15 Irresistible Easter Desserts the Whole Family Will Love

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The Easter Bunny isn’t the only one with a sweet tooth. These desserts are guaranteed to vanish quickly — faster than a basket of chocolate eggs. From rich, comforting pies to light, bright treats, this collection covers a range of flavors and textures suited to spring gatherings or a cozy afternoon at home. Each recipe … Read more

Cherry Dr Pepper Glazed Grilled Chicken Recipe

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This grilled chicken recipe delivers bold summer flavor with a sweet-and-tangy twist. Juicy chicken is grilled to perfection and finished with a homemade Cherry Dr Pepper BBQ sauce—rich, sticky, and full of fruity, smoky goodness. If you’re new here, you might not know I have a soft spot for Dr Pepper—especially Cherry Dr Pepper. After … Read more

Maple Dijon Vinaigrette Recipe — Sweet and Tangy Salad Dressing

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Our go-to sauce for autumn is this Maple Dijon Dressing. Sweet and tangy, it complements everything from kale salad to roast chicken, and it’s incredibly simple and versatile. This dressing is perfect for the shift from summer to fall, and its flavor is so good you’ll reach for it year-round. We live in Vermont, where … Read more

Moist Blueberry Bran Muffins with Honey and Cinnamon

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Recipe Overview Why you’ll love it: Blueberry bran muffins make a wholesome breakfast, snack, or lunchbox treat. They’re simple to bake, freeze well, and cost less than store-bought muffins. How long it takes: 30 minutes Equipment you’ll need: muffin tins, mixing bowls, oven Servings: 12 muffins These blueberry bran muffins combine whole wheat flour and … Read more

Cookie Dough Frosting Recipe: Scoopable No-Bake Cake Frosting

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I’ve been tagged a few times to list five things people don’t know about me. I usually resist these tags, but with Valentine’s Day approaching I thought it would be a nice chance for us to get to know each other a bit better. 5 Things You Probably Don’t Know About Me 1) I have … Read more

18 Show-Stopping New Year’s Eve Desserts to Impress Guests

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Ring in the New Year with a selection of tempting, easy-to-make desserts—from chocolate and cheesecake to strawberries, cherries, brownies, and cookies. Here are 18 Impressive New Year’s Eve Desserts to make your celebration delicious and memorable. Ready to impress your guests? Celebrate the season with these crowd-pleasing New Year’s Eve dessert ideas that are simple … Read more

Crispy Italian Anise Cookies (Biscotti All’Anice)

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These Italian anise cookies are a holiday favorite: tender, lightly licorice-flavored cookies topped with a sweet glaze and colorful sprinkles. This recipe yields a large batch, making it ideal for cookie exchanges, edible gifts, or bringing to holiday gatherings and family get-togethers. While cleaning out a closet recently I found my daughter’s 4th Grade Heritage … Read more

Out of the Kitchen: November 2014 Food & Lifestyle Highlights

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We’re back with another Out of the Kitchen update! Here’s what we were up to in November. I grabbed an aerial shot of Oreo crumbs in the food processor — a perfectly normal part of recipe testing. 🙂 On Saturday night we went black-light bowling. I beat Ryan by a few points, so the loser … Read more

Fresh Pico de Gallo Recipe: Authentic Mexican Salsa Guide

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Learn how to make Pico de Gallo with this quick and easy recipe! It only takes about 10 minutes, uses 7 simple ingredients, and tastes bright and fresh every time. A few weeks ago I asked on Instagram which Mexican recipes you wanted to see, and countless messages came back asking for one thing in … Read more

Creamy Pineapple Milkshake Recipe You’ll Love

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A sweet, creamy, and tropical Pineapple Milkshake is a delightful way to enjoy fresh fruit combined with ice cream. Serve in stemmed or hurricane glasses to give these milkshakes a beachy, vacation-style presentation. This recipe is naturally gluten-free and nut-free, and it can easily be made dairy-free with simple substitutions. Pineapple is one of our … Read more