These Chocolate Chunk Banana Muffins blend the best of banana bread and chocolate chip muffins. This easy, no-mixer recipe takes under an hour from start to finish and yields tender, chocolate-studded muffins that are perfect for breakfast, snacks, or brunch. These muffins are moist, fluffy, and packed with banana flavor. They’re simple to make by … Read more

Rich, indulgent, and protein-packed, this High Protein Cheesecake is an excellent dairy-free dessert that still feels like a treat. A chewy protein cookie crust supports a creamy cheesecake-style filling made with dairy-free Greek yogurt and cream cheese, finished with a simple strawberry compote. “Substituted the vegan protein powder with whey protein, and it worked perfectly … Read more

A crunchy, golden-brown topping of flour, sugar and butter lets the apples shine in this Old-Fashioned Apple Crisp. Simple ingredients, no oats, and an old-fashioned flavor make it a comforting fall dessert that tastes like something your grandmother might have baked. This easy apple recipe comes from Lynd’s Fruit Farm in central Ohio and quickly … Read more

Welcome to the other side of the long Thanksgiving weekend. Between my birthday (which fell on Thanksgiving this year) and the holiday itself, I’ve been celebrating with one meal after another. I definitely overindulged—my body feels like a buttered roll—so this week I’m planning on drinking lots of green smoothies to reset. If you had … Read more

Instant Pot Pad Thai with chicken, shrimp, eggs, jarred Pad Thai sauce and crushed peanuts delivers restaurant-quality flavor in under 30 minutes. It’s an easy weeknight dinner that tastes much more involved than it actually is. Note: This post includes reheating directions, serving ideas, storage tips and FAQs. Instant Pot Pad Thai Instant Pot Chicken … Read more

This homemade banana cream pie is rich, silky, and made entirely from scratch. Layers of smooth vanilla custard, fresh bananas, and a nutty brown-butter graham cracker crust deliver banana flavor in every bite. It’s a classic banana cream pie with a thoughtful upgrade—creamy, elegant, and perfect for sharing. I admit I once found banana cream … Read more

You’re out to dinner with friends and notice their salads are light while your creamy pasta is rich and heavy. You start mentally comparing calories and feel a pang of guilt. You tell yourself you’ll eat less. When the plate arrives you take a small portion and bring the rest home, claiming you’re full. But … Read more

I love cake with crumbs and I love cake with apples… put them together and you have one amazing apple-stuffed crumb cake! Crumb cakes are one of my favorite treats, and adding fruit always feels like the right move. This apple-stuffed crumb bundt cake combines a tender, moist cake with a cinnamon-spiced apple filling and … Read more

Preparation time less than 30 mins Cooking time 10 to 30 mins Serves Makes 1 litre/1¾ pint Dietary Vegetarian Enjoy the bright, summer flavour of cherry tomatoes preserved in a tangy, slightly sweet pickling liquid with garlic, herbs and warming spices. Equipment and preparation: you will need a 1 litre/1¾ pint pickling jar with a … Read more

Homemade dog biscuits are an easy, rewarding treat to bake for your canine companion. They use simple, wholesome ingredients you can trust and make a healthier alternative to many store-bought options. (Skip to recipe.) Cooking with Eric Eric and I enjoyed making these biscuits—one batch for Pippa and another for his small white dog, Piper. … Read more