This buttery pecan snowball cookies are rich, buttery and melt-in-your-mouth. No eggs, no complicated steps. Just buttery, pecan-stuffed deliciousness. You might know them as Mexican wedding cookies or Russian tea cakes depending on where you grew up. …
These sugar cookie wreaths are one of my favorite holiday baking projects because they’re just as fun to make as they are to eat. They’re simple, festive and the kind of cookie that kids can help with without you losing your mind. Forget fu…
Buttery, melt-in-your-mouth shortbread studded with finely chopped fresh rosemary. These cookies are simple, elegant and a little unexpected, which is exactly why it deserves a spot in your Christmas Cookie box. They are quick to make (I love using the…
These are not your standard lemon white chocolate chip cookies. They’ve got roughly chopped pistachios folded through the dough for crunch and color, sweet white chocolate chips in every bite and a simple, zippy lemon drizzle on top that takes them ove…
These salted caramel chocolate chunk cookies are everything I want a cookie to be. Crisp, butter edges that shatter when you bite into them, soft and chewy centres, big pools of melted caramel and chunks of chocolate in every single bite. And then that…
This smoky Pumpkin Chili is rich, hearty, and full of warming spices! Pumpkin adds a luscious, velvety texture, while ancho chili, chipotle, and a touch of molasses create incredible depth of flavor. The perfect cozy fall dinner!
With the holidays looming, I always try to get myself slightly ahead by stocking the freezer with dishes I can just pull out and serve. These festive freezer appetisers are all make-ahead friendly and get baked or cooked from frozen, no thawing needed!…
Golden, flaky puff pastry wrapped around warm, melty brie and sweet fig jam. This brie en croute is the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer that looks impressive but takes just minutes to put together. Perfect for holiday entertaining and parties! Ingred…
This easy Chicken Enchilada Skillet is loaded with seasoned ground chicken, pinto beans, corn tortillas, enchilada sauce, and melty cheese. Ready in 40 minutes!
Pasta e Ceci is a simple, hearty Italian chickpea soup packed with savory flavor. Comforting, nourishing, and satisfying enough to please everyone at the table.
This incredibly easy and deliciously chunky Ham and Bean Soup features a medley of colorful vegetables, browned ham, and plenty of hearty white beans.
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This classic Balsamic Vinaigrette is a salad dressing every cook should have in their repertoire. It jazzes up a boring bag of store-bought lettuce in an instant and is ridiculously simple to make. At its core, this is just balsamic vinegar, good olive…
The Secret to Making Ground Beef Taste Extraordinary? Za’atar! This Za’atar Ground Beef and Greens is a quick and flavorful 30-minute dinner made in one skillet!
These shortbread crackers flavored with garlic and parmesan cheese are rich, savory and incredibly moreish. The perfect addition to any cheese board and a delicious snack to have on hand. I have wanted to develop a simple, savory cracker to make as eas…
These Creamy Tuscan Lentils are rich, cozy, and full of flavor! Inspired by classic Tuscan Chicken, tender lentils simmer in a luscious sauce with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, Italian herbs, and fresh spinach. A hearty, satisfying vegetarian dinner that…
This Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup is cozy and comforting, with tender chicken, egg noodles, vegetables, and fresh spinach in a silky broth that’s rich without being heavy. An easy, family-friendly dinner and a delicious way to use leftover chicken!
These Mississippi Chicken Sliders are made of tender slow-cooked chicken in a tangy pepperoni sauce, shredded and layered on rolls.…
This Baked Eggplant Tikka Masala features tender, fan-roasted eggplant slathered in a rich, fragrant tikka masala sauce, baked until bubbling and golden. A cozy fall meal that is vegan-adaptable.
This cozy Chickpea Cacciatore is a hearty vegetarian dinner with tender chickpeas and “meaty” mushrooms simmered in a rich, rustic tomato sauce with rosemary, red wine, and briny capers. Vegan-adaptable!
Savory oatmeal made with creamy steel-cut oats, mushrooms, avocado, jammy eggs, chili crisp, and furikake. A cozy, satisfying breakfast that’s great for meal prep.
If you’re South African, Peppermint Crisp Tart needs no introduction. If you’re not, let me be the one to introduce you. This iconic dessert makes a constant appearance at birthdays, braai’s, family gatherings and it’s synonymou…
This chicken stew is a rich and hearty mix of tender chicken thighs, vegetables, and a light but flavorful herb-infused gravy.
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This is the BEST homemade chili recipe is the ultimate comfort food and is made with simple ingredients like ground beef, beans, and tomatoes.
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This ground beef curry (or Curry Mince, if you’re South African) is a delicious, budget-friendly dinner. Ground beef cooked with onions, garlic and warm spices in a rich, saucy base, served over golden turmeric rice. Curry mince is a South Africa…
Easy baked oatmeal is the make-ahead breakfast of dreams. Warm, comforting and endlessly customizable, this has quickly become one of our family go-to’s. The base is rolled oats, milk, eggs, a little sweetener and whatever flavors you want to add…
