This Quick & Easy Pasta Salad is packed with fresh vegetables, bite-sized fresh mozzarella and parmesan, and an easy store-bought Italian dressing to keep things simple. It’s a colorful, crowd-pleasing side dish—perfect for barbecues, potlucks, and casual gatherings. Totally customizable: use your favorite bottled dressing (the recipe below uses a zesty Italian-style dressing) and swap … Read more

This classic Chicken Pot Pie is the ultimate comfort food: a flaky, buttery crust wrapped around tender chicken, soft vegetables and a creamy, savory filling. It’s simple to prepare, family-friendly and perfect for weeknights or weekend gatherings. If you love homestyle meals, this creamy chicken pot pie will quickly become a go-to. The golden-browned crust … Read more

Twice-Baked Mashed Potatoes are a rich, comforting side of roasted garlic mashed potatoes finished with melted gruyere, crisp prosciutto, and fresh chives. This variation on the classic casserole delivers deep flavor and creamy texture, perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday spreads. These twice-baked mashed potatoes are a favorite for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and family dinners. The … Read more

There’s something irresistible about adding fruit to a salad. This gluten-free pear and goat cheese salad is an easy, fresh way to bring fruit into your greens. This post may contain affiliate links. Please see my disclosure page for more information. About This Salad Recipe This simple salad blends the sweet juiciness of pears with … Read more

This cranberry salad is a holiday staple—easy, bright, and perfect alongside roast turkey, ham, roast chicken, or pork. Using canned whole-berry cranberry sauce combined with pineapple, orange, and chopped nuts creates a sweet-tart counterpoint to savory mains. No gelatin or cream cheese is needed, and whipped cream is optional. It’s simple to make ahead and … Read more

The perfect holiday soup, loaded with roasted, earthy flavors—light enough to enjoy before the main feast. Each year I tweak my Thanksgiving menu to highlight new ingredients and flavors. One year I served butternut squash with parsnips and pears; this season I wanted a different, more distinctive soup that won’t weigh down guests before the … Read more

I love a good stir-fry, and this crispy tofu hoisin stir-fry is one of my favourites. Crisp baked tofu and bright, seasonal vegetables are tossed in a sweet, sticky hoisin-style sauce and served over nutty brown rice. It’s comforting, full of vegetables (counts as four of your five-a-day), naturally vegan and gluten-free when you use … Read more

Brown Sugar Simple Syrup is a versatile and delicious sweetener for cocktails, coffee drinks, and desserts. It’s truly as simple as it sounds: once you know the basic method and how to store it, you’ll be adding it to Old Fashioneds, stirring it into lattes, and drizzling it over grilled fruit to impress guests. Simple … Read more

These Paleo Chocolate Creme Eggs are a delightful, allergy-friendly treat perfect for Easter. They’re paleo-friendly, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, and made without refined sugar. Yield: 16. Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Iconic Easter Treats Holidays often come with signature treats, and for Easter the Cadbury Creme Egg is a classic. Many … Read more

Raspberry French Toast Casserole is a bright, comforting breakfast bake that pairs juicy raspberries with a luscious cream cheese filling. This version is quick and easy—no overnight soaking required—and is ready in about 45 minutes, making it perfect for busy mornings or a relaxed weekend brunch. Soft bread cubes soak in a custard of eggs, … Read more