This 6-inch Single Layer Chocolate Cake is tender, moist, and perfectly chocolatey—ideal for sharing or enjoying solo. Top it with a dusting of powdered sugar, or spread on a small batch of rich milk chocolate frosting and finish with rainbow jimmies for a playful touch. Don’t forget a cold glass of milk alongside. Table of … Read more

BBQ Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort casserole: tangy homemade mac and cheese layered with sweet, smoky pulled pork and barbecue sauce. This recipe takes a creamy, no-boil macaroni and cheese base and brightens it with tangy ingredients to stand up to the sweet barbecue flavors. The finished dish is assembled in layers—mac and … Read more

Whenever I want a quick, nourishing comfort meal, I reach for red lentils and make this quick harissa lentil soup. This Moroccan-inspired red lentil soup with harissa is a flavour-packed, pantry-friendly dinner that comes together in about 30 minutes. I love the sweet, earthy character of red lentils paired with the heat and complexity of … Read more

Make simple homemade baked cinnamon apple chips for a crunchy, chewy, and healthier snack! These baked cinnamon apple chips are an easy, fall‑friendly snack—sweet, lightly spiced, and great for munching. The key is to slice the apples very thin so they crisp up as they bake. Thinner slices become crispier; slightly thicker slices stay pleasantly … Read more

This green pizza is as wholesome as it looks — a crisp thin crust topped with vibrant basil pesto, garlicky wilted kale and spinach, melted mozzarella, crumbled goat cheese, toasted pine nuts, and perfectly fried eggs. It’s a satisfying breakfast or brunch option that balances indulgence with plenty of fresh greens. Keeping greens fresh can … Read more

Spicy Honey Glazed Bacon Wrapped Shrimp make an ideal crowd-pleasing appetizer. Ready in under 30 minutes and easy to prepare, plump shrimp are wrapped in bacon and coated with a sticky sweet-and-spicy glaze made from just a few ingredients. Perfect for game day, a barbecue, or cocktail hour—guests will keep coming back for more.   … Read more

This vegan Thai chopped salad with brown rice, baked tofu and a creamy peanut sauce is simple to prepare and packed with nutrients from a bright mix of fresh vegetables. Vibrant colors, wholesome ingredients and a tangy peanut dressing make this salad memorable — hearty enough to serve as a main or light enough as … Read more

These chocolate mint cookies are soft in the center, chewy at the edges, and perfectly balanced with chocolate and mint. Best of all: they’re simple to make! Meet my new favorite cookie! Well, technically my second favorite—my first favorite has four legs, a tail, and a very loud bark when she’s displeased. But these edible … Read more

Spring is one of my favorite seasons, especially because it means planting our patio garden. We’ve tended a patio garden for 12 years and it continues to be an inspiring, rewarding experience. I love watching tiny seedlings from a local nursery grow into productive beds of greens and fragrant herbs. There’s nothing better than walking … Read more