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This stunning Earl Grey yogurt cake is soft, moist, and perfect for any occasion! I like to finish it with a vibrant pink blackberry glaze.| Kelly Neil
Blueberry White Chocolate Scones are soft, cakey, and bursting with blueberries and white chocolate chips. You can use fresh or frozen blueberries.| Kelly Neil
Blueberry chocolate chip muffins are soft, tender, loaded with juicy berries and chocolate, and balanced with a hint of orange zest.| Kelly Neil
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Nova Scotia recipes and seasonal comfort food from food photographer, recipe creator, and proud Maritimer Kelly Neil.| Kelly Neil
Green tomato chow, sometimes called chow or chow chow, is one of those condiments that always seemed to be on the table when I was growing up. Alongside mustard pickles or pickled beets, it was a familiar presence at suppertime, even though I was too picky to try it. It wasn’t until adulthood that I... The post Green Tomato Chow (Small-Batch) appeared first on Kelly Neil.| Kelly Neil
This blueberry breakfast cake, topped with Nova Scotia wild blueberries, is tender and lightly sweet. A delicious handheld snack with coffee.| Kelly Neil
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Creamy, subtle, and not too sweet, this pistachio ice cream has a churned custard base, real pistachios, and no green food colouring.| Kelly Neil
An Ingonish Sandwich is a salty-sweet breakfast sandwich named after the town of Ingonish, a main gateway to the Cape Breton Highlands.| Kelly Neil
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Garlic sherry shrimp in a rich sherry cream sauce is easy to make but tastes like it’s from a restaurant—try it over toasted sourdough.| Kelly Neil
Nova Scotia Hodge Podge is a silky, vegetable-forward summer stew made with new potatoes, carrots, beans, and peas in a buttery cream broth.| Kelly Neil
Classic strawberry shortcake with real whipped cream, buttery biscuits, and sweet summer strawberries. A nostalgic East Coast favourite.| Kelly Neil
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Strawberry rhubarb cobbler is one of the easiest summer desserts. It’s bright in flavour, with jammy fruit and a tender, buttery crust.| Kelly Neil
Maple rhubarb jam made with pure maple syrup and cardamom. A small-batch spread that's not-too-sweet, warmly spiced, and bright in flavour.| Kelly Neil
These strawberry rhubarb cream scones are a bit different from the sturdier, biscuit-style scones I usually make. I wanted a softer texture this time—something a little more tender inside, with a crisp top and bottom.| Kelly Neil
Nova Scotia Blueberry Grunt is a classic East Coast fruit dessert! Traditionally made on the stovetop, this blueberry grunt recipe is baked in the oven.| Kelly Neil
Wanda’s salt cod fish cakes, made with summer savory and bacon fat, are a Newfoundland classic I first shared in my Chronicle Herald column.| Kelly Neil
This vanilla buttercream recipe comes from a Cape Breton grandmother. Made with only four ingredients, it tastes like childhood.| Kelly Neil
Nova Scotia oatcakes are a simple, shortbread-like cookie loaded with oats! Try them buttered with a cup of hot tea.| Kelly Neil
Inspired by my mum’s carrot cake recipe, these soft, chewy carrot cake cookies are made with real grated carrot, warm spices, and pecans.| Kelly Neil
Savor the flavor of the East Coast with this old-fashioned Maritime fish chowder. Easy to make, it's loaded with fresh haddock and salmon!| Kelly Neil
These Cape Breton-style deviled eggs are smooth, creamy, and salty, inspired by the ones my husband's aunts bring to every family gathering!| Kelly Neil
Gluten-free rhubarb crisp is a simple, rustic dessert! A perfect mix of spring rhubarb, oats, nutty buckwheat flour, and lots of butter.| Kelly Neil
This no-churn chocolate peanut butter ice cream has a fluffy chocolate base and peanut butter ribbons that taste like a peanut butter cup.| Kelly Neil
When life gives you lemons, don't make lemonade, make microwave lemon curd! The best part? This recipe takes 20 minutes from start to finish.| Kelly Neil
Inspired by Cape Breton tradition, this homemade porridge bread combines creamy cooked oats and maple syrup for a soft, golden loaf.| Kelly Neil
A hearty hamburger stew made with ground beef, potatoes, carrots, and peas in a rich flavorful gravy, ready in about an hour.| Kelly Neil
If you love cookie butter then this no churn Biscoff ice cream recipe is for you! It's loaded with swirls of cookie butter and cookie pieces.| Kelly Neil
Strawberry baked oatmeal is a terrific make-ahead breakfast! All you need are basic pantry items and fresh or frozen strawberries.| Kelly Neil
Chewy molasses cookies, rich with warm spices, melted butter, and molasses, take only 25 minutes. A timeless, cozy treat!| Kelly Neil
So far this spring I've made three rhubarb pies, rhubarb curd, rhubarb crisp, and rhubarb simple syrup. As spring draws to a close I thought I'd finish up with a small-batch of raspberry rhubarb jam.| Kelly Neil
Lemon curdsicles are Vanilla ice cream layered with lemon curd until frozen. A tart, creamy frozen treat perfect for hot weather!| Kelly Neil
Craving lasagna but short on time? This hearty lasagna stew is a quick and easy one-pot meal. Perfect for a weeknight dinner!| Kelly Neil
