Want to learn how to blanch hazelnuts to peel them in the absolutely easiest way possible? Hazelnuts are an amazing nut, whether in your Thanksgiving stuffing or a homemade chocolate hazelnut spread. But removing hazelnut skins is a horrible kitchen task. So read on to learn all the tips and tricks for this amazing kitchen…
These Oreo Cheesecake Brownies are made with four layers of Oreo cookie crust, dark cocoa brownie batter, a creamy cheesecake layer, and crushed Oreo cookies. They’re the black tie, red-carpet-ready version of Oreos, if Oreo cookies had dreams of Hollywood glamor. Read on to learn all about baking with your favorite cookie and the tips…
This Biscoff Speculoos Tiramisu is a tiramisu variation with Lotus Biscoff cookies or other speculoos cookies, Biscoff cookie butter, mascarpone, and a spiked coffee syrup. It’s an impressive Biscoff dessert but easy to make with no baking or special equipment required, making it perfect for company or a holiday get-together. Read on to learn everything…
Elevate your Lemon Bars with Graham Cracker Crust instead of the traditional shortbread. Just mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and butter to make a bottom crust, top the graham cracker cookie crust with lemon curd, and bake until firm. Read on for all the detailed tips and tricks for making the lemon curd and the…
This Turkey Pot Pie with Puff Pastry recipe is a fabulous use of leftover Thanksgiving turkey, but you can also use it with leftover rotisserie chicken, pan-roasted chicken breasts, or Dutch oven pulled chicken. It’s easy to make if you buy puff pastry or have leftover rough puff pastry in the freezer. Read on to…
These Maple Balsamic Brussels Sprouts are an easy side dish you can make in 30 minutes. Serve them tonight with perfectly cooked pan-roasted chicken breasts and some homemade cranberry sauce, or make them part of your favorite grain bowls. Read on to learn all about Brussels sprouts, maple syrup, and balsamic vinegar. Or just grab…
Mastering the art and science of making meatballs and meatloaf is a trick every busy cook should have up their sleeve. That’s because meatballs and meatloaf are fuss-free and guaranteed to satisfy everyone’s taste buds. Plus they work wonders for finicky eaters who cringe at the sight of traditional cuts of meat. So prepare to…
These Blueberry Chocolate Chip Muffins unite two of your favorite muffins in a combination that’s a surprise for your taste buds. Moist and fluffy, with bursts of tangy blueberries and pockets of rich chocolate in every bite, these muffins whip up in under 30 minutes. Blueberry chocolate chip muffins are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or…
These Southwestern black bean burgers are seriously delicious and easy to make! With just a few simple ingredients like black beans, corn, and spices, you can create a burger patty that’s bursting with flavor. Die-hard carnivores won’t ask, “Where’s the beef?” when they try these veggie bean burgers. There’s no mushy bean burger here, and…
This Creamy Lemon Herb Tahini Sauce is a quick and easy, 10-minute, two-step, Middle Eastern-inspired recipe. It’s made with tahini, fresh herbs, garlic, and lemon juice blitzed together in your food processor. Use the lemon herb tahini dressing with your favorite salad. Or make it part of your next Mediterranean meal, whether that’s lamb meatballs…
This Cheesy White Bean Tomato Bake recipe makes an easy, one-pan, 30-minute meal. Bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly and serve with a garlic bread baguette and a side salad for a complete meal. With canned beans, canned tomatoes, and only a little bit of chopping, it doesn’t get much easier than this….
