Nothing says autumn quite like pumpkin baking and this Pumpkin Streusel Bundt Cake is a true seasonal favourite. Made with real pumpkin, warm autumn spices, and filled with a buttery brown sugar streusel, this moist and tender cake is perfect for cozy mornings, afternoon coffee b … | Continue reading
There's something special about the combination of apples and warm baked goods on a crisp autumn day. This Caramelized Apple Cornbread brings together those comforting flavours in one simple delicious bake. Sweet, golden apples are caramelized in butter along with some sugar and … | Continue reading
If you're looking for a comforting Italian dish that feels rustic, honey, and full of bold Mediterranean flavour, these Peperoni Ripieni are exactly the kind of recipe you will want to make again and again. Inspired by classic Neapolitan Cooking, each pepper is stuffed with a ric … | Continue reading
If you are craving a homemade dessert that's quick, comforting, and filled with warm autumn flavour, this 3-ingredient Apple Spice Cake is the kind of recipe you will want to keep close. It starts with a simple spice cake mix and a can of apple pie filling, creating a moist, frag … | Continue reading
There's something wonderfully nostalgic about a homemade pan of macaroni and cheese, and this Spameroni & Cheese takes that comfort to a whole new level. Rich, creamy, and budget-friendly, it's the kind of cozy casserole that comes together using simple pantry ingredients, yet ta … | Continue reading
There's something wonderfully comforting about a good tea loaf, and this Banana, Rum, Date & Walnut Loaf is one of those bakes that feels like a little treasure. Simple ingredients, big flavour, and the perfect way to use up those over-ripe bananas we all seem to have hanging ar … | Continue reading
There's something wonderfully nostalgic about a classic Boston Cream Pie - that beautifully moist vanilla layer cake filled with thick silky homemade custard and finished with a glossy semi-sweet chocolate glaze.Despite it's name, it's not a pie at all, but a timeless dessert th … | Continue reading
Here I am again with another Meals of the Week Post. On Sundays I like to share with you, my dear readers, all of the meals that I have enjoyed eating as my main meals over this past week. When you are a person that lives on their own there can be a tendency to eat out of tins, … | Continue reading
There's something timeless and comforting about a good rice pudding, and this Lemon Rice pudding brings a bright, modern twist to a classic favourite. It's everything a proper rice pudding should be - rich, toothsome, and deeply soothing - but lifted with the fresh zestiness of … | Continue reading
There's something wonderfully comforting about a hot sandwich, and this one is truly special. Built on a soft potato roll and layered with lots of deli turkey, smoky bacon, rich cheddar and a ranch mayonnaise, it delivers that perfect balance of flavours that makes every bite fee … | Continue reading
There's something wonderfully comforting about a good sausage casserole - the kind that fills the kitchen with cozy aromas and brings everyone to the table with a smile. This recipe is one of those simple, homestyle dishes that feels just like a warm hug.Tender meaty sausages, a … | Continue reading
If you're craving classic take-out style sweet and sour chicken, but don't want the fuss, or the huge portions, this small-batch Baked Sweet & Sour Chicken is going to be a new favourite. Tender pieces of chicken are lightly coated, browned until crisp, and then baked in a gloss … | Continue reading
If you're looking for a fun, fast, family-friendly recipe that delivers big pizza flavour with almost no effort, this Pepperoni Pull-Apart Pizza Bread is destined to become a favourite! Made with simple ingredients - canned biscuits, spaghetti sauce, pepperoni and plenty of gooe … | Continue reading
A timeless crowd-pleaser downsized to feed a smaller family, this is a delicious dish that brings big, bold flavours to the table -- hearty, smoky, a little bit sweet and a whole lot comforting. A scratch-made version which layers tender beans, with smoky bacon, ground beef, some … | Continue reading
Another Sunday, another Meals of the Week post! Sundays is the day that I set apart to share with you, my readers, all of the delicious meals I have cooked, shared and enjoyed over the past 7 days. Most days I eat at home with the occasional meal out.Just because I am a single p … | Continue reading
If you love easy comfort food that hits the spot every single time, these Open Faced Garlic Toast Italian Sloppy Joes are about to become a new favorite! This simple, family-friendly recipe brings together two classics - saucy savory Sloppy Joes and crispy, buttery garlic toast … | Continue reading
