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
If you’re looking for a quick, flavour‑packed supper that brings together sweet, tangy, and gently spiced notes, these Curried Pineapple Glazed Ham/Gammon Steaks are a delicious choice. These steaks something truly special when paired with golden caramelised pineapple, a touch of … | Continue reading
Hello everyone and welcome to my Sunday Meals of the Week Post. Every Sunday I share with you, my dear readers, all of the meals I have prepared and enjoyed as my main meals over the past seven days. I also share any suggestions for menu plans as well.As a Senior living on a fix … | Continue reading
If you love easy, cozy bakes that taste like home, you’re going to adore these 2‑Ingredient Apple Pie Cups. They’re the kind of simple little treat that feels almost magical — sweet, warm apple filling tucked into golden, flaky cinnamon roll cups with hardly any effort at all. Pe … | Continue reading
If you’re cooking for one or two, you know how hard it can be to find breakfast recipes that don’t leave you with more than you need. This Bacon, Egg & Cheese Bake for Two is wonderfully sized, quick to pull together, and packed with cozy flavours. It’s the kind of recipe you kee … | Continue reading
If you love cozy, comforting meals that come together quickly, this Baked Beans for One recipe is a little gem you’ll want to keep close. Made with simple pantry ingredients and just the right balance of sweet, tangy, and savoury flavours, these homemade baked beans are perfect f … | Continue reading
There’s something wonderfully comforting about a warm corn muffin, especially when it’s baked in a small batch just right for one or two. These Small Batch Corn Muffins are tender, lightly sweet, and full of that classic cornmeal flavour we all love. They stir together in minutes … | Continue reading
Some mornings just call for a hearty, comforting skillet of potatoes — the kind that brown beautifully, smell amazing, and make you feel like you’re starting the day on the right foot. This small‑batch Potatoes O’Brien is perfect for one or two people, with tender par‑boiled pota … | Continue reading
Fresh, underripe peaches don’t have to be a disappointment — in fact, they’re the secret to this bright and refreshing Green Peach Salad, a clever recipe that turns the hardest, most unforgiving fruit into something truly delicious. Inspired by Genius Recipes and loved for its si … | Continue reading
Hi everyone! Here we are, another Sunday, another Meals of the Week post! Every Sunday I like to share with you, my dear readers, my meals of the week. Everything delicious that I have cooked and or eaten for my main meals over the past seven days! Because I live on my own, … | Continue reading
If you’re looking for a simple, comforting dessert that celebrates the very best of late‑summer fruit, this Mixed Berry Crumble is the perfect choice. Made with a colourful blend of berries and topped with a buttery, golden crumble, it’s a dessert that’s both easy to prepare and … | Continue reading
There’s something wonderfully comforting about a dish that starts with humble ingredients and turns into pure, cozy magic. This Enfrijoladas Bake is exactly that kind of recipe — a simple, family‑friendly meal inspired by classic Mexican enfrijoladas, but made even easier by laye … | Continue reading
If you’ve ever wanted a reliable recipe for soft, homemade burger buns, these Easy Burger Buns are a beautiful place to start. These buns have quickly became a favourite in my kitchen. Adapted from a vegan recipe I found online, I’ve reworked the ingredients and corrected the No … | Continue reading
This Blueberry Streusel Cake is a small‑batch delight that’s perfect for anyone craving a tender, buttery crumb studded with juicy blueberries and finished with a sweet, cinnamon‑kissed streusel. It’s an easy, everyday cake that comes together quickly with simple pantry ingredien … | Continue reading
These Roasted Honey BBQ Chicken Thighs are the perfect blend of sweet, smoky, and savoury — a simple, family‑friendly dish that turns everyday ingredients into something truly irresistible. Bone‑in, skin‑on thighs roast up beautifully juicy, while a rub of BBQ seasoning, garlic, … | Continue reading
If you love cozy, comforting meals that make the most of simple ingredients, this Chicken and Stuffing Pie is about to become a new favourite. Made to use up leftover cooked chicken, this easy casserole comes together “lickety split” and delivers all the flavours of a classic pot … | Continue reading
Hello everyone and welcome to my Sunday Meals of the Week post. Every Sunday I like to share with you, my dear readers, all of the deliciousness that I have enjoyed as my main meals for the past seven days.It is hard to believe that we are already well into August. The summer se … | Continue reading
There’s something wonderfully old‑fashioned about a pan of Butter Swim Biscuits—the way they bubble up through a pool of melted butter, turning golden at the edges and impossibly tender inside. This small‑batch version gives you all that homestyle comfort without making a dozen b … | Continue reading
