Get cheesy! From artisan cheese collections to a perfect fondue pot for entertaining, cheese board styling inspiration, and more — this handpicked shopping guide has great gifts for the cheese lover in your life. This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn a commission (at no additional cost to you) from qualifying … Read more

This simple three-ingredient recipe — halloumi, bacon, and fresh oregano — proves that minimal components can yield a spectacular appetizer. These bacon-wrapped halloumi bites are savory, low-carb, and easy to prepare. They work equally well baked or grilled, and make great snacks or party finger food. Tips for making the Bacon-Wrapped Halloumi Cheese with Fresh … Read more

Looking for a quick, easy, and satisfying dinner? Try these sizzling ground beef fajitas—ready from stovetop to table in about 30 minutes. What Are Ground Beef Fajitas Ground beef fajitas combine the bold flavors of fajitas with the convenience of ground beef. Seasoned with a flavorful fajita spice mix and tossed with tender-crisp bell peppers … Read more

Monday Menu delivers everything you need for two complete family dinners, plus dessert, a snack, and an easy breakfast. This week, focus on quick, delicious meals with an Easy White Ravioli Casserole and a Quick Skillet Steak that make weeknight cooking simple and satisfying. This Week’s Secret To Success This week’s menu emphasizes speed and … Read more

Make your own gluten free oven baked fish and chips with this simple, tasty recipe—much healthier than a typical fish and chip shop meal. These gluten-free oven baked fish and chips are a special treat at home, while still being far healthier than what you’d buy at a chippy. The meal is quick and easy … Read more

With a stir of a spoon and just four ingredients, you’ll be ready to put these Yogurt Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins in the oven before it’s even preheated! Keep in touch! Subscribe to receive Melanie Makes recipes direct to your inbox. Original content posted February 2015. Updated May 2019. Muffins have a way of rescuing a … Read more

These chocolate oatmeal cookies are a delicious hybrid of brownie and cookie—soft and chewy with slightly crisp edges, and utterly irresistible. It has been quite a week here. Between the daylight savings time shift disrupting my baby’s routine and a stomach bug that wiped out three days, I was ready for something comforting. The bug … Read more

Looking for an easy, flavorful way to use up leftover ham? This classic ham salad recipe is a perfect choice. Made with finely chopped ham, creamy mayonnaise, tangy mustard, crunchy celery, and a touch of pickle relish and brine, this easy ham spread comes together in minutes and works beautifully in sandwiches, wraps, or served … Read more

It’s finally Christmas cookie season, and I take this time of year seriously. I love everything about baking cookies — there truly is something for everyone. If I ever meet someone who claims they don’t like cookies, I’m determined to find the one they do. These gluten free rainbow cookies are the Cadillac of Italian … Read more

A smoothie that tastes just like carrot cake, made with carrots, walnuts, dates, almond milk and an optional splash of vanilla. No bananas, no added sugar — just wholesome ingredients. This really is one of my favourite smoothies — a creamy, naturally sweet drink that captures the flavour of carrot cake without using bananas or … Read more