Try this quick and easy potato pancake recipe. It’s a delicious way to use leftover potatoes! Our kids love them and the older ones often make this recipe themselves for a quick snack. This easy potato pancake recipe makes a tasty side dish that works well in place of potatoes, rice, or bread with chicken, … Read more

This zesty southwest quinoa salad with avocado is packed with black beans, chickpeas, corn, peppers, and red onion, all tossed in a bright lime vinaigrette. Made from wholesome ingredients, it’s naturally gluten-free and dairy-free. Like my quinoa and asparagus salad, this dish comes together in about 30 minutes and is perfect for meal prep, a … Read more

If summer were a dessert, this Blueberry Rhubarb Crisp would be it. Rhubarb is one of my favorite ingredients, and pairing it with blueberries instead of the more common strawberry makes for a bright, tangy dessert that feels like sunshine on a plate. If you enjoy this crisp, try my other fruit crisps like Peach … Read more

Granola Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, chewy cookies loaded with oats, crunchy granola, and melty chocolate chips. They bridge the gap between a granola bar and a bakery-style cookie—hearty, satisfying, and lightly sweet. Thanks to oats and granola, these cookies are higher in protein and fiber than standard cookies, so they feel more filling and … Read more

Shrimp Alfredo Pasta made in the Instant Pot in under 5 minutes. This quick, comforting dish is creamy, cheesy, and rich — perfect for busy weeknights or an easy weekend dinner. The Instant Pot cooks the penne to a perfect al dente texture while producing a velvety sauce that coats each piece of pasta and … Read more

Just in time for holiday baking! The easiest cake you’ll ever make Orange Cardamom Cake with vanilla-bean cardamom icing Orange and cardamom — a lovely, slightly exotic pairing Light, fluffy orange cake batter that comes together in under five minutes — then you bake it. The batter is quick to prepare and full of bright … Read more

Imagine a peaceful evening on your terrace or balcony, surrounded by the comforting presence of family. With gentle breezes and shared laughter, tea time becomes a cherished ritual. Over the years I’ve grown fond of simple pleasures and comforting snacks that pair perfectly with that warm cup. Below are some of my favorite treats — … Read more

Make these easy Air Fryer Tater Tots in just 10-15 minutes, great crispy texture without all the oil! If you enjoy Air Fryer French Fries with frozen fries, this tater tot recipe uses the same simple method adapted for tots. Frozen tater tots cook quickly in an air fryer—typically in about 10-15 minutes—though times vary … Read more

The weather in Vancouver has been rainy and gloomy lately, so my family and I have been staying indoors and warming up with bowls of simple, comforting soup. I’ve made a variety of soups recently — chicken and mushroom soup, ham bone and spinach soup, shrimp and fish chowder, and fish soup — but over … Read more