This homemade egg noodles recipe makes the best egg noodles! It’s a simple, beloved recipe passed down from my Great Grandma on my dad’s side. She grew a love of gardening in our family and cooked with the same wholesome, straightforward approach. These egg noodles are surprisingly easy to make and taste wonderful—proof that good … Read more

Air Fryer Honey Soy Glazed Carrots are one of my favorite ways to prepare carrots: sticky, sweet, and with a gentle spicy kick. The simple glaze uses pantry staples—honey, low-sodium soy sauce, oil, and red pepper flakes—so it’s easy to pull together any night of the week. These carrots are simple enough for a weeknight … Read more

These steamed mussels in a rich lobster broth come together with just a few ingredients in under 30 minutes. They make a perfect starter or main course—serve them with fries, pasta, or plenty of crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth. These mussels are budget-friendly and quick to prepare — I paid around $3 … Read more

This smooth butternut squash soup topped with crispy bacon makes a comforting, light lunch as the weather turns cooler. Serve with crusty bread or enjoy on its own. With the first hint of autumn in the air and the kids back at school, I suddenly found myself craving warm, soothing lunches instead of salads. I’ve … Read more

Easy Deluxe Florentines Recently I had the pleasure of meeting Hazel, the owner of Cupcake Daisy. She creates beautiful sweet treats, including these Easy Deluxe Florentines. I couldn’t resist asking her to share this delicious Florentines recipe with us. Florentines are one of my favourites, and Hazel’s version is truly deluxe — full of fruit, … Read more

This Vegan Tagine with Chickpeas is a comforting one-pot dinner that’s full of flavor and easy to make. Fragrant Moroccan spices combine with a nutritious mix of vegetables, chickpeas, and dried fruit to create a rich, stew-like tagine. It’s simple to prepare, packed with anti-inflammatory ingredients, and yields plenty of leftovers ideal for the fridge … Read more

Delicious and rich in flavor, infused with herbs, this easy homemade tomato sauce is made from fresh tomatoes in just 15 minutes. Use it as tomato base on a pizza, as a pasta sauce, or serve alongside meat. It’s quick, fresh, fragrant and sweet, but without added sugars. Friday night is pizza night at our … Read more

This chocolate “caramel” tart started as an attempt to redeem a baking flop. It was Passover, and I’d spotted tender pink rhubarb at the market. I couldn’t stop thinking about a rhubarb tart, so I tried an almond flour crust and improvised—butter, sugar, a pinch of salt, and an egg yolk to bind. The crust … Read more

I love my crock pot, but to be honest, when I pull it out I want dinner to be super easy. I don’t want to chop fresh herbs or dirty a dozen measuring cups. I want to toss everything in, set it, and walk away until dinner. Our family of five eats at staggered times: … Read more

Teaching kids to cook isn’t just about collecting recipes. To truly empower children in the kitchen, build skill foundations the way you’d teach reading—step by step, with practice and encouragement. I passed an elementary school the other day and noticed several massive balls of snow piled in the playground. It made me smile—our front yard … Read more