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Easy Baked Mac and Cheese with Ham and Hidden Vegetables

Easy Baked Mac and Cheese with Ham and Hidden Vegetables

Richelle Fortin
Autumn Recipes, Comfort Food, Crowd Pleasers, Family Time, Traditional Recipes, Comfort food, Crowd Recipes

This is the mac and cheese in our family.

It’s the one my kids grew up on, the one they still text me about, and the one that somehow feeds everyone — even when I stretch it with vegetables they don’t even notice.

It’s not fancy. It’s flexible. And it’s the kind of recipe that saves you on busy nights, especially when you’ve got a house full of kids (or grandkids!).

Coffee, Skor & Almond Biscotti

Coffee, Skor & Almond Biscotti

Richelle Fortin
Biscotti, Cookies, Crowd Pleasers

It has everything you want in a truly satisfying biscotti: a deep, almost roasted coffee flavour, little pockets of buttery caramel from the Skor bits, and the delicate crunch of toasted almonds throughout. It’s the kind of biscotti that feels right at home next to a hot cup of coffee — or tucked into a gift box during the holidays.

Petes de Sœur Traditionnels – Pâtisserie Classique du Temps des Sucres

Petes de Sœur Traditionnels – Pâtisserie Classique du Temps des Sucres

Richelle Fortin
5 Ingredients recipe, Cabane à Sucre, Crowd Pleasers, Desserts du Québec, Recette du Québec, Traditional Recipes, Vintage Recipes, Recettes Quebeçoise, Temps des Sucres

Les pets de sœur appartiennent à cette deuxième catégorie.

Ce petit dessert traditionnel du Québec n’était pas vraiment une recette à l’origine. C’était plutôt une façon astucieuse d’utiliser les restes de pâte à tarte après avoir préparé une tourtière, une tarte au sucre ou une tarte aux fruits.

Traditional Pets de Sœur (Québec Sugar Shack Pastry Made with Pie Dough)

Traditional Pets de Sœur (Québec Sugar Shack Pastry Made with Pie Dough)

Richelle Fortin
5 Ingredients recipe, Cabane à Sucre, Crowd Pleasers, Desserts du Québec, Recette du Québec, Traditional Recipes, Vintage Recipes

This traditional Québec pastry was never meant to be a proper recipe. Instead, it was the clever way grandmothers used up leftover pie dough after making tourtière, sugar pie, or fruit pies. Rather than letting scraps go to waste, they rolled the dough thin, spread it with butter and brown sugar, and baked the little spirals in a simple caramel sauce.

Pain à la citrouille à l’huile d’olive, épices & sucre perlé

Pain à la citrouille à l’huile d’olive, épices & sucre perlé

Richelle Fortin
Autumn Recipes, Baking, Brunch, Cakes, Coffee Cakes, Crowd Pleasers, Fall Recipes, Homemade, Pumpkin

There’s something grounding about baking with pumpkin when the days start to cool. This deeply spiced pumpkin bread is rich, tender, and generously scented with cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger. Finished with a crackly crown of pearl sugar and served with salted maple butter, it’s the kind of loaf that feels equally right on a fall brunch table, tucked into a lunchbox, or sliced thick with a cup of afternoon coffee.

Spiced Pumpkin Bread with Pearl Sugar & Salted Maple Butter

Spiced Pumpkin Bread with Pearl Sugar & Salted Maple Butter

Richelle Fortin
Autumn Recipes, Baking, Brunch, Cakes, Coffee Cakes, Crowd Pleasers, Fall Recipes, Homemade, Pumpkin

There’s something grounding about baking with pumpkin when the days start to cool. This deeply spiced pumpkin bread is rich, tender, and generously scented with cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger. Finished with a crackly crown of pearl sugar and served with salted maple butter, it’s the kind of loaf that feels equally right on a fall brunch table, tucked into a lunchbox, or sliced thick with a cup of afternoon coffee.