These Roasted Cauliflower Burgers are a flavor-packed veggie burger option for your next burger night. Made with roasted cauliflower, cheddar cheese, raisins, carrots, onions, and quinoa, they’re a delicious meat alternative. Serve your cauliflower burger on a toasted bun with your favorite toppings, or enjoy a cauliflower patty atop rice or a vibrant salad for…
These Ooni Pizza Recipes and pizza-making tips are intended to give you inspiration for your own pizza pie creations. From classic pepperoni to more gourmet pizza recipes, there’s a pizza for everyone. So read on for all the detailed tips and tricks for creating pizza in your Ooni pizza oven. Or just jump down to…
This Basil Pistachio Pesto is an ode to fresh summer flavors. Made in less than 30 minutes using basil leaves, toasted pistachios, fresh garlic, Parmesan, and extra-virgin olive oil, you can use your pesto in a pistachio pesto pasta, as a pizza base, or for an amazing punch to eggs, soups, or sandwiches. Read on…
This Rainbow Salad Bowl with Maple Dijon Dressing makes a colorful and light main course salad. And, even more important for those busy weeknights, composing this rainbow salad can be as quick and simple or as involved as you want. You can also serve this rainbow salad as a side salad for a simple main…
Imagine your favorite Chocolate Chip Banana Bread. Now imagine your favorite chocolate chip banana bread pan-fried in butter. Use your own recipe or follow my super easy banana bread recipe that gets into the oven in 15 minutes. But don’t miss out on a warm, melting chocolatey slice of pan fried banana bread, whether you…
This Blackberry Vodka Sour uses blackberry simple syrup in a classic vodka sour formula for a well-balanced cocktail with bright flavors of lemon and blackberry. But why stop there? Add an egg white, and you’ve got smooth mouthfeel that makes sipping this blackberry sour even easier. Read on to learn all about the formula in…
This Cherry Bakewell cocktail is a dessert cocktail inspired by the flavors in a Cherry Bakewell tart – pastry topped with frangipane (an almond custard) and then a layer of jam. I must warn you that all this deliciousness is dangerous! Read on to learn all about the cocktail ingredients and tips and tricks for…
When you’re a sandwich lover, you know that different types of breads for sandwiches make the whole experience. Pastrami goes on on rye bread. Italian meatballs go on a sub roll. But regardless of whether your sandwich calls for a classic white bread, a hearty whole wheat, a pita pocket, or something more adventurous, making…
These Baked Coconut Panko Chicken Tenders are a great option for weeknight dinners. Kids love dipping baked chicken strips into the honey mustard sauce. You’ll love how the coconut and panko breading stays crisp on these oven-baked chicken tenders. Start to finish, they’re ready in 30 minutes. But that’s just the icing on the proverbial…
These Peanut Butter Waffles with a warm Peanut Butter Syrup are a nutty twist on waffles that make an easy breakfast in under 30 minutes. Whether you’re a peanut butter aficionado or simply looking to change up your breakfast routine, peanut butter and waffles are the perfect way to start your day. Read on for…
This lemon apple curd recipe makes a silky smooth apple curd that’s not too sweet and not too tart. Whether enjoyed straight from the fridge or freezer or used to fill a pastry shell, every bite is a mouthful of memories of rain boots and red-orange maples. This apple curd follows in the footsteps of…
This blackberry strawberry banana smoothie bowl is for those of you looking for a simple, beautiful, fruit-filled breakfast bowl. Or keep it as a blackberry strawberry banana smoothie and drink it on the go. Making smoothies and smoothie bowls isn’t challenging. All you need is a blender.
