Fun fact – I spent much of my restaurant career on seafood duty. I perfected my scallop technique and in this Scallops Meunière recipe I’ll walk you through how to get perfectly pan-seared scallops every time, finished with a bright lemon-caper butter sauce. Read through My Tips before you begin. Table of Contents Why You’ll … Read more

This Tex‑Mex casserole layers seasoned ground beef, vegetables, crunchy tortilla chips, and melted cheese for a bold, comforting dish everyone will reach for again and again. It delivers classic Mexican-inspired flavors in an easy, crowd-pleasing casserole. Table of Contents The Best Tex Mex Casserole Why This Recipe Works Ingredients How To Make Tex Mex Casserole … Read more

Buckets of sweet ripe apricots are falling off the trees in the Okanagan and need a home. Our kind neighbour recently dropped off a flat of apricots, so I turned some into freezer jam and the rest into this fresh Minted Honey Apricot Couscous Salad. Keep reading — it’s like sending your tastebuds to the … Read more

Save your sourdough discard and turn it into thick, fluffy, tangy Sourdough Pancakes. This easy recipe delivers perfectly textured pancakes in about 25 minutes and makes good use of discard you might otherwise toss. A how-to video is included. Flavorful Sourdough Discard Pancakes When I first started baking sourdough, I disliked how much discard I … Read more

Shark Attack Punch is the perfect summertime mocktail — a bright red, refreshing punch finished with floating gummy sharks for a playful touch. It’s ideal for Shark Week, beach-themed parties, backyard gatherings, or any warm day when you want an easy, crowd-pleasing drink. Shark Attack Punch This recipe is family-friendly but can easily be turned … Read more

How cute are these Strawberry Shortcake Cookie Bars? Inspired by nostalgic Good Humor ice cream bars, they’re an easy, kid-friendly treat perfect for Valentine’s Day or any time you want a cheerful dessert. These frosted sugar cookie bars feature pink and white sprinkles folded into the dough and sprinkled over a silky strawberry frosting. To … Read more

Summertime calls for refreshing treats. Stock your freezer with these Raspberry & Blueberry Frozen Yogurt Pops — a light, delicious frozen snack made with Greek yogurt, fresh berries, a touch of sugar and a hint of vanilla. At about 63 calories per pop, they’re a simple way to stay cool all summer long. Raspberry & … Read more

These black forest waffles combine everything you love about the classic dessert into a rich, indulgent breakfast. Dark chocolate waffles are finished with fresh whipped cream and a simple homemade cherry sauce for a summery twist that’s hard to resist. Cherry season brings a brightness and depth that pairs perfectly with chocolate. If you’re a … Read more

Arugula Hummus is a quick and vibrant 5-minute green hummus that combines peppery arugula, fresh baby spinach, chickpeas, lemon juice and a touch of crushed red pepper flakes. It’s perfect as a dip for vegetables, crackers or pretzels, and also works beautifully as a spread for sandwiches, wraps or burgers. *This post was originally published … Read more

This Sheet Pan Greek Chicken and Chickpea Salad is a quick, protein-packed Mediterranean-style meal featuring juicy roasted chicken, crispy chickpeas, crisp vegetables, and a bright lemon-Dijon vinaigrette. It’s a convenient sheet pan dinner that also serves as a hearty salad — ideal for meal prep, weeknight dinners, or healthy lunches. Everything cooks on one pan … Read more