Classic Irish Soda Bread

Historically a poor man's staple because it needs only the most basic of ingredients, this must-have for any Irish supper is also a great introduction to bread-making for novice bakers—there's no fussing with yeast! Out of the oven, the top is super crispy and the soft inside tastes yummy slathered with butter.

Ultimate Irish Soda Bread

This classic bread is the ultimate crunchy accompaniment to soups, stews or on its own slathered with butter.

Whole Wheat Blueberry Scones

Traditionally served with tea and often enjoyed for breakfast, buttery scones can be customized with your choice of fruit and dairy. 

The Ultimate Buttermilk Pancakes

This recipe calls for medium heat, but depending on your stove, you may need to adjust the temperature to achieve the perfect golden-brown colour. Start by preheating your skillet and testing the temperature on a single pancake.

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.

Crunchy Farmhouse Bread

This rustic crisscross-topped loaf is hearty and flavourful with a combination of different grains, including millet, a small round and crunchy grain. Look for it in bulk or health food stores.

Nova Scotia Oatmeal Rolls

The dough is enough to make a dozen moist, nutty-flavoured rolls or two delicious loaves of bread.

Holiday Breakfast Scones (Cranberry Buttermilk Scones).

Coconut Date Breakfast Cookies

These wholesome cookies are great not only as an on-the-go breakfast but also as a midday snack. Dates are a source of protein and iron, giving you the energy you need to get through a busy day. And when puréed into paste form, they add natural sweetness and moisture to baked goods.

Sunflower Seed Baguettes

Nutty sunflower seeds add character to whole wheat baguettes. Slice diagonally and serve with soup, or cut lengthwise to make sandwiches.