These Mexican-inspired shrimp nachos are so easy and so delicious! Serve them in the summer on the patio alongside frosty cold margaritas.| Kelly Neil
This raspberry margarita mocktail is a fruity non-alcoholic spin on the classic margarita that's as beautiful as it is refreshing!| Kelly Neil
Enjoy the taste of summer with mango pico de gallo! This easy fresh homemade salsa features sweet mango, juicy tomato, and tangy lime juice.| Kelly Neil
Cherry clafoutis, made famous by Julia Child, is a simple French custard dish, easier to make than pancakes! Use frozen or fresh cherries.| Kelly Neil
Learn how to make Cherries Jubilee, a classic dessert featuring fresh cherries cooked in a sweet buttery sauce with your choice of liqueur.| Kelly Neil
Learn how to make basic and rich simple syrups with this easy guide! Level up drinks and desserts with these customizable liquid sweeteners.| Kelly Neil
This super easy small-batch tomato sauce recipe only takes 15 minutes, but for a deeper, richer umami flavor, let the sauce rest for 4 hours.| Kelly Neil
This small-batch basil pesto is the classic green sauce in a smaller package. It's a fresh, bright, and flavorful addition to any meal!| Kelly Neil
This pesto gnocchi is a weeknight game changer! With only 5 ingredients, you can have dinner on the table in 15 minutes.| Kelly Neil
Sausage goulash is a simple, savory stew with Italian sausage, tender pasta, and veggies in a smoky tomato sauce. Perfect for cozy weeknights!| Kelly Neil
Nova Scotia seafood chowder is a rich, creamy, soup loaded with seafood, plus smoky bacon and fresh dill added for extra flavor.| Kelly Neil
Making pesto mayo literally could not be easier! Only 7 ingredients, and a few minutes of time are needed for this super creamy flavour bomb.| Kelly Neil
This molasses baked beans recipe is a year-round favorite! Soak dried beans in the morning, boil in the evening, and slow bake overnight.| Kelly Neil
This homemade bang bang sauce is slightly sweet, mildly spicy, and will take your shrimp, wings, tacos and more from good to GREAT!| Kelly Neil
As much as I love baking, it can't all be about Nova Scotia oatcakes, buttermilk quiche, and brown butter chocolate chip cookies. I mean, I have to actually feed my family vegetables once in a| Kelly Neil
Air fryer roasted garlic is one of the easiest and most delicious ways to add extra flavor to meals. Just cut, drizzle, wrap, and cook!| Kelly Neil
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Whipped feta with honey is a Mediterranean-inspired dish that's gained popularity in recent years. This creamy, tangy spread combines the salty bite of feta cheese with the sweetness of honey. While not a traditional Greek| Kelly Neil
Orzo pesto salad is one of my favorite summer salads. It's so easy to make and gets a really refreshing lift from fresh lemon zest and juice, and fragrant basil from the garden. I love| Kelly Neil
Spaghetti Carbonara is a quintessential Roman dish that has become a staple of Italian cuisine. This classic recipe is known for its rich, creamy texture, achieved without using cream. Traditionally, Carbonara is made with guanciale| Kelly Neil
Make the most of the strawberry season with a simple strawberry cobbler cake made with fresh strawberries and a buttery, brown sugar crust.| Kelly Neil
Wild blueberry blondies combine blueberries and white chocolate chips in a rich, buttery base. This is an easy and decadent dessert!| Kelly Neil
Learn how to make THE BEST cheddar chive biscuits—crispy outside, tender inside, and loaded with cheesy goodness and fresh garden chives.| Kelly Neil
Make homemade tartar sauce with this easy recipe using everyday ingredients. Perfect for seafood and more!| Kelly Neil
Nothing beats the taste of a Nova Scotia lobster roll! This recipe lets the lobster truly shine, with just a bit of mayo and celery added.| Kelly Neil
Bring the flavor of Nova Scotia to your dinner table! Creamed lobster is a beloved dish originating from the Yarmouth region of the province.| Kelly Neil
Lobster cakes put a twist on classic fish cakes, blending rich lobster with buttery crumbs, lemon zest, fresh basil, and a hint of Old Bay.| Kelly Neil
Ideal for brunch or as an appetizer, this smoked salmon puff pastry tart features rich smoked salmon, frozen puff pastry, and goat cheese.| Kelly Neil
This Dutch oven lasagna has tall layers, crispy edges, and oven-ready noodles. Easy to make, freezer-friendly, and better than a 9x13 pan.| Kelly Neil
Easy brown sugar shortbread cookies are buttery and crisp with a crumbly, melt-in-your-mouth texture. They make a beautiful Christmas cookie!| Kelly Neil
Easy lemon curd cookies, with a lemon curd thumbprint and shortbread base. Use homemade or store-bought lemon curd for these cute cookies!| Kelly Neil
Learn how to make homemade bagel chips with this 3-ingredient recipe. Baked to perfection, they're great for dipping or as a crunchy snack!| Kelly Neil
Spice up your life with homemade chai spice! It's customizable and easy to make in minutes. Perfect for baking, cozy drinks, or gifting.| Kelly Neil
Create your own beautiful smoked salmon platter with this simple guide! Learn about the key elements, get the recipe, and make it your own.| Kelly Neil