Ricotta Cheesecake with Citrus Compote

A perfect ending to a meal, this cheesecake from Heather Howe is lighter than a traditional one made with only cream cheese. The small amount of light cream cheese and sour cream added to the ricotta make it creamy.

Crunchy Scalloped Potatoes

The make-ahead option is the real plus of these crunchy-topped potatoes in a creamy sauce. There's less to fuss about when you have at least one standby vegetable that just needs to bake and crisp while you carve the ham.

Maritime Brown Bread

Serve this molasses-rich steamed bread with baked beans for a traditional down-home dinner. Or enjoy it toasted with butter or simply on its own. If you like, add 3/4 cup (175 mL) raisins, chopped dates or chopped dried apricots.

Rhubarb Crumb Cake

Loads of rhubarb make this fruity cake a teatime treat. If using frozen rhubarb, don't thaw it first.

Potato Gratin with Caramelized Onions

This is chef Taylor's rich, crusty and fancy scalloped potatoes. We've added two lighter versions: one with milk and another with a lighter béchamel sauce instead of the whipping cream.

Easy Chocolate Cake

This all-purpose cake, made without butter or eggs, is so moist and easy to make that you will use it again and again. When frosted, it keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. When not frosted, it freezes well for up to one month.

Carrot Snacking Cake

This all-purpose cake is simple, delicious and wholesome. You can substitute a dusting of icing sugar for the glaze if you prefer.

Jasper Christmas Pudding

A recipe steeped in tradition is always part of the Jasper Christmas, starting with the four Christmas in November programs and carrying right through to the real Christmas and New Year's Eve. Serve with Classic Crème Anglaise.

Date Bars

Almond Cherry Jam Bars

Jam-filled treats, like these bars layered with cherry jam, are begging to be enjoyed with a cup of your favourite brew.