This Skinny Mac N’ Cheese cuts the calories in half compared to traditional macaroni and cheese while still delivering the rich, creamy texture you crave. The recipe comes from SkinnyMom’s cookbook Skinny Suppers: 125 Lightened-Up, Healthier Meals for Your Family. SKINNY MAC N’ CHEESE I recently spent a week in New York City with my … Read more
These raspberry blondies with white chocolate are a bright twist on classic blondies. A ribbon of raspberry jam adds color and a tangy counterpoint to the rich sweetness of white chocolate, creating a balanced and irresistible bar. Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Why you’ll love these raspberry and white chocolate … Read more
Who’s ready for baking season? September brings apples, pumpkin, and cozy favorites—perfect for sourdough baking. Below you’ll find my September sourdough recipe checklist. Join me this month and try any of these favorites. If a recipe isn’t linked here yet, it will be added in September—I’ll announce new posts on Instagram as they go live. … Read more
This Cranberry Pecan Crusted Salmon is perfect for a post-Thanksgiving lunch or dinner. Use leftover cranberry sauce for a sweet-and-savory twist on baked salmon. If you have a bit of leftover cranberry sauce in the fridge or freezer, this recipe is an ideal way to use it. If you don’t, consider making a small batch … Read more
This easy, flavorful and zesty creamy chicken orzo with mushrooms and silverbeet (or spinach) is the ultimate comfort food. Ready in about 45 minutes, this one-pot creamy pasta is a perfect weeknight dinner that’s simple to make and reliably delicious. The key is to caramelise the mushrooms and brown the chicken well so you get … Read more
Celebrating the holidays with friends and family is one of life’s best pleasures — and great food makes it unforgettable. Below is a curated collection of favorite Christmas recipes to inspire your holiday menu, with ideas ranging from elegant mains to comforting sides and vibrant vegetables. Christmas dinner is about togetherness: conversation, laughter, gift-giving — … Read more
Last weekend, while walking up rue Lepic, Maxence was lured into one of the neighborhood charcuteries (a shop halfway between a butcher and a deli). The boudin antillais caught his eye, so he bought four small links. Boudin antillais, a Caribbean twist on boudin noir, is a specialty from the French Antilles. These blood sausages … Read more
Bakery-style spritz cookies make holiday baking easier At the bakery we used one reliable base recipe and adapted it for every season — simple, versatile, and perfect for holiday trays. Color the dough to suit the season Tint portions of dough and dip edges in holiday sprinkles for a festive finish. Make dozens from a … Read more
These leek pinwheels offer a playful, festive update on a classic Rosh Hashanah dish. Sweet and savory, they’re ideal for welcoming the new year with a tasty bite. I truly set out to find every way to cook leeks so I wouldn’t have to eat them raw on Rosh Hashanah like I did growing up. … Read more
Last Updated April 27th, 2023 at 09:22 pm by Lisa A BLT Lobster Sandwich with tender lobster meat, thick applewood-smoked bacon, golden grilled sourdough, and an easy dill‑caper aioli. This savory sandwich won 1st Place Blue Ribbon at the Orange County Fair during a live cooking competition. The combination of crunchy bacon, sweet lobster, crisp … Read more