When there’s no time to make homemade cinnamon rolls from scratch, this Cinnamon Roll Coffee Cake is the next best thing—soft, buttery, and swirled with cinnamon-sugar goodness. It delivers all the cozy flavor of your favorite breakfast pastry in a simple-to-bake cake that’s perfect for weekend mornings, holiday brunches, or potlucks. A warm vanilla glaze...Read More

Learn how to make rich, flavorful stock from scratch—the secret to soups, sauces, and gravies with real depth. Whether you’re simmering chicken, beef, or vegetable stock, this guide shows how to use bones, trimmings, and roasted vegetables to create a nutrient-packed base full of natural flavor. Discover simple techniques for roasting, simmering, and storing homemade...Read More

These tender, cake-like blueberry muffins capture the essence of a perfect morning — golden tops, a delicate crumb, and juicy bursts of fresh berries in every bite. Lightly sweet and buttery, they’re equally at home on a brunch table or tucked into a picnic basket. Serve them warm, dusted with confectioners’ sugar, for a simple,...Read More

This vibrant salad captures the essence of summer on a plate—sweet, spicy, creamy, and crisp all at once. Juicy mango dusted with cayenne pairs beautifully with buttery avocado and tender shrimp, while a drizzle of lime-ginger vinaigrette ties everything together with bright, citrusy balance. It’s a dish of delightful contrasts: the cooling avocado softens the...Read More

This beautifully balanced salmon dish brings together the rich flavor of wild salmon with a bright, citrusy glaze made from fresh orange juice, maple syrup, and a touch of ginger. A quick sear caramelizes the surface of the fish before it’s finished gently in the oven, locking in moisture and flavor. The result is tender,...Read More

Delicate, velvety, and full of early spring flavor, this Cream of Asparagus Soup celebrates the season’s first tender spears. The sweetness of the asparagus shines through a light base of butter and onion, enriched with cream for a luxurious finish. A touch of lemon brightens the flavors, and a garnish of tender asparagus tips adds...Read More

This richly flavored roasted yam mash from Chef Pamela Burns of the Wild Plum Café is comfort food elevated to café sophistication. Garnet yams are baked with butter, garlic, brown sugar, and a hint of maple syrup, then mashed with cream for a velvety finish. The result is a side dish that balances sweetness, warmth,...Read More

These delicate, buttery cookies from Chef Pamela Burns of the Wild Plum Café, Bistro and Bakery are a perfect example of simple elegance. Made with just four ingredients—butter, sugar, flour, and vanilla—they’re crisp at the edges, tender within, and melt beautifully on the tongue. Their refined flavor and texture make them ideal for an afternoon...Read More

Crisp, cool lettuce leaves filled with savory, gingery chicken make these wraps a light and satisfying meal any time of year. Inspired by Joanne Weir’s take on the popular Chinatown favorite, this version swaps ground chicken for pork to create a leaner but equally flavorful filling. The contrast of textures—tender chicken, crunchy water chestnuts, and...Read More

This vibrant Indian-inspired cauliflower dish is gently sautéed on the stovetop with mustard seeds, turmeric, and fresh ginger until tender and aromatic. The onions melt into the spices to create a golden coating that clings to each floret, while a splash of lemon or lime adds a bright finish. It’s a simple, earthy side that...Read More