Summer may be ending, but I’m still enjoying produce and herbs from my summer garden. My husband and I just picked the last pears from our tree, while basil, thyme and bay leaves are hanging on despite cooler weather and rain. Lately I’ve been using those herbs in my cooking, and this simple thyme chicken … Read more

Skip the oven and make this savory slow cooker whole chicken for dinner instead. Aromatic herbs and spices season a juicy bird as it slowly cooks in the crockpot. Quick to prepare and forgiving to cook, this is the perfect toss-and-go weeknight meal. Some nights you want to fuss over dinner; other nights you need … Read more

A homemade take on a classic, this Gluten Free Green Bean Casserole offers a fresh, from-scratch approach with a delightful twist that will please the whole table. Some of the items mentioned are affiliate links. If you click through and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. … Read more

Bring spooky sweetness to your Halloween spread with Black Cat Cookies—rich chocolate sugar cookies shaped and decorated as adorable black cats. They’re perfect for parties, classroom treats, or a fun family baking session. These cookies use a chocolate sugar cookie base that I often make from a favorite cookbook. The dough works beautifully for shaped … Read more

This authentic baba ganoush is a smoky, flavor-packed eggplant dip that works as a spread, a topping for Mediterranean bowls, or a snack with pita chips or raw vegetables. I love baba ganoush. It’s my favorite dip and a nostalgic staple from my childhood kitchen. After many attempts I finally perfected an authentic version that … Read more

This 3-ingredient chocolate mousse is silky, rich, and incredibly quick to prepare — ideal for a last-minute dessert or an elegant finish to dinner. Ready in about 10 minutes, this mousse can be served in pretty cups, layered into parfaits, or used to top cakes, brownies, or fresh fruit cobblers. This recipe highlights quality ingredients. … Read more

These easy, gluten-free, paleo Cranberry Orange Bars feature chewy dried cranberries and a bright orange glaze. They stay moist and fluffy, use wholesome ingredients, and deliver a burst of citrus-cranberry flavor — a holiday favorite. Why you’ll love this recipe Made in one bowl for easy prep. Uses wholesome, real-food ingredients. Gluten-free and paleo-friendly. Bright … Read more

Rich, creamy and full of flavour, this creamy mushroom sauce is simple, addictive and versatile. Use it on pasta, pork chops, pan-seared chicken breasts, or spoon it over mashed potatoes. My favourite is to pour it over a perfectly cooked medium-rare steak with fries — it’s the ultimate weeknight comfort meal. Extra cracked black pepper … Read more

Another week, another taco. These were filled with chicken, a ripe tomato we picked up at the farmer’s market on the way home from Pennsylvania, cheese, black beans, cilantro, guacamole, and roasted red peppers. Delicious — thanks, Chef Matt! I’ve also been eating a lot of eggs this week. First up was an egg salad … Read more

Eggnog takes center stage in these festive eggnog scones. Its rich eggy flavor, sweet vanilla notes and a hint of nutmeg make an ideal addition to scones. Finished with a silky eggnog glaze, these scones are a delightful winter treat to enjoy with a hot cup of coffee or tea. If you enjoyed the cranberry … Read more