Ever wondered if sugar is gluten-free? We break it down by sugar types, common brands, and buying tips so you can bake and cook with confidence. If you’re switching to a gluten-free diet, you might be asking: is sugar gluten-free? It’s understandable — early on it can feel like every ingredient needs a careful label … Read more

This is the first of several posts I’ll write about New Zealand. Expect recipes, travel tips and plenty of photos—my aim is to convince you to visit. When we arrived in Wellington to meet our good friends Sandra and Keith (we seem to see them more often than our local friends, meeting up roughly every … Read more

The smell of freshly baked muffins always brings a smile, and these Blueberry Oat Muffins are no exception. Packed with fresh blueberries, rolled oats, Greek yogurt and chopped walnuts, they make a hearty, satisfying start to the day. Breakfast in my house tends to be routine — a double espresso and a quick shake — … Read more

These sandwiches are loaded with juicy sausages and soft peppers & onions in a rich tomato sauce! Sausage and Peppers Sausage and peppers is a classic American-Italian combination that’s simple and full of flavour. It works well as a main, a side or—my personal favourite—served in a sandwich. Here we focus on a hearty sandwich … Read more

Little white, red, and pink sprinkles cover my Valentine’s Day sprinkle heart cake, with a few small heart-shaped pockets of white buttercream peeking through. It may look elaborate, but it’s actually very simple—and fun—to make. Many of us press sprinkles into the sides of a freshly frosted cake by hand, which works beautifully. But if … Read more

A toasty homemade coconut granola with peanuts and dried mango. Delicious served with thick Greek yogurt or quark, and simple to make for a satisfying breakfast. I love breakfast and have rarely skipped it. Even when my mornings are rushed I usually manage a bowl of muesli or toast with cream cheese. Lately, however, I … Read more

Feeding a crowd is simple with this overnight dump-and-done ramen salad. It takes only 5 minutes to prepare, requires no cooking, and contains only 201 calories per serving. This recipe was originally posted April 21, 2016 and updated August 2, 2022 with new images and content. Why Make This Recipe? Make it in advance—perfect for … Read more

August may be winding down, but that just means it’s time to savor every last scoop of summer. Brandy at Nutmeg Nanny is hosting an Ice Cream Social—two weeks of creative, indulgent frozen treats—and it’s the perfect excuse to eat more ice cream than is strictly reasonable. I was thrilled when she invited me to … Read more

Caribbean Rum Cake with Pecans is a rich, boozy bundt cake featuring rum in both the cake batter and a sweet syrup that soaks into the cake. I first tasted rum cake in the Bahamas years ago when a vendor offered samples. The sample was unforgettable—so much so that I bought several mini cakes to … Read more

This 30-minute easy broccoli cheddar soup features large florets of broccoli, shredded carrots and sharp cheddar. Smooth, creamy and full of flavor—serve with crusty bread and be ready for seconds. This recipe was originally published on September 8, 2020. Soup season and sweater weather are a perfect pairing, and this broccoli cheddar soup is one … Read more