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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.

Quebec Sugar Pie | A Tradition Worth Keeping

Quebec Sugar Pie | A Tradition Worth Keeping

Richelle Fortin
Comfort Food, Crowd Pleasers, Desserts, Holidays, Homemade, Laura Secord Cookbook, making memories, Old Recipes, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving make-ahead, Xmas, Christmas Holiday

"Quebec Sugar Pie has as many versions as cooks, but tradition demands that the filling be somewhat thin in consistency and, because of its richness, that the depth of the filling be much less than for pies in general." - Laura Secord Canadian Cookbook

This quote perfectly encapsulates how I've experienced sugar pie my entire life. These pies are a staple at every family gathering during the winter, especially during the holidays and Sugaring-Off season (maple syrup making season). For the longest time, I let my aunts handle the sugar pie making, but now it's our turn to carry on these beloved family traditions.

Pumpkin Pie: Not Just for the Holidays!

Pumpkin Pie: Not Just for the Holidays!

Richelle Fortin
Autumn Recipes, Baking, Comfort Food, Crowd Pleasers, Desserts, Fall Recipes, Holidays, Thanksgiving make-ahead, Thanksgiving

Pumpkin pie is a classic seasonal treat, this recipe is coming out just before Thanksgiving but why limit it to just the fall and winter months? With homemade pumpkin purée that’s easy to make and freezes beautifully, you can enjoy the cozy flavors of pumpkin pie all year long—no canned pumpkin needed!