A classic New York–style Reuben sandwich with tangy sauerkraut and a creamy Thousand Island dressing—comforting, flavorful, and easy to make at home. One afternoon for lunch my family and I decided to make Reuben sandwiches. We don’t have them often—maybe once in a blue moon—but when we do, they’re always worth the indulgence. This New … Read more

As I posted snapshots from my recent trip to British Columbia on Instagram, the most common question I received was “Where are you?”. Fair question. When I first landed in Vancouver I genuinely thought we were heading to Eastern British Columbia—turns out we weren’t. This trip took me well off the usual tourist routes and … Read more

Fun, festive, and surprisingly simple — these Halloween Apple Teeth are a healthy, kid-friendly treat that’s perfect for Halloween parties, classroom snacks, or a scary-good addition to your child’s lunch box. They take just minutes to assemble using fresh apples, a little lemon juice to slow browning, and slivered almonds to form the “teeth.” Bright, … Read more

Welcome to a fresh and simple take on a classic seafood favorite. This crab seafood salad recipe balances sweet, tender crab meat with crisp vegetables and a bright, creamy dressing. It’s easy to prepare, adaptable to different budgets and diets, and perfect for picnics, potlucks, lunches, or light dinners. You can make this salad with … Read more

This classic appetizer uses just a few ingredients but delivers big flavor. Easy Deviled Eggs are perfect for parties, holidays, or a simple protein-packed snack. Easy Deviled Eggs Deviled eggs are a timeless appetizer—bite-sized, satisfying, and easy to make in large batches. They offer a pleasing balance of creamy yolk filling and tender white, and … Read more

This Jack Daniels turkey brine, paired with a buttery injection, makes a moist, flavorful bird perfect for Thanksgiving, holiday meals, or special weekend dinners. Brining and injecting add depth and keep the meat juicy, so your centerpiece turns out tender and delicious every time. Ingredients for Jack Daniels Turkey Brine Turkey 1/2 cup brown sugar … Read more

A while back Shaun and I agreed to try eating fish or seafood at least once a week. We both love fish, but life got busy and the plan fell by the wayside. Still, every time I cook salmon I remember how quickly a simple, well-prepared fillet can brighten a weeknight meal. This roasted salmon … Read more

Using up your leftovers We love a good leftovers recipe. Turning extra food into something tasty feels great and reduces waste. There are many ways to use leftover mashed or roasted potatoes, but one of the very best is a classic Danish dish called biksemad. It’s a simple, satisfying hash of meat and potatoes, finished … Read more

A curated collection of 15 easy, flavorful vegetarian sweet potato recipes. Whether you love them roasted, mashed, baked, or blended, these recipes showcase sweet potatoes in a variety of breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and sides. Each dish highlights the natural sweetness and versatility of sweet potatoes while keeping meals meat-free and satisfying. Sweet potatoes are a … Read more

This Almond Joy Cookies recipe takes a classic chocolate chip cookie and elevates it with sweet coconut and crunchy almonds for a cookie that’s irresistible. They blend familiar flavors into a chewy, chocolate-studded treat—perfect for snacking, gifting, or serving at gatherings. Almond Joy Cookies Recipe To make Almond Joy–style cookies, start with your favorite chocolate … Read more