On a recent US road trip to New Orleans, I planned to pass through Memphis right after breakfast. I was craving an authentic Southern breakfast with real biscuits—not the quick Waffle House or pre-made kind I’d been eating so far. After a bit of online research, I narrowed the city’s breakfast spots down to three … Read more

This Spinach and Ricotta Pasta Bake is an easy, crowd-pleasing recipe ready in under 30 minutes. It’s creamy, cheesy and perfect for a fuss-free vegetarian midweek family meal — no cooked sauce required. Meet your new favourite pasta bake: Spinach and Ricotta Pasta Bake. I adore ricotta and spinach in filled pastas, but stuffing shells … Read more

Reheating fried fish in an air fryer is one of the best ways to bring leftovers back to life. It outperforms the oven—especially in warm weather—because it doesn’t heat up the entire house. The air fryer crisps the coating and restores that fresh-from-the-fryer texture. Follow these simple steps and you’ll be surprised how good leftovers … Read more

DIY Essential Oil Deodorant That Really Works I’ve tested many natural deodorants and found most fall short. This essential oil deodorant, however, truly works. It neutralizes odor, helps absorb moisture, and leaves a light, pleasant scent without feeling greasy. It’s summer-tested and approved by family members. Why this homemade deodorant is effective Magnesium hydroxide neutralizes … Read more

This ground beef and garlic bread recipe is a tasty take on classic sloppy joes. Slices of Italian loaf are spread with garlic butter, topped with a savory homemade sloppy joe mixture and melted Colby Jack, then baked until golden. The whole dish comes together in about 30 minutes, making it perfect for a quick … Read more

If you love my Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potato Casserole, Easy Corn Pudding, or my famous Birdie Sandwiches, get ready—these Butter-Browned Potatoes may just top them all. They disappear fast. In my Italian-Southern household they’re often gone faster than mashed potatoes, and that’s saying something. Mashed potatoes are classic for Thanksgiving, but Butter-Browned Potatoes are for … Read more

  My sister is visiting for a couple of weeks, so instead of eating out or going to my mom’s, I invited everyone over. I asked my daughter what she wanted and she immediately requested my Balsamic Maple Glazed Salmon. While browsing Pinterest she found a Farro & Arugula Salad that sounded sensational, and with … Read more

Meet my new favorite bread: a simple, no-knead skillet focaccia that yields a chewy, airy interior and a perfectly crisp crust. If you love artisan-style bread but don’t want the commitment of a sourdough starter, this overnight recipe is ideal. It uses a small amount of yeast and requires only about 15–20 minutes of active … Read more

KitKat Brownies are rich, fudgy brownies loaded with KitKats. Two full KitKat blocks run through the centre of these brownies for maximum crunch and chocolatey goodness. Lately I’ve been on a bit of a KitKat kick. A few weeks ago I shared a Ruby KitKat Blondies recipe and this time I made a milk/dark chocolate … Read more

This homemade onion soup mix is an excellent substitute for the packaged variety. It’s gluten-free, vegan when made without bouillon, and made from simple pantry ingredients. I used to buy the familiar packaged onion soup mix from the grocery store. But when I read the ingredient list, I decided to make my own instead. The … Read more