As we head into what is sure to be the best summer in years, what better way to soak up the sun than with friends and family enjoying a delicious meal? Canadians are constantly looking for ways to free up their time from routine tasks (hint: grocery shopping!) so they can spend more time savouring the season. Regain that precious time by ordering groceries on DoorDash right to your doorstep with the click of a button.
Enter chef Matty Matheson. We teamed up with the busy chef to help level up your hosting skills and bring out the chef in you, by sharing helpful tips and tricks and a fool proof recipe to master ahead of the summer season.
Matty Matheson’s Top Three Tips
Tip 1: Clean as you go, don’t be a big ol’ dirty dog
“Cleaning as you go is the first thing I tell any of my chefs. It’s one of the best ways to stay organized, calm and eliminate distractions so you can focus on what you’re making.” – Matty Matheson
And if you forgot an ingredient and only realize half way through, don’t fret! Order the missing ingredients on DoorDash and get what you need in no time with the click of a button.
When it’s delivered, remember to turn off any burners before grabbing it from your doorstep. Because cleaning as you go also means being proactive of any future messes you could create by stepping out (we see you, boiling pot of water!).
Tip 2: Don’t keep spices longer than 6 months
“Keep your pantry tight and fully stocked to ensure you make the most flavourful recipes at home.” – Matty Matheson
“And if you run out – make your life easier by ordering the spices through DoorDash.”
DoorDash offers an incredible selection of fresh produce, spices, pantry staples, meats and more – perfect for your weekly grocery haul or any last-minute ingredients you need for a recipe.
Tip 3: Recipes are just guidelines
“Recipes are just guidelines, don’t be scared to experiment. It’s your kitchen and you are the one cooking – make it count!” – Matty Matheson
If you’re looking for inspiration, there are thousands of meal ideas on DoorDash, from pizza and pasta to tikka masala and gyros.
With access to everyday convenience and local restaurants from your neighbourhood, DoorDash is the perfect one-stop-shop to help you host this summer. Plus – become a DashPass member now and earn even more rewards. The first 30 days are free and after that, it’s only $9.99 per month to get access to the best of your neighbourhood.
And now, the recipe you’ve all been waiting for, here is one of Matty’s all-time favourite dishes, created by his wife Trish.
Happy cooking!
Trish’s Chicken
Prep: 1 hour
Serves: 4-6
Ingredients
12 chicken thighs, skin on
1 cup (128 grams) cauliflower, chopped. (optional)
1 lemon (2-3 tablespoons), quartered
1 cup (128 grams) pitted prunes
1 cup (128 grams) pitted green olives
3-4 tbsp (21 grams) sherry vinegar or apple cider vinegar
3 tbsp (21 grams) olive oil
3 cloves (21 grams) garlic, smashed
Salt, Pepper to taste
Method
1. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C)
2. In a large mixing bowl, add chicken thighs, cauliflower, prunes, olives, vinegar, oil, garlic.
3. Squeeze lemon quarters all over and then add your rinds to the mixing bowl. Add salt and pepper to taste.
4. Combine using your hands until everything is mixed well and coated.
5. Transfer mix to a roasting pan, chicken should be skin side up and put in the oven.
6. Roast for about 40 minutes, until the chicken is crispy and golden brown. Baste your chicken using the drippings in the roasting pan occasionally, at least twice.
7. Once chicken is fully cooked, remove from oven, allow to rest for 10 minutes
8. Serve over white rice
