I’m always looking for fresh ideas to serve at our wine tasting evenings in Umbria. I get bored repeating the same dishes and enjoy experimenting with new recipes. Recently my husband and I ate at Villa Selva, a lovely country house close to our farmhouse that offers excellent meals. One of the appetizers they served … Read more

Hello, friends! I’m popping in to share a few things I’ve been loving lately. I’d love to hear what you’re enjoying these days in the comments. Things I’m Loving Lately 1) Festive fun! We put our Christmas tree up earlier than ever this year — the weekend after Thanksgiving — because my daughter, Riese, asked. … Read more

This gluten-free lemon cake, bright with citrus flavor, is perfect for spring — a simple, crowd-pleasing gluten-free dessert. I’ve been enjoying my homemade gluten-free cake mix lately. Although Gabriel and I are trying to limit our sugar, we often bring desserts to potlucks and get-togethers, so having a reliable gluten-free cake recipe on hand is … Read more

This tender, flavorful Herb Mustard Crusted Roast Beef is an elegant yet simple option for Sunday dinner, entertaining, or special holiday meals. Give a classic roast beef a bright, herbaceous crust by combining fresh herbs and hot mustard. Serve it with a creamy herb sauce, a tangy gorgonzola cream, or a rich mushroom cream sauce … Read more

Country Fried Steak, also called chicken-fried steak, is a Southern comfort-food favorite that’s simple to make at home. Tenderized round steak (or pre-cut cube steak) is dredged in seasoned flour, dipped in an egg-and-buttermilk wash, then fried until golden and crispy. The pan drippings are turned into a rich, creamy milk gravy to smother the … Read more

  Strawberry Banana Fudge Pops are a creamy, fudgy frozen treat combining strawberry, banana and chocolate flavors. These pops are grain-free, vegetarian and paleo-friendly, with an easy lower-carb option. They’re dairy-free and simple to make, perfect for hot summer days or a healthier between-meal snack. My kids loved these—soft, fudgy and refreshing. They freeze well … Read more

🎃🍫🍁 This Mini Pumpkin Loaf Recipe yields tender, moist mini loaves studded with melty chocolate chips. These easy, flavorful loaves are wonderfully soft, accidentally vegan, make charming gifts, and freeze well. Mini Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread Loaves Ideal for autumn baking, these mini pumpkin chocolate chip loaves are quick to prepare and require no mixer. … Read more

A playful savory twist on the classic Linzer cookie — flaky, cheesy shortbread sandwiched with vibrant tomato jam. These Shortbread Linzer Thins look impressive and are fun to make To prepare the shortbread thins: roll the dough 1/8 inch thin and cut rounds. On half of the rounds, cut a small hole in the center. … Read more

  One of my favorite things about summer is enjoying milkshakes whenever the mood strikes. I love experimenting with new flavors, and while the classic creamy mango milkshake holds a special nostalgic place for me, I also have two other summer shakes that are now part of my seasonal routine. These three milkshakes are creamy, … Read more

This Peach and Plum Summer Salad is light, refreshing, and a delicious way to celebrate some of summer’s best fruit. With summer in full swing, ripe stone fruits are at their peak. This peach and plum summer salad showcases those juicy flavors in a simple, elegant way. Peach and Plum Summer Salad This salad highlights … Read more