These Challah Buns are the delightful cousins of my beloved orange raisin challah with a little more fun and whimsy. With their slightly sweet taste and pillowy texture, you can serve these challah rolls with your favorite burgers, sandwiches, soup or salad. Though it takes a bit of time to make this challah bun recipe,…
Mango Pico de Gallo is a sweet and spicy salsa made with diced mangoes, tomatoes, onions, jalapeños, cilantro, and lime juice. It’s easy to make and takes just 30 minutes to create a flavor explosion perfect for topping tacos, grilled meats, or just scooping up with tortilla chips. Read on for all the detailed tips…
Dehydrated Cherry Tomatoes transform your everyday tomatoes into tiny bits of joy, intensely concentrated with flavor. Delight in your oven-dried cherry tomatoes as a snack, a topping for salads, or even to make a pesto. You’ll soon be dehydrating everything, from dried strawberries and dried apple rings to kale waffle chips. It’s easy to preserve…
These Salted Caramel Chip Chocolate Cookies combine a soft and fudgy cookie with salted caramel chips and a sprinkling of flaky sea salt. They’re a perfect balance of sweet and salty, and they’re easy to make with just a touch of chilling time. So read on for all the detailed tips and tricks for these…
These Chocolate Chip Marshmallow Cookie Bars are a twist on traditional s’mores, featuring a buttery graham cracker cookie bar, gooey toasted marshmallows, and melting chocolate chips. They’re the perfect treat to bring back fond campfire memories. So gather your ingredients, grab a glass of milk, and get ready to indulge in a decadent and fun…
These oatmeal blackberry muffins are soft and moist, with big chunks of fresh blackberries and a cupful of cooked oatmeal. The muffins seem almost, well, good for you. Enjoy them for breakfast or a snack with only the tiniest bit of guilt.
These Nutella waffles are a 30 minute recipe that combines a traditional, crisp buttermilk waffle laced with the chocolate hazelnut spread you know and love. Top your Nutella waffles with Nutella, some banana slices, and a drizzle of maple syrup? Now that’s breakfast. So read on to learn all the detailed tips and tricks for…
These Spinach and Feta Muffins are easy to make and come together in well under an hour. Plus they’re packed with spinach, making them a great option if you have picky eaters at home. So read on to learn all the tips and tricks for savory baking with spinach and other greens. Or grab your…
These BBQ Pinto Bean Burgers are everything you want in a veggie burger. They’re flavor-packed with barbecue sauce, garlic, green onions, and cheese. Best of all, these pinto bean veggie burgers are easy to make and sturdy enough to hold all your favorite burger toppings. Because burgers are just a vehicle for your favorite condiments…
This overnight Ooni Pizza Dough recipe is the most reliable, easiest to work, and absolutely delicious pizza dough for all your Ooni pizza recipes. Some people say that toppings make a great pizza. I say that pizza without great pizza dough and pizza sauce isn’t worth eating. Read on for info about the best flour…
This Rainier Cherry Crisp is made with sweet, juicy Rainier cherries and a golden, almond topping. Fruit crisps are easy and require little preparation. So they’re ideal for a weeknight summer dessert or a casual dinner with friends on the patio. This cherry crisp with Rainier cherries is certain to make you fall in love…
This vegetarian eggplant lasagna is for those nights when you have neither the time nor the energy to spend hours in the kitchen, chopping and stirring. The recipe takes all of the components of a vegetarian lasagna – vegetables, tomato sauce, lasagne noodles, and cheese – and quickly builds one layer upon the other. All…
Looking for a delicious and colorful breakfast idea? Look no further than these red velvet beet waffles! Made with puréed beets and cocoa powder, these waffles are a feast for the eyes and a treat for your taste buds. Plus, they’re a great way to sneak extra veggies into your diet! Serve them up with…
This Pasta al Forno, or oven-baked pasta, combines tender eggplant, penne pasta, marinara sauce, and all your favorite cheeses, all baked to perfection without the fussiness of layering. It’s comfort food at its best and a great way to sneak extra veggies into your diet. If you’re into the cheese but the pots and two…
This list of my favorite cookbooks was inspired by Pi day. March 14th, you know, 3.14. Pi? All I can ever remember of the most famous irrational number is 3.1415927 (rounded). What I remember more clearly is the person who sat behind me in multivariable calculus who used to finish his tests early and then…
This Cheesy Kale Bread is a savory quick bread packed with kale and two kinds of cheese, making it the perfect treat for any time of day. Plus, it’s a great way to sneak some extra greens into your diet. The kale and cheddar cheese quick bread recipe was developed for the reddit 52 weeks…
Are you tired of the same old pasta sauce? This sausage ragù is comfort food at its best. Although it takes some time from start to finish, it cooks slowly and with little intervention. So you can make this Italian sausage pasta sauce on a lazy afternoon while you read a book, make a loaf…
