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.

The Smitten Kitchen Cookbook

By Jan Scott / November 23, 2012

Jan is smitten with The Smitten Kitchen Cookbook. Find out more.

Baked Potato Bar

By Jan Scott / November 21, 2012

This meal will save your weeknight dinners.

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Fairy Bread

By Jan Scott / November 17, 2012

Serves 12

Salad on a Stick

By Jan Scott / November 17, 2012

Makes 12

4 Steps to Hosting an Old-Fashioned Cookie Exchange

By Jan Scott / November 16, 2012

Make a cookie exchange a new holiday tradition. Find out more.

Cheesy Chowder for Picky Eaters

By Jan Scott / November 14, 2012

The ultimate soup recipe for picky eaters. Find out more.

Quinoa Salad with Pears and Dried Cranberries

By Jan Scott / November 12, 2012

Serves 6

Good Cheap Eats: Caramelized Onions

By Jan Scott / October 31, 2012

Onions are great in so many meals. Here’s how to whip up a big batch of caramelized onions. Find out more.

Kids in the Kitchen: Skillet Spider and Web Cookies

By Jan Scott / October 26, 2012

Get the kids into the kitchen and whip up a batch of these Halloween cookies.

Skillet Spider and Web Cookies

By Jan Scott / October 26, 2012

Adapted from Betty Crocker