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.
Freezable Foods
Jan shares her favourite things to freeze to use in the coming months. Find out more.
Peanut Butter Pretzel ‘Candy’
Jan does a recipe makeover. Find out how it turned out.
Sweet Potato Hummus
Makes about 3 cups
Mini Turkey Sandwiches with Cheddar and Green Apples
Makes 1 sandwich
Ask Jan
Our Food Editor answers your questions.
Keen for Quinoa
Our food editor have been turning her quinoa into salads this summer. Try one of these many flavour combinations she recommends.
On the Road Again
Jan and her family took a road trip this past weekend. Here are her recommended recipes for on-the-road snacking. Find out more.
The Homemade Pantry
Our food editor reviews The Homemade Pantry, packed with recipes for 101 common foods that can be made instead of bought. See what she thought of it here.
Blueberry, Corn and Quinoa Salad
Serves 6
Frozen Elvis Bites
Take an otherwise simple frozen treat and add chopped bacon and peanuts—your family and guests will thank you. Get the recipe here.