Hi Reader, It’s been such a grey and chilly week here, and I’ve been craving a warm bowl of soup. This chicken pot pie soup is one of my favourite things to make at this time of year. It's simple, cozy, and if I use a rotisserie chicken and frozen vegetables, there's very little prep work to do. If you've got leftover turkey from Thanksgiving this past week, you can absolutely make turkey pot pie soup with the same recipe. Just substitute the turkey for the chicken. I love serving this soup...
7 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, At my house, holiday baking starts with a batch of shortbread. My mom loves to make shortbread for gifts, but we usually make a few early batches for ourselves to test out new flavours. This week I’m sharing our chocolate shortbread cookies, which are wonderfully crisp and full of chocolate flavour. I’m also linking our new coconut shortbread cookies recipe, which just might be my favourite cookie of all time. I hope you try making it, it's delicious. Chocolate Shortbread Cookies...
14 days ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader, I’ve been cooking a lot of cozy food lately, and this week I finally finished a recipe that always feels a little special to me: creamy mashed parsnips. If you’ve never cooked with parsnips before, they taste a bit like a sweeter, brighter version of a carrot. When you simmer them with a little milk and blend them with an immersion blender, they turn into a smooth, lightly sweet mash. (The immersion blender is optional, though; using a potato masher also works and creates a nice...
21 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, There’s something so cozy about roasting chestnuts at home.The warm, nutty aroma, the gentle crackle in the oven... it just feels like Autumn every time I make them. I love their sweet, buttery flavour (especially paired with warm melted butter and a pinch of salt!). They're a unique treat that I wish more people knew about. If you’ve never tried roasting chestnuts before, I’ve got you covered with an easy-to-follow guide below. I'm also sharing my spiced hot chocolate recipe,...
28 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, If you’re craving something cozy this weekend, I just posted a new recipe you might love: Pecan Pumpkin Waffles with Maple Pecan Syrup. They’re lightly spiced, full of toasted pecans, and topped with a warm maple pecan syrup (that tastes a bit like pecan pie filling if you let it sit in the fridge overnight!). Make the batter tonight, and you'll have an easy breakfast treat for tomorrow morning. Just right for a slow fall Sunday 🍂. 👉 Get the Recipe If you make them, I’d love to see...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, I ran a little poll in my Instagram stories today, and discovered that most people don't buy new spices until they run out of them. Honestly, I don't either. But how long does it take for you to use up your spices? It's something to think about, since knowing when to replace them can make a big difference in your cooking. I go through ground cinnamon and smoked sweet paprika pretty quickly, but there are some spices, like ground ginger and ground cardamom, that are seldom used. I...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, What a week! Between revamping my homepage and about page, testing out new holiday recipes, and completely reworking one of my go-to easy dinners, I'm ready for some downtime! Whether you're celebrating Thanksgiving in Canada (or just looking forward to the weekend in general), I hope you find some time to relax, too. Here are some seasonal recipes to help you do just that. EASY Pumpkin Desserts Pumpkin Pie with a Graham Cracker Crust This easy pumpkin pie recipe has a simple...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Thanksgiving (in Canada) is coming up soon, and if you’re anything like me, you want the day to feel cozy, delicious, and as stress-free as possible! To help you plan ahead (and actually enjoy the holiday), I’ve rounded up a few helpful resources for you. 21 Easy Thanksgiving Recipes (That Won't Leave You Exhausted) I've rounded up 21 of my favourite Thanksgiving recipes that will help you create a delicious holiday meal without all the stress. Get the Recipes 19 Cozy Non-Alcoholic...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Fall has officially arrived, and I couldn't be happier about it. The crisp air, the changing leaves, and a reason to make all of my favourite cozy recipes! I missed last week's newsletter (sorry!), but I'm back with two recipes that have been on repeat in my house lately: my go-to Spiced Apple Cider (that makes the whole kitchen smell incredible), and an Apple Pecan Crisp that's basically autumn in dessert form. You'll find both apple recipes below. I'd love to know if you give...
2 months ago • 1 min read