You’ll fall in love with this irresistible take on a classic: air fryer bacon-wrapped asparagus. Fresh asparagus spears are lightly seasoned, bundled, and wrapped in bacon so you get a delightful mix of smoky, savory, and crisp textures. It’s an easy appetizer or side that comes together quickly and highlights bright spring asparagus with minimal … Read more

Delicious, moist, and easy to make: this Whole Wheat Zucchini Bread combines the tender crumb of a classic quick bread with the wholesome flavor of whole wheat. It’s perfect for breakfast, a weekend brunch, or a lunchbox snack and freezes well for later. This version uses a mix of all-purpose flour and white whole wheat … Read more

Honeydew melon sago is a light, refreshing Asian dessert that pairs the mellow sweetness of ripe honeydew with the soft chew of small tapioca (sago) pearls. Tiny translucent pearls are cooked until just tender, then mixed into a chilled, creamy base of evaporated and coconut milk. The scooped honeydew flesh adds bright flavor and a … Read more

4 Ingredient No Bake Peanut Butter Coconut Oatmeal Bars (V, GF): an easy, one-bowl recipe for protein-rich, gluten-free oatmeal bars bursting with peanut butter and coconut. Vegan, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free. 4 Ingredient No Bake Peanut Butter Coconut Oatmeal Bars (Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy-Free) One of my favorite kitchen memories involves Erik getting into a hilariously stubborn … Read more

Soy Citrus Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps These Soy Citrus Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps are a crisp, flavorful option for lunch or a light dinner. Fresh ingredients, crunchy texture and a zesty ginger-soy dressing make them an instant family favorite. About this recipe I developed this version after adapting a Pampered Chef pamphlet recipe and making … Read more

My favourite country road runs from my home into the nearby wood, shaded by four oaks and fringed with wildflowers and herbs. For years I was enchanted by poppy buds—picking them up to guess their colour—and by the delicate purple and yellow field blooms I would tie with string into a modest bouquet to set … Read more

These smoked Brussels sprouts make a fantastic side for summer barbecues. Cooked in rendered bacon fat on the smoker, they soak up rich smoky flavor and finish with a bright hit of Cajun-style seasoning and a drizzle of Nashville hot honey for sweet heat. Easy to prepare and bold in flavor, this dish is likely … Read more

The best buttermilk pancake recipe you will ever taste — light, tender, and perfectly fluffy every time. Made from simple pantry ingredients, these pancakes are easy to prepare and satisfyingly delicious. If you’re hunting for a new favorite breakfast, give these fluffy buttermilk pancakes a try. Homemade Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes Start your day on the … Read more

This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my full disclosure policy. This Apple Cider Donut Loaf Cake captures everything I love about a classic apple cider donut—warm spices, a tender, moist crumb, and a generous cinnamon-sugar coating—presented as an easy-to-slice loaf. By reducing fresh apple cider before adding it to the batter, the apple … Read more

Over the years I’ve shared many recipes, and some of my favorites are Filipino desserts. From puto to halayang ube, the variety of Filipino sweets is rich and comforting. Eating these treats often takes me back to the Philippines and the gatherings where they were always present. Below is a curated recap of beloved Filipino … Read more