Draining pumpkin purée maximizes its flavour, eliminates excess water and makes a thick, luxurious filling.
We've jazzed up a decadent coconut cream pie with chocolate pastry and a shower of grated chocolate. Look for the piña colada concentrate in the drinks aisle or freezer section of the supermarket.
Mini quiches are easier to serve than one big quiche, and they make for an elegant presentation at your holiday brunch. Prep them the night before, then pop them into the oven to reheat in the morning.
Aged Gouda has a nutty sherry flavour that marries well with bacon. Look for the cheese in the supermarket's deli section.
This recipe is relatively simple to prepare using common pantry ingredients. Almonds and pears complement each other in the not-too-sweet filling. Serve with a drizzle of chocolate sauce or dollop of whipped cream, if desired.
Glazed salmon fresh off the grill is delicious on its own, but the pickled peach topping makes this dish out of this world! Even better, the crave-worthy condiment starts with humble canned fruit, perfect for when fresh peaches aren't available.
The kids will have fun helping make this easy bark to adorn our Faerie Crown Cake or as a yummy treat for an Easter basket.
With its cross-hatch pattern, this ruby-red cake makes a striking finale to brunch. Spring through early summer is the ideal time to shop for fresh rhubarb (and harvest it from your garden). Choose long crisp stalks that are blemish-free.
Get in the holiday spirit with this festive (and easy!) dessert that you can make ahead and assemble before serving.
