Jan Scott

Jan Scott Food Editor at SavvyMom
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Jan Scott is a well-known Canadian cookbook author, food writer, and the creator of Family Bites, a popular blog devoted to family-focused recipes and easy-to-execute entertaining and party ideas. She’s been the food editor for SavvyMom.ca since 2011, and has had essays and articles published in a variety of print and online publications. Prior to making the transition to food writing, she worked for a private catering company for eight years. Her first book, Gatherings: Bringing People Together with Food was shortlisted for the 2015 Taste Canada Food Writing Awards in the Best General Cookbook category. Jan lives in Toronto, with her husband and their three sons.

Baked Maple and Citrus Glazed Ham Recipe - SavvyMom

Maple and Citrus Glazed Ham

By Jan Scott / March 14, 2024

There is nothing easier to serve to a large crowd than a baked ham. Make it a maple and citrus glazed ham and you’ll be a bigger star than the Easter Bunny!

Sweet Potato & Split Pea Soup Recipe - SavvyMom

Sweet Potato and Split Pea Soup

By Jan Scott / February 24, 2024

This sweet potato and split pea soup will warm them up with a hearty goodness that has a tasty balance of sweet and savoury flavours

How to Cook Perfect Oven Bacon

By Jan Scott / February 18, 2024

A hands-free, mess-free, hassle-free method for making perfect bacon, every time. Oven bacon will change your life!

Family Day Long Weekend - SavvyMom

Five Ways to Celebrate Your Family This Family Day Long Weekend

By Jan Scott / February 12, 2024

Five fun, simple, and inexpensive ways to celebrate your family’s love on this Family Day Long Weekend.

32 Common Substitute Ingredients for Baking and Cooking - SavvyMom

32 Common Substitute Ingredients for Cooking and Baking

By Jan Scott / February 12, 2024

You’ve been there: halfway through a favourite recipe and you’re missing an essential. This list of substitute ingredients will save that trip to the store..

Piggies in a Blanket Recipe - SavvyMom

Piggies in a Blanket

By Jan Scott / February 8, 2024

Piggies in a blanket are ideal for serving as a Super Bowl snack, or anytime you need a popular finger food for a crowd

8 Tips for Perfect Pancakes - SavvyMom

8 Tips for Making Perfect Pancakes

By Jan Scott / February 8, 2024

Whether it’s a special weekend breakfast or dinnertime on Pancake Tuesday, here are 8 tips for making perfect pancakes.

Simple (and Savvy) Ideas for Valentine’s Day Dessert

By Jan Scott / February 7, 2024

Easy sweet post-dinner treats for Valentine’s Day dessert. There’s chocolate, of course.

Pancake Fun: An Activity for Pancake Tuesday

By Jan Scott / February 7, 2024

Here’s a little pancake fun — an activity that’s perfect for Pancake Tuesday.

How to Make a Heart-Shaped Paper Chain for Valentine's Day - SavvyMom

How to Make a Heart-Shaped Paper Chain for Valentine’s Day

By Jan Scott / February 6, 2024

This sweet and simple heart-shaped paper chain is perfect for Valentine’s Day, mostly because it’s made with items you likely have hanging around the house.