Spanish Albariño

Kid sip: Sparkling lemon water with mint

Quick tip: rinse chickpeas well for a crispier sear.

Spicy Peanut-Lime Noodles

Spicy Peanut-Lime Noodles

20 minServes 4

~520 kcal est.Vegan optionNut-free adaptable
  • 340 g noodles
  • ⅓ cup peanut butter
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
  • Cucumber, carrots, scallions

Mixed eaters: Serve chicken, shrimp, edamame or tofu on the side.

Allergens: Peanuts, soy, wheat; sesame optional.

Adult sip: Okanagan off-dry Gewürztraminer · or German Riesling

Kid sip: Lime-cucumber spritzer

Pro tip: thin the sauce with pasta water, not more oil.

Mediterranean Chickpea Wrap Bar

Mediterranean Chickpea Wrap Bar

15–20 minServes 4

~450 kcal est.Build-your-ownDairy-free option
  • 4 wraps or flatbreads
  • 2 cans chickpeas
  • Cucumber, tomato, lettuce
  • ½ cup hummus

Mixed eaters: Add chicken, tuna or falafel as separate fillings.

Allergens: Wheat/gluten, sesame, dairy (feta).

Adult sip: Niagara rosé · or Provence rosé

Kid sip: Pomegranate fizz

Quick tip: set fillings out buffet-style so everyone builds their own.

Lemon-Garlic Pasta Primavera

Lemon-Garlic Pasta Primavera

20 minServes 4

~470 kcal est.VegetarianLower-sodium tip
  • 340 g pasta
  • 1 zucchini, 1 red pepper
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 lemon, Parmesan optional

Mixed eaters: Top with grilled shrimp or white beans per plate.

Allergens: Wheat/gluten; dairy if Parmesan used.

Adult sip: Nova Scotia Tidal Bay · or Italian Pinot Grigio

Kid sip: Peach iced tea, unsweetened

Pro tip: zest the lemon before juicing it.

The full twenty-dinner menu

Shared bases, optional proteins, mild-to-spicy choices and alcohol-free sips. Every recipe includes a serving illustration, ingredients, four steps and mixed-eater notes.

  1. Lemon-Garlic Chickpea & Spinach Skillet
  2. Spicy Peanut-Lime Noodles
  3. Mediterranean Chickpea Wrap Bar
  4. Lemon-Garlic Pasta Primavera
  5. Smoky Black Bean & Corn Tacos
  6. Creamy Coconut Lentil Curry
  7. Crispy Tofu & Broccoli Stir-Fry
  8. Tomato & White Bean Basil Toasts
  9. Green Goddess Edamame Grain Bowls
  10. Mushroom & Spinach Quesadillas
  11. Harissa Pepper Couscous Bowls
  12. Speedy Salmon Rice Bowls
  13. One-Pan Sausage, Peppers & White Beans
  14. Egg Fried Rice with Veggies
  15. Quick Turkey or Lentil Bolognese
  16. Loaded Sweet Potatoes, Two Ways
  17. Pesto Tortellini with Peas
  18. Quick Fish Tacos with Crunchy Slaw
  19. Chickpea Greek-Style Salad Pitas
  20. Build-Your-Own Breakfast-for-Dinner Plates

The kitchen scale

Turn the dial to convert grams, ounces and cups. Cup figures are estimates and vary by ingredient.

Finish: Cherry red

250 g

8.8 oz · 0.55 lb · ≈ 2.08 cups flour

Ingredient translator

One page at the front of the guide so cooks in Canada, the US, the UK and Europe shop with confidence.

Canada / USUK / Europe
CilantroCoriander (leaves)
ZucchiniCourgette
Scallions / green onionsSpring onions
Bell pepperPepper / capsicum
Ground beefBeef mince
All-purpose flourPlain flour
BroilGrill (top heat)
1 cup≈ 240 ml

Pair it worldwide

Each recipe lists a Canadian pick plus an easy-to-find international style, and an alcohol-free option for every table.

Explore more pairings on WINEVERSEiQWines from Canada and around the world, matched to dinner.

Please enjoy alcohol responsibly and only if of legal drinking age where you live.

What's included in your download

20 flexible recipes

Ingredients, four-step methods and serving illustrations. Not independently test-cooked.

7-day meal plan

A full week mapped for mixed eaters.

Master shopping list

Grouped by store aisle, printable.

Nutrition & practical swaps

Four sample calorie estimates, plus portion and lower-sodium guidance. No verified macros or medical guarantees.

Allergen & swap guide

Nut-free, dairy-free and gluten-aware swaps.

Ingredient translator

Canadian, US, UK and European names.

Drink pairings

Canadian + international wines and kid-friendly sips.

Interactive web edition

Use it on your phone in the kitchen, plus PDF.

Bring dinner to your table

One purchase includes all 20 recipes, both cover editions, the illustrated PDFs and the kitchen-friendly reader. Your private access page opens after successful payment.

US$19.99 · one-time purchase · applicable tax shown at checkout. Keep your receipt and bookmark your private access page. No sign-in required.

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