Author: Ava Smith

Hi, I'm Ava Smith! I'm a self-taught home cook who loves creating simple, tasty recipes anyone can make. My blog is where I share the meals I make for family and friends—nothing fancy, just real food made with love. Follow along for easy, feel-good recipes straight from my kitchen!
  • Homemade Cocoa Bark

    Want to know a secret? Homemade Cocoa Bark is one of those sins we all turn to in desperate times when all we want is a bit of indulgence and no time and energy to spend making something elaborate. So easy, so versatile-ideal for holidays, gifts, or just apportioned into strips for munchies on the…

  • Andouille Pasta Recipe

    If you’ve got a serious thing for spicy-smoky flavors and creamy feel, then Andouille Pasta might do you in very hard! I made this one night when I was after comfort food with the sting of heat, and it has been on repeat ever since. It’s hearty, rich, and can be made in under thirty…

  • Brioche Toasted

    Some people call this recipe simple, while others would say it is a bit fancy. I think this is the best way to elevate plain toast. The soft buttery brioche goes on to develop a crunchy, golden-burnished outer skin while holding its fluffiness within. This is the perfect companion for a lazy weekend breakfast or…

  • Almond Macaroons

    These macaroons are among my favourite little treats to whip up when I have a little time to myself and want something quick, sweet, and gluten-free. They are chewy in the middle, crisp outside, and full of that wholesome almond flavour I dearly love. And it takes less than 30 minutes from gathering all the…

  • Fettuccine Primavera

    Fettuccine Primavera is a delightfully fresh, colorful, very simple, and filling dish. I make this when I feel a bit on the lighter side but want something comforting. It has the wonderful contrast of crisp-tender veggies in a creamy cheesy sauce and is super-quick to make, under thirty minutes to the dinner table! The perfect…

  • Orange Macarons

    If you’ve never tasted orange macarons, then the sweet and citrusy treat is waiting for you! The tiny cookies are some of my absolute favorites to whip up when I want to make something special but not too difficult to accomplish at home. They have crisp shells, chewy soft middles, and a pop of orange…

  • Virgin Lemon Drop Recipe

    My go-to drink has been the Virgin Lemon Drop for those times when one needs something sweet, tart, and refreshing. It encompasses everything that I love-citrus, cool, and of course, non-alcoholic, so that everybody can enjoy it. I love making it one of those evenings for friends or any other time I just want something…

  • Salmon Mushroom Recipe

    I’m telling you, this Salmon Mushroom recipe is a lifesaver. It’s one of those made-in-heaven yet so easy-to-get-in-the-kitchen dishes worthy of the name. I adore making it for those days when what I feel like is tangy, creamy, rich, and flavorful, but don’t want to slouch for hours in the kitchen-the combination of the tender…