Below are my two most favourite Christmas recipes. They were both my mom’s. My mom has been gone for 17 years now, but these recipes bring back such good memories for me. I bake an extra batch for my brother when I make them at Christmas time.

The versatility of oatmeal makes it a favourite for some. You can add almost anything to a bowl to appeal to different tastes, and the wholesome goodness of rolled oats is a good way to start your eating for the day. This vitamin, mineral and antioxidant rich food provides you and your kids with a nutritious and health-boosting meal.

Don’t let that ‘Keto’ word in the title make you think these scrumptious cookies are only for the Keto-minded. Whether you follow that eating style or not, these treats will be quick to whip up and wholesome to eat.

The Kids Quick Cook series of recipes is especially for the young cook in the kitchen. The focus on the recipe selection is simple prep, uncomplicated steps and basic ingredients, but these recipes are great for every cook in the kitchen!

Some people talk about what candle scent they’re burning this week, or what air freshener is their favourite. I’ve never been drawn to those, though, because I grew up in a house where the warm aroma of fresh baking welcomed you at the door. After all, who needs an apple cider doughnut wax tart when Momma’s busy making doughnuts?

Popcorn . . . crunchy, light, and downright cool the way it POPS—it’s a snack that just feels right with a movie, served at a party or, for some aficionados, as a daily staple food. Here you’ll find seasonings and toppings that aren’t going to be spiked with a sugary coating or artificial “I-have-no-clue-what-that-is” kind of ingredients. This is popcorn for healthy families who like tasty treats—or at the very least it’s popcorn for moms that are trying to get the junk food out of snack time.

When we were growing up, Momma always had a bean crock that was big enough to hold a monster batch of bran muffin batter. She would have it tucked in the back of the refrigerator; and whenever she didn’t have time to whip up a snack or something to go with the soup at dinner, out would come that crock of muffin batter.

Every child should learn to cook basic meals that include the full range of nutrients from different food groups. This one-pot meal is a great one for younger kids to help with and can be quickly learned by older children to do completely on their own.