Classic Beef Stew & Dumplings
Cold weather food for those long nights of winter, Classic Beef Stew & Dumplings is the one pot meal you need right now. It does not get any more basic than this. A simple English-style stew topped with light, fluffy…
Roasted Sweet Potato Pear Soup
Roasting brings out the natural sweetness in our Roasted Sweet Potato Pear Soup. A healthy, nutritious fall or winter soup that’s festive enough for the holidays. Taking advantage of passive cooking means you can do something other than watching over…
Plum Pound Cake
Jammy, tart and subtly spiced with cinnamon and cardamom for a delicate hint of lemon, Plum Pound Cake takes advantage of the late summer’s harvest, well into fall with a rich, buttery, delicious cake that’s always a huge hit. Growing…
Cioppino di Crema
In our house, this is known as 'Cioppino di Crema con Coco', an Italian-American-inspired fish-based, chunky soup. Despite the name, it’s not traditional Italian fare, but rather my imaginings of a flavour profile I was craving; creamy, smoky, and ocean…
Rustic French Honey Cake
Simplicity is underrated. Rustic French Honey Cake is pure simplicity. Rich honey flavour in a beautifully moist cake that’s easy to make! Cake Is its Own Reward. Rustic, single-layer cakes are some of my favourite cakes. No layering or frosting,…
Brie Grilled Cheese with Pear & Chili Honey Butter
Creamy Brie, crisp pear and a bit of sweet heat make for a brilliant Brie Grilled Cheese! It’s a fun change-up from your usual and perfect summer fare. Summer Eats & Cottage Life As the weather turns, our eating habits…
Classic Mustard Glazed Ham
Sharp and tangy, Classic Mustard Glazed Ham makes a spectacular centrepiece for your festive table. Easter, Christmas or any large family gathering, there’s guaranteed to be lots of leftovers! We’re still consuming our Easter Mustard Glazed Ham. Because it’s poached…
Country Style Ribs in Coffee BBQ Sauce
There are no shortcuts when you make Country Style Ribs in Coffee BBQ Sauce. It's the long, slow braise that creates the deep, rich BBQ flavour! If you don't have three hours to dedicate to this dish, don't even attempt…
Braised Filipino Chicken Thighs
Braised Filipino Chicken Thighs, Adobong Manock in Tagalog, also known as Adobo Chicken is a must-try recipe! It’s bright and balanced, flavourful and deeply satisfying. Served with simple steamed rice, green onions, fresh cilantro and a wedge of lime to…
Green Goddess Mac & Cheese
Swirly rotini pasta in a Monterey Jack cheese sauce chockfull of green veggie goodness with leeks, spinach and broccoli and then smothered in cheese and baked. Green Goddess Mac & Cheese is the mac and cheese you WANT your kids…
Classic Béchamel Sauce in 4 Steps
It's the cream in your Mac & Cheese, the finish to your signature lasagna, the velvety top to your Mousakka, the gooey goodness in your Croque Monsieur, Classic Béchamel Sauce broken down into in 4 Steps. A cornerstone sauce for…
One Bowl Blueberry Muffins
Super easy and always popular, my One Bowl Blueberry Muffins recipe is one of my most requested recipes at our house. Moist, tender and packed with juicy berries, it's a popular breakfast bite or snack, with my snackers! A simple…