Try this saucy, scrumptious pizza-meets-pasta dish for a fun weeknight meal! It’s easily made from scratch in one skillet, so cleanup is minimal and leftovers (if there are any) reheat beautifully. Food in my home is how I show love — it brings warmth and comfort, and cooking for my family is one of my … Read more

These Greek-inspired Vegan Gyros made with seitan are deeply satisfying and full of flavor. Soft pita, creamy tzatziki, and smoky seitan “gyros” come together for a crave-worthy meal. The seitan is high in protein, easy to prepare, and works well as a make-ahead component for busy weeknights. If you haven’t tried seitan, it’s a versatile … Read more

Have some crab meat on hand? Try these simple, delicious crab meat recipes that are easy to make and full of flavor. Can’t find fresh crab where you live? Imitation crab—often sold as crab sticks—is a great alternative. Made from surimi, a processed fish paste, it mimics crab flavor and works well in many recipes. … Read more

We made a few updates to our neutral bedroom this year that we think you’ll love. This space is where we spend a lot of time—especially now that both of us work from home—and it’s become our calm retreat. UPDATE: We have installed wallpaper and refreshed the room again—see the updated look on the blog. … Read more

If you’re looking for a delicious breakfast or a simple sweet treat, these Easy Razzleberry Crescent Rolls are exactly what you need. Quick to prepare and made with just a handful of ingredients, they’re a family favorite that disappear fast. Ready in under 20 minutes, they’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Raspberry Crescent Rolls … Read more

The past few days on the East Coast have been intense. I hope everyone affected by Sandy got through the storm safely. I admit I was among those who expected it to be overhyped, but it turned out to be serious. On Saturday I spent the afternoon cooking for a Kitchit catering event and, between … Read more

This easy, three-ingredient strawberry cake filling is made with fresh strawberries and thickens naturally—no starch or gelatin needed. It’s an ideal fruit filling for gluten-free cakes and cupcakes when you want bright strawberry flavor and a jam-like texture. This post contains affiliate links for products and ingredients I use and love. Thank you for supporting … Read more

These vibrant green pea fritters are bright in both colour and flavour and can be made quickly from pantry staples: frozen petit pois or garden peas, grated cheddar, a little mint or parsley, spring onions and a couple of simple binding ingredients. They work well as a light meal alongside creamy mashed potato, chips or … Read more

One of the most important decisions when making beef jerky is selecting the cut of meat. The right choice will affect texture, flavor, and shelf life. Below I explain the best meats for jerky and why they work so well. I’ve also included a video that walks through these cuts, shows what they look like, … Read more