In addition to “What’s our favorite pasta?” and “What’s our favorite bread?”, one of the questions I’m asked most often is: what gluten-free flour do we love? Over the past decade, since my son was diagnosed with celiac disease in 2010, we’ve learned a lot about gluten-free cooking and baking. We have favorite recipes and … Read more

This recipe is so quick and simple that it hardly feels like a recipe. Be warned: a 5-minute masala sandwich can be utterly addictive despite its simplicity. The contrast of toasted bread—crisp outside, soft inside—with crunchy cucumber, ripe tomato, sharp raw onion and the tangy, spicy hit of chaat masala is irresistible. I may have … Read more

I’ve gathered a curated list of the best fall salad recipes to enjoy this season. While casseroles and carb-forward dishes often dominate as the weather cools, these hearty, flavorful salads offer a bright and nourishing contrast. Built around seasonal produce, warm roasted vegetables, and cozy dressings, each recipe highlights autumn’s best flavors and textures—perfect as … Read more

When I began blogging just over a year ago, Alex kept asking when I would write about “those onions.” At the time I hesitated—though these pickled onions live in our fridge constantly, I didn’t think they deserved a whole post. Still, they were too good not to share. For a while I planned to feature … Read more

No-Bake Gluten-Free Dairy-Free Desserts: Easy Treats for Busy Days Some days call for dessert without the extra steps. No oven, no complicated techniques — just quick, delicious sweets you can stir together and chill. These no-bake gluten-free, dairy-free desserts are simple, allergy-conscious treats that work for busy families. When our family first cut out gluten … Read more

A quick, simple and flavorful meal that delivers protein and iron without costing much. This pork shoulder steak with rice, red kidney beans and bright chimichurri is a family favorite—easy to prepare, full of fresh herb flavour and ideal for a budget-friendly weeknight dinner. INGREDIENTS 3 pork shoulder steaks (approx. 550g) — £2.34 1 x … Read more

I love an easy air fryer chicken recipe—especially one that’s fast, simple, and full of flavor. This Air Fryer Parmesan-Crusted Chicken delivers a golden, crispy crust without deep frying. It’s delicious on its own, in a sandwich, or served over pasta or a salad. This is one of my go-to weeknight dinners because it comes … Read more

An easy slow cooker chilli con carne recipe that doesn’t require browning the meat. This simple Tex‑Mex dish is meltingly tender, full of flavour, and perfect served with rice. Just add all the ingredients to the slow cooker, set it on low, and in about 6 hours you’ll have a hearty, crowd‑pleasing meal ready to … Read more

Easy No Fold Chicken Dumplings are a viral-inspired recipe featuring ground chicken and bold Asian flavors. They’re quick to make, juicy, and perfect with a simple soy-chili crunch dipping sauce. If you’ve noticed the viral no fold dumplings and haven’t tried them yet, now is the time. My friend Megs shared this version with me, … Read more