If you think that a truly good Bolognese sauce has to be complicated, this recipe proves the opposite. After decades of trial, error, and plenty of home-cooked suppers, this is the version that finally became "the one" - simple, hearty and deeply flavorful.This is the kind of sau … | Continue reading
If you love old-fashioned bakes with a touch of charm, this Caraway Seed & Lemon Cake is a beautiful little loaf to add to your teatime rotation. Adapted from a trusted Tamasin Day-Lewis recipe, it combines the bright freshness of lemon with the gentle warmth of caraway - just a … | Continue reading
There is nothing quite as comforting when the cooler months roll around as a good old-fashioned Boiled Dinner - a true Maritime and New England classic that's been loved for generations. This humble one pot meal starts with salty meat simmered low and slow until tender, creating … | Continue reading
There is nothing quite as comforting as a bowl of homemade potato soup, especially one rich with cheddar, garlic, and plenty of hearty goodness. This Easy Cheddar & Garlic Potato Soup is the kind of recipe that comes together quickly, uses simple everyday ingredients, and fills … | Continue reading
There is something really comforting about a homemade bake, especially one that fill the kitchen with warmth and familiar scents. This recipe is one of those simple, dependable favourites . . . the kind you can pull together with everyday ingredients ad end up with something trul … | Continue reading
On Sundays I like to share with you, my sweet readers, my Meals of the Week. That is everything delicious I have enjoyed as my main meals over the past seven days, plus any pertaining recipes and suggestions for delicious sides.I do normally eat at my sister's on Sundays for Sun … | Continue reading
If you love the warm, nostalgic comfort of apple pie but don't always have the time (or energy) to make a full one, these Apple Pie Roll Ups are about to become your new favourite apple dessert! They capture everything we adore about classic apple pie -- buttery pastry, cinnamon- … | Continue reading
If you are looking for a quick and simple supper for one, this Ham and Swiss Dutch Baby Pancake fits the bill perfectly. Its the perfect size for anyone who is wanting to cook something without any waste. It goes together very quickly using simple ingredients and can be on the ta … | Continue reading
If you're in the mood for something fun, comforting, and a little bit cheeky, this Welsh Rarebit Poutine is the kind of dish that will make you smile even before you take the first bite. It starts with a batch of hot crispy fries, topped with bits of cheese, melting from the heat … | Continue reading
If you love easy, budget-friendly meals that taste like pure comfort, this Crazy Crust Pizza is set to become a new favorite weeknight wonder. Instead of kneading dough or waiting for anything to rise, you simply whisk together a quick batter, pour it into the pan, top with some … | Continue reading
If you are a fan of sweet and salty desserts, this Ritz Cracker Pie is about to become your newest obsession. Inspired by a vintage UK recipe I found online and adapted to use North American measures and ingredients, it just might be one of the ugliest desserts you will ever bak … | Continue reading
If you've been blessed with a bumper crop of pears this year, this small-batch Pear, Vanilla & Cardamom Jam is the perfect way to turn them into something truly special. It makes only 3 1/2 pints of the most delicious jam. Pears don't store well, so preserving them while they're … | Continue reading
Hello everyone and welcome to my Sunday Meals of the Week post! On Sundays I like to share with you all of the delicious things that I have enjoyed as my main meals over the past seven days, along with any recipes I used and menu suggestions. That's seven days of tastiness! I m … | Continue reading
If you love the taste of a warm cinnamon cake donut, and muffins, but don't want to make a whole batch, this Cinnamon Donut Puff for One is the perfect little treat. Soft, tender and coated in a buttery cinnamon sugar topping, it delivers all of the nostalgic donut-shop flavors i … | Continue reading
If you're looking for a fresh, bright, and incredibly easy fish supper, this Gremolata Baked Cod is a recipe you will want to bookmark. Made with thick, meaty North Atlantic cod loins and topped with a crisp lemon-herb breadcrumb mixture, it's the kind of dish that delivers big … | Continue reading
This Small Batch Corn Casserole is the perfect blend of sweet corn, creamy texture, and golden, cheesy comfort. Made with simple pantry ingredients and baked until fluffy inside and lightly crisp around the edges, it's a cozy side dish that right at home on any table.Whether you … | Continue reading
