This oven-baked shawarma chicken comes together quickly and bakes in minutes. It’s perfect for wraps, rice bowls, or salads. Some recipes are so simple that cooking hardly feels like work — this oven-baked shawarma chicken is one of them. It comes together fast, uses minimal dishes, and often takes less time than ordering takeout. I … Read more

This summery sourdough tomato cobbler is a flavorful lunch or supper and a great way to use an abundance of homegrown tomatoes. I used Roma and cherry tomatoes from the garden, but any tomato variety will work. If you enjoy summer sourdough recipes, try the sourdough bruschetta and homemade pizza sauce recipes on the same … Read more

Bagels are delicious, but finding great vegan bagel topping ideas can be tricky. Fortunately, this guide collects easy, tasty options so you can enjoy a vegan bagel anytime. This post gathers simple savory and sweet vegan bagel toppings, a selection of assembled bagel sandwich ideas, and recommended recipes for homemade toppings like vegan cream cheese, … Read more

Field With Flowers Near Arles by VINCENT VAN GOGH who wrote to his brother Theo about this painting in 1888: ‘A meadow full of very yellow buttercups, a ditch with iris plants with green leaves, with purple flowers, the town in the background, some grey willow trees—a strip of blue sky. If they don’t mow … Read more

Who would have guessed that ramps—those wild scallions that appear briefly each spring—would spark such passionate debate? Loved by many as uncultivated harbingers of the season, they’re also criticized by some who turn against anything that becomes trendy. Yet for those who really enjoy them, ramps remain a cherished seasonal treat. I’ve written about ramps … Read more

Plan the perfect date night with ease: follow our five best recipes and top tips to create an evening you and your partner will remember. 5 Best Date Night Recipes! Food is one of the most expressive ways to show affection. Below are five romantic recipes — a cocktail, starter, main, dessert and after-dinner coffee … Read more

This post has been refreshed with new photos and a printable recipe version. Warning: This dish celebrates bold flavors: pungent blue cheese, smoky bacon and its rendered fat, savory onions, aromatic basil, garlic and creamy avocado. If intense aromas put you off, enjoy the photos and skip the rest of the text. This is essentially … Read more

Three-ingredient homemade peanut butter cups are simple to make and taste even better than store-bought. They make perfect snacks or edible gifts for chocolate and peanut butter lovers. These peanut butter cups are surprisingly easy: just three ingredients, a couple of glass bowls and a pot of simmering water. No special equipment required. Homemade Peanut … Read more

Knowing how to clean mushrooms properly is essential for successful cooking. Like many kitchen techniques, it’s simple once you know the right method. Mushrooms are one of my favourite vegetables. Their earthy, umami flavor enhances a wide range of dishes, and a well-cooked mushroom delivers a texture that’s hard to replicate. Because mushrooms grow in … Read more

Mary’s Nest 2020 Channel Update – Traditional Foods Recipes, Meal Plans, and More! Watch the Mary’s Nest 2020 Channel Update Wishing everyone a very happy, healthy, and blessed new year! In this video I share a 2020 channel update outlining my plans for the website and YouTube channel for the year ahead. This post summarizes … Read more