Turn a pack of Hawaiian rolls into an easy, indulgent pizza crust. The rolls bake into a soft, slightly sweet base topped with garlic butter, sauce, melty cheese, and crispy-edged pepperoni. This Hawaiian Roll Pizza is quick to assemble and a hit with both kids and adults. Shortcut Homemade Pizza Hawaiian rolls are fluffy, pillowy, … Read more

This smoked salmon pasta is an elegant yet easy dish that comes together in about 20 minutes — perfect for a date night or a quick, special weeknight meal. As a child I always looked forward to smoked salmon when guests were coming over. These days I don’t eat it often, but it’s a lovely … Read more

Introduction Chile shrimp with butter beans and lemony couscous. I enjoy adding a touch of spice to my cooking, though I ease into it—I’m not that daring yet. I always keep frozen shrimp on hand, which makes this dish quick and convenient. When I was short on dinner ideas, my son suggested couscous. Brilliant. I … Read more

This three-course meal brings restaurant-quality flavors to your home, centered around grilled salmon and complemented by favorites you can prepare with ease. Add a bottle of wine or a crafted cocktail and you have a memorable date-night dinner. Table of Contents Course One: Cheese and Charcuterie Plate Course Two: Salmon Course Three: Dessert Bonus Course: … Read more

A wonderfully autumnal pumpkin bundt cake with chai glaze – rich, moist and delicious. For the past few weeks I’ve been craving pumpkin recipes but couldn’t find canned pumpkin purée anywhere locally. The online options were overpriced, so I waited until I could source it in town. Yesterday my husband came home with four tins … Read more

Preserve the bounty of sweet summer saskatoon berries in jars of gleaming saskatoon jelly. A small addition brings out the berries’ natural flavor. I’m heading off to my parents’ cabin, and before I go I want to leave you with another saskatoon recipe — in case you’re still enjoying the tail end of your berry … Read more

Continuing my spelt baking series, here is a clear, reliable recipe for spelt shortcrust pastry. This version yields a tender, easy-to-roll pastry that works well for sweet and savory tarts and pies. Enjoy! Spelt Shortcrust Pastry By Gavin Wren Makes 425g Takes 2 hours 30 minutes (including chilling) Uses a mixing bowl, sieve, greaseproof paper … Read more

Make the most of a surplus of fresh oranges with this simple, reliable orange curd. Rich and buttery, it requires no straining or tempering of eggs and yields a silky, bright citrus spread perfect for baking or spooning straight from the jar. Easy No-Fail Orange Curd This method is ideal for first-time curd makers. By … Read more

Give the Easter Bunny a hand with this curated gluten-free Easter candy list, followed by a clear list of candies to avoid for any child who needs to stay gluten-free. Gluten Free Easter Candy List A quick overview of good gluten-free candy options to consider for Easter: Hershey’s Kisses — not all varieties are guaranteed … Read more

Vegan Blueberry Cheesecake Smoothie Bowl tastes like cheesecake! Gluten free, vegan smoothie recipe with cashews, dates, wild blueberries, and almond milk. Vegan Blueberry Cheesecake Smoothie Bowl If you love cheesecake, this smoothie bowl is for you. It captures the creamy, tangy flavor of cheesecake in a healthy, plant-based breakfast. Made with soaked cashews, medjool dates, … Read more