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.
Playoff Pretzels
My son recently made his school football team, and to celebrate, I thought it would be fun to make some…
Applesauce Snacking Cake
This favourite fall recipe makes my kids and their friends go crazy with happiness. I can’t explain why, but I…
The Versatile Waldorf Salad
Waldorf Salad is the perfect salad for kids who don’t ‘like’ salad. I should know because at 9 and 11,…
Making Muffin Mixes
Now that the second week of school is officially underway and everyone is getting settled, I’m taking some time to…
Colourful Snacking
The school year has officially started, and with it comes requests for snack food donations. Whether it’s for preschool nibbles…
Dip Decisions
Your kids come home from school starving for a snack. Being the good mom that you are, you assemble a…
Apple & Peanut Butter Stacks
If they’re tired of the traditional apple, then shake things up with this layered version that’s both tasty and fun to eat.
Turkey, Apple and Cheddar Hand Pies
These portable mini pies are a breeze to make with shredded, cooked turkey (great for leftovers), tart apples and a bite of cheddar. Perfect for a lunch pack or a healthy on-the-go option when rushing to a weeknight game.
Frozen Cookie Dough Balls
Some people go shopping to prepare for the upcoming school year, but I like to stock my freezer with frozen…
Homemade Tomato Sauce and Five Ways to Use It in Your Cooking
Tomato season is finally upon us, and the markets and stores are stocking their spaces with this hot commodity. While…