Amy Valm

Amy Valm

Amy is a freelance writer and editor based in Toronto, Ontario. Her work can also be found in publications like Chatelaine, Toronto Life and The Globe and Mail.

Latest from Amy Valm

10 tasty recipes with nuts and seeds

10 tasty recipes with nuts and seeds

Are you partial to pumpkin seeds or all about almonds? These protein-packed, nutrient-dense recipes will fill your little peanuts up good.

13 easy ways to use puff pastry

13 easy ways to use puff pastry

A stash of puff pastry in the freezer is genius during the holidays—or anytime. For easy party snacks, a cozy supper or addictive apps, it's always golden.

10 kid-friendly wrap recipes

10 kid-friendly wrap recipes

You're on a roll with easy wrap recipes. They're perfectly portable for breakfast on-the-go or tucking into a lunch box.

12 basic chicken recipes

12 basic chicken recipes

We're calling it: basic (even boring, gasp!) chicken recipes are good. They're no-fuss, easy to make and always yield tasty flavours.

Fall haul: 13 harvest vegetable recipes FTW

Fall haul: 13 harvest vegetable recipes FTW

Get down with the delicious bounty fall has to offer. We don't mess around—there are veg chips, savoury soups and a genius sheet pan.

9 magnificent muffin recipes

9 magnificent muffin recipes

Who doesn't love a good muffin recipe? Muffins are the perfect size and shape for packing and can be stuffed with tons of delicious ingredients.

9 tasty chicken thigh recipes

9 tasty chicken thigh recipes

Chicken thighs have your back. They're budget-friendly, always juicy and can be used in a slew of dishes. We know what you're making for dinner this week.

10 easy make-ahead breakfast recipes

10 easy make-ahead breakfast recipes

Mornings are hectic enough. These make-ahead breakfast recipes will make you feel like you have at least one thing under control.

15 recipe projects to take on this weekend

15 recipe projects to take on this weekend

Homemade marshmallows and DIY dumplings are totally doable—you just need time. These delicious recipe projects are perfect for a quiet weekend at home.

9 simple cauliflower recipes

9 simple cauliflower recipes

Cauliflower is the best: Super versatile, mild in flavour and always delicious. Here's how we love to use it.

14 easy superfood recipes

14 easy superfood recipes

These simple superfood recipes—starring beans, grains and greens—will keep you healthy and strong.

10 ways to use a can of chickpeas

10 ways to use a can of chickpeas

Do you enjoy easy, healthy dinners that make you feel like you're somehow cheating the system? Stock your pantry with canned chickpeas and you're there.

12 shortcuts to make prepping school lunches easier

12 shortcuts to make prepping school lunches easier

Ugh, packing lunches—until you discover these entirely guilt-free, grocery store shortcuts. Because not everyone is a Pinterest parent and that's OK.

9 easy minimal effort recipes for when you just can't

9 easy minimal effort recipes for when you just can't

Sure, you could grab a box of frozen nuggets or that iffy grocery store sushi in a pinch, but these minimal effort recipes promise tastier results.

18 delicious fruity dessert recipes

18 delicious fruity dessert recipes

Striking the perfect balance of sweet and wholesome, we love these fruity dessert recipes.

12 kid-approved after-school snack recipes

12 kid-approved after-school snack recipes

Keep them full (and quiet) until dinnertime with these easy and delicious after-school snack recipes.

10 fresh grain bowl recipes

10 fresh grain bowl recipes

Are you living that grain bowl life? A fluffy, filling base layered with tasty protein, grated veggies, seeds, fruit, eggs—it's everything you want.

6 best fruit crisp and crumble recipes

6 best fruit crisp and crumble recipes

Up your daily fruit intake with a tasty crisp. We've got crumbles, crisps and an apple betty. What's the difference? Not sure, but they're all delicious.

14 healthy breakfast recipes

14 healthy breakfast recipes

A healthy breakfast doesn't have to be a boring breakfast. Try adding these hearty and healthy breakfast recipes to your morning.

15 easy meals in under 30 minutes

15 easy meals in under 30 minutes

The after-work, after-school scramble will be a little easier with these easy meals.