Recently, many bloggers have been talking about slowing down. Chasing growth, higher income, and more followers can make us forget why we started blogging in the first place. Five years ago I read about ten blogs a day and finally decided to create my own site. The name A Zesty Bite doesn’t have a deep … Read more

Disclosure: The Best Cherry Pitter post contains affiliate links. With fresh cherry season in full swing, a reliable cherry pitter is essential. When you have a large batch of cherries to process, the right tool will save time and frustration. When you’re facing a big bowl of cherries, you don’t want to wrestle with a … Read more

Hello Chocolate Chip Cupcakes These Chocolate Chip Cupcakes are incredibly easy and quick to make — seriously, they’re fuss-free and delicious. With a bake time of about 15–20 minutes, they’re perfect when you want a fast homemade treat. They’re ideal for getting kids involved in the kitchen: simple steps, quick results and plenty of fun … Read more

These refreshing apple cider slushies combine frozen and fresh spiced apple cider, blended to a smooth icy texture and lightly sweetened with maple syrup. Make them boozy with your favorite spirit or keep them non-alcoholic—either way they’re perfect for fall gatherings. They deliver crisp apple flavor with warm notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and allspice. … Read more

Instant Pot Stuffed Pepper Soup is a comforting, flavor-packed take on classic stuffed peppers. Made with ground beef, bell peppers, beef broth, crushed tomatoes and spices, this one-pot soup comes together quickly in the Instant Pot for a satisfying meal in about 30 minutes. I love traditional stuffed peppers, but I don’t love the long … Read more

I’m currently obsessed with peaches and cherries. I have so many of both that, if Matt didn’t keep reminding me he bought bags of them every few days, I’d probably be knee-deep in jam. I avoid making jam—patience isn’t my strong suit—so instead I’ll be sharing several recipes that highlight these two fruits over the … Read more

This recipe was written by Stephanie Searor, MS RD LDN Equipment Sous vide machine – our current favorites are the Anova or the Joule. Container – optional but useful for larger cuts or better water circulation. A large, sturdy container or a deep pot works well. Vacuum sealer and bags, or heavy-duty freezer Ziploc bags. … Read more

You’ll want to try this Pumpkin Pear Cobbler. It brings the best of pumpkin pie and fruit cobbler together in one delicious fall dessert. Hi! How are you on this crisp October day? I’m enjoying the season — the colors, the cooler air, and all the cozy baking. The downside is the month-long Halloween displays … Read more

This week was Sue’s birthday. Born on the Fourth of July, she was teased as “Martha Washington” by her dad, a joke that stuck longer than it should have. She spent the weekend in town doing cooking demonstrations at the Calgary Co-op Kitchen Theatre during the Stampede, and after two back-to-back shows we gathered for … Read more

This week’s paleo meal plan is ready. I’ve received wonderful feedback, so I’ll continue sharing these plans regularly. All recipes below are paleo and gluten-free. When a recipe is AIP or keto-friendly, it is noted in the description. You can find previous week’s meal plans here and more meal plans here. If you’d like the … Read more