If you’re craving cozy comfort without the leftovers, this Cheesy Tuna Casserole for One is the perfect small‑batch meal. Made with tender pasta, a rich homemade sauce, and plenty of melted cheddar and Parmesan, it delivers all the creamy, crunchy goodness of a classic tuna bake … | Continue reading
If you’re craving a quick, comforting dessert that tastes like it came straight from a farmhouse kitchen, this Aunt Berry's Fruit Cobbler is just the thing. Made with simple pantry staples and a can of fruit pie filling, it bakes into a golden, buttery crust with sweet, jammy fru … | Continue reading
If you’re looking for a quick and delicious chicken dinner that feels like you’ve cooked all day but comes together in minutes, this Chicken with Cherry Tomatoes and Capers is a keeper. Tender escallopes of chicken are browned until golden, then simmered with sweet cherry tomatoe … | Continue reading
If you’re looking for an easy, comforting bake that turns simple ingredients into something truly delicious, this Cheesy Cauliflower Bake is a recipe you’ll want to keep close. Tender cauliflower is folded into a savoury, cheesy mixture and baked until golden, creating a hearty d … | Continue reading
There’s something wonderfully satisfying about a good Chicken Shawarma Bowl — all those bright, fresh flavours layered together in one hearty, colourful dish. Tender spiced chicken, crisp veggies, fluffy rice, and a creamy garlic sauce… it’s the kind of meal that feels both comfo … | Continue reading
Here we are, another Sunday and the last week of July and first days of August. Sundays are the days for my Meals of the Week posts. The day when I gather together all of the deliciousness that I have enjoyed as my main meals over the past seven days and share them, plus my men … | Continue reading
Bright, fresh, and wonderfully fuss‑free, these Mini Lemon and Raspberry No‑Bake Cakes are the perfect little sunshine desserts for summer. With their creamy lemon cream cheese frosting, filling of sweet raspberry jam and toasted almonds, and a simple chilled assembly, they’re id … | Continue reading
If you’re craving something fresh, simple, and wonderfully satisfying, this Tomato, Cucumber & Cheese Sandwich is the kind of easy meal that feels like a small summer pleasure. Made with crisp cucumber, juicy sliced tomatoes, and your favourite cheese layered between soft sour do … | Continue reading
Nova Scotia Hodge Podge is a beloved Maritime classic made with the season’s freshest young vegetables, gently cooked and tossed in a rich, silky sauce of cream, salt pork, and a splash of vegetable cooking liquor. It’s colourful, comforting, and deeply rooted in Nova Scotia heri … | Continue reading
There’s nothing quite as comforting as a bowl of homemade chowder, especially on those days when you want something warm and hearty without spending hours in the kitchen. This Quick & Easy Creamy Corn Chowder is the kind of recipe you keep tucked in your back pocket—simple ingred … | Continue reading
If you enjoy a cookie that’s soft, tender, and full of cozy maple sweetness, these Soft Maple Sugar Cookies are about to become a new favourite. They’re the kind of bake that fills your kitchen with the warm scent of butter and maple, and they stay wonderfully soft for days — the … | Continue reading
If you’re looking for a hearty, family‑friendly skillet supper that comes together quickly and delivers big comfort, this Chuckwagon Beef & Pasta Skillet is just the thing. Made with lean ground beef, tender wagon‑wheel pasta, and a sweet‑tangy sauce that simmers into something r … | Continue reading
Hello everyone! Welcome to my weekly Sunday Meals of the Week Post! Every Sunday I like to do a recap of all of the main meals that I have cooked and or enjoyed over the past seven days! All of the delicious main dishes that have graced my table. It is a post that I really e … | Continue reading
If you’re looking for a classic Canadian treat in a perfectly small‑batch size, these Maple Butter Tarts are everything you love about the traditional dessert — sweet, gooey, buttery, and irresistibly nostalgic. Made with real maple syrup and a tender homemade pastry, this recipe … | Continue reading
If you’re looking for a cozy, comforting chicken dinner with a bright, modern twist, this Salsa Verde Chicken with Herbed Cornmeal Dumplings is exactly the kind of meal you’ll want bubbling away on your stovetop. Tender chunks of leftover or rotisserie chicken simmer in a creamy, … | Continue reading
Potato salad has always been one of those timeless summer dishes that brings comfort to the table, and this Potato, Egg & Green Bean Salad is a fresh, colourful twist on the classic. Built on fork‑tender new potatoes, crisp‑tender green beans, and eggs cooked just between soft an … | Continue reading
Cooking for one or two doesn’t have to mean settling for bland meals or drowning in leftovers. This Dump & Bake Meatball Casserole is a cozy, small‑batch pasta bake that comes together with just a handful of ingredients and almost no effort. Everything — dry pasta, marinara sauce … | Continue reading