Summer Strawberry Bars (Easy and Juicy Recipe for Seasonal Baking)

Summer Strawberry Bars (Easy and Juicy Recipe for Seasonal Baking)

Richelle Fortin
Strawberry Desserts, Produits Launaudiere, Desserts, Crowd Pleasers

Strawberry season is the sweetest time of year, and these Summer Strawberry Bars are the perfect way to celebrate it! Made with juicy, fresh-picked strawberries and a buttery crumb crust that’s both crisp and tender, these bars are ideal for backyard gatherings, potlucks, or simply enjoying at home with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Whether you're craving something fruity and easy or need a quick dessert to feed a crowd, this no-fail recipe is your go-to.

Strawberry and Rhubard Summer Cobbler

Strawberry and Rhubard Summer Cobbler

Richelle Fortin
Comfort Food, Crowd Pleasers, Desserts, Strawberry Desserts, Traditional Recipes

When the first stalks of rhubarb meet sweet, juicy strawberries, it’s time to make the ultimate spring and early summer dessert: Strawberry Rhubarb Cobbler. This classic recipe pairs tart fruit with fluffy buttermilk biscuits, all baked to golden perfection. The fruit bubbles up, the topping turns crisp and golden, and the scent? Irresistible. It’s perfect served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a generous dollop of whipped cream.

5 Ingredient | Sheet Pan Sausage and Sweet Potato Roast for 2

5 Ingredient | Sheet Pan Sausage and Sweet Potato Roast for 2

Richelle Fortin
5 Ingredients recipe, Comfort Food, Crowd Pleasers, main meal, Roasted Supper Meal

This 5-ingredient sheet pan sausage and sweet potato roast is my kind of cooking — simple, cozy, and full of flavour. Perfectly portioned for one or two people, it’s a no-fuss dinner that comes together in under an hour with minimal prep and cleanup.

I used locally made sausages from a nearby butcher (support local!) paired with sweet potatoes, grey shallots, grainy mustard, and a drizzle of pomegranate molasses for a sweet and tangy finish. Roasted all together on a parchment-lined sheet pan, it’s both rustic and refined, and easily scalable — whether you're cooking for 2 or 8.

Buttery Lemon Brownies with Glaze – A Bright & Easy Spring Dessert

Buttery Lemon Brownies with Glaze – A Bright & Easy Spring Dessert

Richelle Fortin
Baking, Brunch, Cakes, Crowd Pleasers, Spring Desserts, Easter

Soft, citrus-infused, and topped with a tangy lemon glaze, these buttery lemon brownies are the perfect sweet treat for Easter, spring brunches, or any sunny get-together.

Say hello to your new favorite spring dessert! These Buttery Lemon Brownies are everything you love about a classic fudgy brownie—minus the chocolate and full of vibrant citrus flavor. With their rich, buttery texture and bright lemon glaze, they strike the perfect balance between sweet and tangy.

The Ultimate Fondue Broth Recipe

The Ultimate Fondue Broth Recipe

Richelle Fortin
Crowd Pleasers, Family Time

There’s something magical about fondue nights. Whether you're cozying up with your sweetheart, hosting a lively family dinner, or enjoying a fun night with friends, fondue brings people together like no other meal. Even kids love the excitement of dipping bite-sized goodies into a simmering pot of flavorful broth! Plus, making your own fondue broth is way more affordable than buying pre-made versions—without any mystery ingredients!

Spelt Flour and Oatmeal Cookies with Cranberries

Spelt Flour and Oatmeal Cookies with Cranberries

Richelle Fortin
Cookies, Crowd Pleasers

Spelt Flour and Oatmeal Cookies with Cranberries

These wholesome cookies are perfect for families, gatherings, and after-school snacks. Packed with energy and flavor, they offer a delightful chewiness with just the right touch of sweetness. The best part? You can easily customize them to suit your preferences—swap the cranberries for raisins, add nuts, or even throw in some chocolate chips.

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