Jan Scott
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.
8 Vegetarian Dinners for Busy Weeknights
My go-to dinners these days need to be easy and crowd-pleasing, and it just so happens that vegetarian dinners are hitting the spot for all of us.
Sheet Pan Supper Recipe: Gnocchi with Tomatoes, Basil and Bocconcini Cheese
A sheet pan meal can be prepared ahead, covered and stored in the fridge until it’s time to cook. Just slide the pan into the oven when you’re ready.
10 Perfect Pumpkin Recipes for Fall
From a buttery biscuit to a one-pot pasta, we’ve got 10 ways to cook with pumpkin—because our favourite fall flavour deserves to go in more than just lattes.Â
Cheesy Perogies
These cheesy treats are a great way to get your toddlers cooking in the kitchen with you.
How to Make Marshmallow Fondant
Marshmallow fondant is easy to make and gives a smooth, professional-looking finish to cakes and cookies. Here’s how to make this homemade fondant.
No-Bake Chocolate Haystack Cookies
No-bake cookies are perfect for those evenings when we realize we’ve run out of lunchbox snacks, or are in need…
How to Make a Build-Your-Own Caesar Bar
National Caesar Day fittingly falls on the Thursday before the May two-four weekend, the unofficial launch of patio season in Canada. Here’s our recipe for a classic Caesar cocktail, and how you can create a build-your-own Caesar bar for a party.
10 Ways to Enjoy Roasted Garlic
What’s good for you and tastes just as good? Garlic—here are 10 ways to include it in your meals.
Easy One-Pan Pan Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Recipes to Try This Week
This incredible new cookbook has the perfect solution for time-challenged parents to make mess-free, stress-free meals a reality: one pot or one pan cooking.
Sheet Pan Breakfast with Sweet Potatoes and Chickpeas
Start with chickpeas, add in some eggs and cubed sweet potatoes and you’re left with a super simple meal the whole family will love.