Father’s Day Dinner Recipes Dad Will Love

With or without the onion rings, this tender and juicy steak sandwich is completely satisfying, and is sure to please everyone at the table.

Melting lime butter and crumbly queso fresco adds new depths of flavour to sweet summer corn.

Pizza on the grill? Yeah, you can. If you don’t have time to make pizza dough, store-bought will do the trick. Here are other tasty ways to transform pizza dough.

Seared chicken thighs are accompanied by a mouth-watering sauce laced with garlic, grapes, olives and capers for the ultimate sweet and savoury combination.

Skip the takeout and opt to make this cheesy Italian comfort food at home instead. We guarantee it’s worth it.

Something of a well-kept cooking secret, duck fat adds richness and tons of flavour to simple ingredients, like these rosemary flavoured roasted potatoes.

Rachael Ray’s flank steak is marinated in an irresistible espresso, garlic and rosemary sauce before being grilled or broiled to juicy perfection.

These sweet and spicy ribs will have everyone licking their fingers (and plates!) clean.

With three kinds of chiles and another three types of chilli powder, this hearty bowl of homestyle beef chili topped with a toasted cumin crema packs quite the punch.

Smoky barbecued corn gives depth to this colourful summertime salad packed with chickpeas, black beans, green and red pepper and a finely chopped jalapeño for a touch of summer heat.

An out-of-this-world take on mac and cheese, this delectable dish is packed with crispy smoked bacon, onions and tomatoes, with a heaping amount of cheddar and Parmesan cheese.

Veal, pork and beef create mouth-watering meatballs that are perfect for tossing with al dente spaghetti and a Chianti marinara sauce in this dinnertime favourite.

This moist and fluffy go-to Easter side dish takes things up a notch with the savoury addition of basil, sage and thyme for a burst of herb flavouring.

These succulent short ribs are slow-cooked until they’re fall-off-the-bone tender, and are served with cheesy grits.

While some shepherd’s pie recipes substitute ground beef, Alton Brown’s version is traditional and hearty, with ground lamb loaded in savoury spices and topped with creamy, whipped potatoes that are baked to golden-brown perfection.

Cilantro adds a fresh note to this super simple salmon that you can prep ahead of time.

A satisfying make-ahead lunch or dinner, these sub-like sandwiches are filled with turkey sausage, bell peppers and onions that have been stewed in a hearty tomato-based sauce for maximum flavour. For more meal prep inspiration, try these freezer meals to make ahead.

Sure, you could spend hours slowly smoking ribs on the barbecue, or you could go the easy route and make these saucy meats in the slow cooker. Either way, you’re guaranteed fall-off-the-bone ribs that are sure to impress.

It’s about time these two staples got together to form the ultimate comfort food mashup. The classic lunch pairing is simply divine when baked together in a lovely cheesy layered casserole. Your whole family will adore this dish, which is like a savoury version of French toast.

Pork tenderloin “steaks” are served with shredded cabbage and sliced apples that are cooked down in the same pan as the pork to make a delicious sauce.

Tangy-sweet hoisin sauce turns mild salmon into a flavourful main. Simply steamed baby bok choy and hot brown rice are the only sides you’ll need (this meal is all about that salmon!).

Bobby Flay’s take on the Philly cheese steak is loaded up with tender pieces of strip loin, sauteed mushrooms, caramelized onions, sauteed peppers and a scratch-made provolone cheese sauce, piled high onto soft hoagie rolls.

Pounded chicken breasts are covered in grated Parmesan, then pan-fried until the cheese is melted and the chicken is cooked through. It’s then served atop linguine with a generous amount of tomato sauce. A homestyle Italian chicken parmesan recipe!

A sinfully delicious staple in the Deep South, two pounds of beef bottom round becomes a crispy, deep-fried treat that will make you a dinnertime superstar with just over an hour of cooking time.

Crank up the flavour of your bratwurst sausages by boiling them right in beer. Then simply sear on the grill and place back in the pot for another flavour infusion until you’re ready to serve.

A smear of yellow ballpark mustard, grown and processed right here in Canada, makes the Montreal smoked meat sandwich what it is. This version, made into a sliceable, shareable pizza also isn’t complete without a spicy mustard splatter.

A traditional supper for Rachael Ray, her grandpa used to make this tasty dish, consisting — of macaroni (spaghetti), Sunday gravy (marinara sauce), and slow-cooked meats — on Sundays for his 10 children. So you know for certain this recipe is crowd-pleaser!

Slow-cooked tender beef shoulder is the key to these juicy tacos, complemented by a fresh, simple salsa and homemade guacamole.

When it’s too hot to cook, simply assemble this tasty salad with a quick homemade dressing and salty charcuterie for an easy-peasy dinner that hits all right notes.

This no-fuss dish can be made in just 15 minutes and is a delicious alternative to your typical Caesar salad.

Cooked and served in a cast-iron skillet, this chunky, spicy, classic beef chili recipe is topped with hunks of cornbread for a meal in one.

Ree Drummond knows a thing or two about creating the ultimate comforting side dish. Similar to scalloped potatoes, this version adds a block of cream cheese, rosemary and green onions to the mix for a pop of flavour and more ooey-gooey goodness.

What could be more comforting than a burger topped with a giant onion ring? A burger topped with a giant onion ring and served on a pretzel roll, that’s what.

Ground beef makes a great burger, but it’s not always the leanest choice. Let this super-juicy, zesty turkey patty change your mind about healthy burgers.

These sticky-sweet wings can be served as a tasty appetizer (with lots of napkins!) or alongside sticky rice and veggies for a complete meal your family will adore.

Did someone say bacon? You bet! Believe it or not, there’s eight whole slices of thick, centre-cut bacon in this creamy, cheese-filled dip. Serve with veggies and bread for dipping, or just a spoon.

This complete meal is the ultimate comfort food: submarine rolls are loaded with juicy Italian meatballs smothered in a 5-minute marinara and topped with shredded Provolone before going for a quick cook under the broiler. Finish off the dish by garnishing with basil and serving with homemade oven fries.