If you’re looking for last-minute inspiration for a gluten- and dairy-free Christmas, here are some of my favourite recipes to try. These ideas cover festive cakes, cookies, sweets and warming drinks — all free from gluten and dairy so everyone can join in the celebrations. There are many more recipes on the website for puddings, … Read more
Get ready for a mouthwatering dish that blends comfort food with backyard barbecue flavor. This BBQ Chicken Casserole with Sweet Potatoes pairs smoky, tangy barbecue sauce with the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes for a cozy, flavor-packed meal the whole family will love. Table of Contents This recipe is… Why You’ll Love This Recipe … Read more
Enjoy these ham, cheese, and spinach breakfast pies on your way out the door in the morning or as an easy breakfast-for-dinner option. A few weeks ago, late at night, we let Ginger out while we watched an episode of Dexter. I’m still not sold on that show — three seasons in and I remain … Read more
Cacio e Pepe is a classic Roman pasta made with just a few high-quality ingredients: aged Pecorino Romano cheese, freshly cracked black pepper, pasta (traditionally spaghetti), and a little of the starchy cooking water. The starch from the pasta water combined with a bit of olive oil or butter and finely grated Pecorino creates a … Read more
In this easy Thai Peanut Chicken Noodle Stir Fry, mixed vegetables and chicken are tossed with whole wheat udon noodles and a sweet-spicy Thai peanut sauce. Ready in under 20 minutes, it’s a fast, flavorful weeknight dinner. I love peanut sauce and will happily drizzle it on almost anything. At restaurants I soak up every … Read more
Why I Love This Fruit Tart Some desserts look impressive but fall short on flavor, while others are unassuming yet unforgettable. This fresh fruit tart manages to be both gorgeous and delicious, and the best part is how straightforward it is to make. This recipe recreates the classic bakery-style fruit tart in three simple parts: … Read more
Pears are the star of this cozy deep-dish dessert pizza. A simple homemade pizza crust cradles a layer of caramelized, spiced pears, topped with a generous cinnamon streusel and finished with a buttery maple-vanilla glaze. Elegant, quick to assemble, and perfect for autumn gatherings. Pears may not be the first fruit you imagine on a … Read more
Dia de los Muertos has begun, and I’ve been thinking about my great-aunt Norma — she felt like a grandmother to me. She loved tequila and always brightened the room. In her honor I made a Spiced Pear Tequila Sour, a drink that blends warmth, spice, and a silky foam top. This recipe is a … Read more
This is a comforting Italian Wedding Soup with turkey meatballs made from scratch. Tender mini turkey meatballs simmer in a savory chicken broth with small pasta, vegetables, and fresh spinach. The recipe is straightforward and ready in under an hour—ideal for chilly evenings. Ingredients Homemade Mini Turkey Meatballs: Ground turkey, mild Italian chicken sausage (casing … Read more
These Christmas sugar cookie rolls combine everything you love about soft sugar cookies—rich vanilla, festive sprinkles, and creamy frosting—rolled into a tender, pillowy sweet-roll dough. They’re a holiday variation on classic cinnamon rolls, made with a milk-bread style dough that stays incredibly soft. The filling is essentially a sugar cookie dough, and finished with a … Read more