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Cooking doesn’t have to be complicated. Let us simplify your life in the kitchen with our easy, straightforward recipes, no-fail cooking & baking tutorials, meal plans, and more. Over 800 delicious recipes and all the best cooking and baking tips & tricks to help readers build confidence in the kitchen! Simple-to-follow recipes with clear instructions, featuring basic ingredients and hundreds of video tutorials. Easy family meals and simple baking recipes are our specialty!

bowl of chimichurri sauce
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Sauce central! 5 must-make recipes

Hi friends, You know we like to simplify life in the kitchen. The Busy Baker has a great collection of dressings, condiments, sauces and more that are simple to make at home, not to mention fresh and delicious. Today we're sharing some of our favourite sauces to help you stock your fridge and inspire your meal planning for the week ahead! Honey Garlic Barbecue Sauce My family loves this Homemade Honey Garlic Barbecue Sauce! Both sweet and savoury, it pairs perfectly with burgers, ribs,...

chocolate layer cake on a plate with fresh berries

Hi friends, The Busy Baker is officially 10! What started as a personal blog to share recipes with friends and family has turned into so much more... it's amazing to see how far it's come. We couldn't think of a better way to celebrate this milestone than to share the types of recipes we're known for: delicious basic baking recipes and easy weeknight meals to nourish your family! These recipes just happen to be some of our most popular, too 😉 Best Ever Double Chocolate Chip Muffins One of our...

Hi friends, As much as we love the idea of a evening out, enjoying a nice meal at a restaurant, that's not always in the budget. If you'd like to enjoy a restaurant-worthy meal in the comfort of your own home (and grocery budget!), we recommend trying one of these recipes. They're delicious enough for special meal in, but quick enough for a weeknight dinner. What could be better?! Lemon Chicken You've got to try this quick and easy Lemon Chicken recipe! The dish, featuring tender chicken...

tenderstem Broccoli with chili and pine nuts

Hi friends, Even if you live in a major center with plenty of fresh vegetable and fruit options year-round, there's just something about cooking up in-season produce that we can't get enough of. We've got 5 delicious recipes for you today that will both nourish and satisfy the whole family! Tenderstem Broccoli with Chili and Pine Nuts Change up your green vegetable routine with this Tenderstem Broccoli with Chili and Pine Nuts recipe! You'll love the flavour and texture combination - the...

sliced prime rib on a platter

Hi friends, 'Tis the day we share some of our favourite holiday main dishes with you! Scroll down for a collection of recipes to inspire you, two condiments you cannot skip, AND two of my most important holiday cooking tips! This Vegetarian Mushroom Pot Pie is the perfect vegetarian main dish (with vegan option) featuring fresh mushrooms in a creamy gravy with garlic and thyme, topped with a tender pastry crust. This Cranberry Maple Glazed Ham, made with an easy 3-ingredient glaze and fresh...

One pan turkey dinner (mashed potatoes, turkey breast, and vegetables on a sheet pan)

Hi friends, Not all of us have a holiday crowd to cook for or guests for Sunday dinner, but that doesn't mean you can't enjoy the same style of meal. And it certainly doesn't have to be hours of work, either! Easy One Pan Turkey Dinner This Easy One Pan Turkey Dinner is your ticket to a delicious, simplified dinner, perfect for a small family. It's customizeable (check out the variations and timings here), ready in under an hour, and made on ONE pan! Follow our tips, tricks, and our simple...

Hi friends, Keep yourself energized throughout your day with these flavourful recipes that make the most of cool season veggies. We're sharing a great grab and go snack, a deliciously healthy and vibrant dip, and the meal-prep lunch that will take your afternoon to the next level! Healthy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies These Healthy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Cookies help you toe the line between healthy snack and treat. Packed with shredded carrots and comforting spices, these cookies are also free of...

stock pot of Vegetable Soup

Hi friends, I always welcome the crispness in air that comes along with the shift from summer to fall. As those temperatures start to drop and the colours around us change, it's nice to slow down and really watch those changes happen. Let the delicious homemade soups below warm you as you enjoy this beautiful season - and scroll down to the bottom for an additional seasonal treat! Easy Vegetable Soup This Easy Vegetable Soup is one of our family favourites. It's super flavourful, filling, and...

skillet of Easy One Pan Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Rice Bake

Hi friends, Regardless of your stage of life, we all need quick and easy dishes at our fingertips. We need dishes that are healthy, satisfying, and of course worthy of second helpings. Scroll down for recipes that fit that description and that the whole family will enjoy! Easy One Pan Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Rice Bake You know how much we love our one pan dishes at The Busy Baker! With this Easy One Pan Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Rice Bake, you'll go from just a few minutes at the...

Quick and Easy Pasta al Limone

Hi friends, Are you wanting to enjoy a special meal with your special someone? Would you rather have a night in than a night out? Let us help! We've planned a complete meal for you (with your choice of main dish). And the best part? The recipes come together in 35 minutes or less! Unleash your inner chef with either of these easy to make entrées! Made with fresh lemon, butter, and Parmesan, the bright flavours of this Quick and Easy Pasta al Limone shine through. If citrus isn't your speed,...