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This Thai tea crème brûlée is the silky-smooth custard version of iced Thai tea, perfectly sweetened with condensed milk and finished with a crisp caramel top. Maybe it’s the hint of autumn in the air, or memories of heading back to school, but I had a sudden craving for Thai tea. In college, my friends … Read more

: hlphoto When snow piles up and temperatures drop, few things rival the comfort of a slowly cooked braise. Beyond the home-filling aroma that signals dinner is almost ready, braising is a low-effort technique that transforms modest, inexpensive ingredients into deeply flavored, tender dishes. It requires minimal hands-on time and rewards patience with rich sauces … Read more

Choc chip raspberry muffins — giant, bakery-style vegan muffins that are light, tender and moist with tall domed tops. These muffins combine tangy raspberries with sweet vegan chocolate chips for a classic flavour pairing. They bake up with a soft crumb, a gentle vanilla note and plenty of fruit and chocolate in every bite. They’re … Read more

For a starter that quietly declares “I love you”, these Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Hearts are hard to beat. Crisp, buttery pastry envelops a simple filling of smoky ham, sharp cheddar and a smear of Dijon mustard for a little kick. They’re light enough to pair with a glass of bubbly without filling your … Read more

This is the best sweet corn soup recipe with tested tips to achieve a creamy, restaurant-style texture and flavour. We use fresh corn for unbeatable taste — ideal for a cold winter or a rainy day. What’s the best way to warm up on a chilly day? A steaming bowl of soup. Sweet corn soup … Read more

Whoopie pies are a nostalgic New England treat from my childhood. These small chocolate sandwich cakes, filled with a creamy vanilla center, are often called regional favorites for good reason: they deliver comfort in every bite. There are many versions of whoopie pies. Over the years my family mixed and matched recipes—using one cake recipe … Read more

This Apple Cider Braised Pork Shoulder is a one-pot Dutch oven recipe that yields tender, fall-apart pork and a glossy, savory-sweet sauce. The pork is seared to develop deep flavor, then slow-braised with apple cider, chicken stock, fresh herbs, onions, garlic, and apples until it becomes fork-tender. It’s an easy, comforting main dish that pairs … Read more

This quick and easy apple crumble recipe shows you how to make a comforting apple dessert in four simple steps. Sweet and tart apples bubble in a thick, cinnamon-spiced filling, topped with a crisp, buttery, vanilla-scented crumble. It’s simple to prepare and perfect served warm with vanilla ice cream or custard. With just a few … Read more

I love rice — it’s soft, tender and endlessly versatile. This Coconut Mango Rice takes plain rice to another level by cooking it in coconut milk and folding in fresh mango puree at the end. The result is a rich, creamy, slightly sweet rice with a bright, fresh mango flavor and a luxurious mouthfeel from … Read more