This Roasted Root Vegetable Soup is the perfect cozy bowl for autumn, made with a colorful mix of carrots, parsnips, sweet potatoes, rutabaga, onions, and shallots, all roasted to perfection. Naturally sweet and caramelized. Blended with warm stock and seasoned simply with thyme, … | Continue reading
Sometimes the simplest meals are the ones which bring us the most comfort, and this Magic Chicken Pie is exactly that kind of recipe. Everything gets layered right into the dish - tender shredded chicken, vegetables, onion, cheese, a quick batter and a savoury soup mixture - and … | Continue reading
I am sharing a recipe today for an easy vegetable dip that comes together in about 5 minutes, which is perfect for a healthy snack, light lunch, entertaining or even for packing, along with some crudites in a packed lunch. Light, cool, creamy, and seasoned to perfection with fres … | Continue reading
Hello everyone and welcome to my weekly Meals of the Week Post. Normally on Sundays I like to share with you all the delicious recipes and meals that I have enjoyed over the past seven days. That's all of the main meals that I have eaten along with any recipes and menu suggestio … | Continue reading
17th Century Honey Cake. There are not many 17th century cake recipes out there, but every once in a while you come across one that you just have to bake! This is a delicious loaf cake recipe that I baked a week or so ago and am only now just getting to show you. I have adapted … | Continue reading
Todays recipe is for a delicious pasta salad that is very quick and easy to make. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, packed lunches or a side dish to any weeknight meal. Its a simple recipe that goes together quickly and easily, less than 20 minutes and is exceptionally budget friend … | Continue reading
This delicious recipe is an easy, comforting sheet-pan dinner that you will really want to make again and again. With this you get tender chicken thighs which roast along side of butter - kissed paprika potatoes, finishing with tender asparagus and a drizzle of honey to provide g … | Continue reading
This Comfort Spaghetti is the perfect quick and easy pasta dish for days when you want something simple, fresh, and incredibly satisfying without a lot of work involved. Made with good quality Italian tinned tomatoes, fragrant basil, Parmigiano Reggiano, and a bright garlic‑lemon … | Continue reading
Sometimes the simplest things bring the most joy, and this Fresh Fruit Compote is one of those little treasures. Made with whatever fruit you have on hand — fresh, frozen, or a mix of both — it’s a beautifully versatile recipe that turns everyday ingredients into something bright … | Continue reading
Sometimes the best breakfasts are the ones we make just for ourselves — simple, cozy, and full of flavour. These Easy Oven Baked Breakfast Tacos for One are exactly that kind of morning treat. With minimal prep and just a handful of everyday ingredients, you can enjoy warm, melty … | Continue reading
Hello everyone and welcome to my weekly Meals of the Week post for this past week, which is pretty much the last week of August. It was a week full of family dinners as my brother and sister-in-law were still down for the first few days before returning to Ottawa and then one of … | Continue reading
If you’ve ever wished for a homemade loaf of bread that’s quick, reliable, and completely fuss‑free, this Easy No Knead Light Rye Bread is about to become a favourite. Ready in under two hours and mixed entirely with an electric whisk — no kneading required — it delivers a beauti … | Continue reading
There’s something wonderfully comforting about a good fruit crumble, and this Three Fruit Crumble brings together the very best flavours of late summer and early autumn. Made with ripe pears, cooking apples, and a handful of berries — blackberries or cranberries, whichever you ha … | Continue reading
Some desserts feel like little moments of serendipity, and these Amaretti Stuffed Peaches are exactly that. Born from one of those “I finally have everything I need” kitchen days, they take simple ingredients — firm, sweet peaches, crisp amaretti biscuits, a splash of almond liqu … | Continue reading
There’s something wonderfully comforting about a classic omelet, but when you’re craving a breakfast that feels a little more special, this Herbed Soufflé Omelet is just the thing. Light, airy, and beautifully puffed, it brings together simple ingredients and fresh herbs to creat … | Continue reading
There’s something wonderfully comforting about a pot of homemade baked beans simmering away in the oven, especially on cool, damp days when you’re craving hearty, old‑fashioned food. These Old Fashioned Classic Baked Beans are a true family classic — rich, robust, and deeply sati … | Continue reading