Compound butter is an easy way to add bold flavor to meats and vegetables. This rosemary butter—made with unsalted butter, fresh rosemary, cracked black pepper, and coarse salt—is perfect on steaks, as a rub for poultry, or melted over grilled corn. Compound butters are quick to prepare, and this rosemary version is no exception. If … Read more

I almost feel silly sharing this because it’s unbelievably simple, yet every time I bite into one I can’t help but smile. Sometimes the smallest treats are the most satisfying. I was at Bruster’s recently picking up ice cream when a poster caught my eye. Why had I never thought to do this before? Why … Read more

This homemade cherry cheesecake is simple to prepare and incredibly delicious. A creamy cheesecake finished with a sweet cherry sauce makes a memorable dessert for any occasion. I don’t bake cheesecake every week, but when I do, it never lasts long. Homemade cheesecake truly outshines the frozen varieties from the grocery store. It’s easier than … Read more

Warm, just-out-of-the-oven white chocolate blondies topped with a scoop of ice cream and drizzled with a silky maple cream sauce—this is one unforgettable dessert! Applebee’s might not be a five-star restaurant, but they do one thing really well: their blondies. I fell for them back in high school and have loved them ever since. The … Read more

Crispy on the outside and gooey and flavorful inside, these Cheesy Quesadilla Dippers are a fun, easy twist on a classic favorite. Shaped into cones and baked to golden perfection, they make a perfect dippable snack or appetizer. A creamy avocado dipping sauce adds bright, fresh flavor to every bite. Turning familiar dishes into something … Read more

This incredibly easy copycat of the famous Cheddar Bay Biscuits delivers all the buttery, cheesy goodness of the restaurant classic—right from your kitchen. Yowza! I’ve been making these biscuits for years. It’s been several years since I lived near a Red Lobster and even longer since I stepped inside one, but the craving for their … Read more

Traditional Newfoundland Snowballs — no holiday table is complete without them. These no-bake coconut and chocolate bites freeze beautifully and are a favourite on Christmas cookie platters. Simple to make and irresistibly tasty. Newfoundland Snowballs This week I joined a virtual cookie exchange hosted by a fellow food blogger, Norine, who shares an abundance of … Read more

Delicious Greek chicken and orzo made easy in the slow cooker. This one-pot recipe combines tender chicken, a rich tomato sauce, roasted peppers and olives with orzo pasta that soaks up all the flavours. It’s family-friendly, Slimming World–compatible and perfect for a low-effort midweek meal. This Greek Chicken and Orzo dish is inspired by traditional … Read more

It’s Even Better With Cream Cheese Frosting Fresh apple cake is one of those desserts that truly belongs to fall. This version is my take on a Danish apple cake — a cherished recipe my husband’s Grandma Frieda Haeker shared years ago. I remember chasing her down after a family gathering to get the recipe, … Read more

It’s pumpkin spice season, and the cozy flavor shows up everywhere — even in simple appetizers. If you love pumpkin spice, this easy Pumpkin Spice Cheese Ball uses just four ingredients and makes a perfect holiday starter. It’s freezer-friendly, can be made ahead, and also works as a quick dip when you’re short on time. … Read more