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

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

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

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

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

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

This simple, set-it-and-forget-it Crockpot Chili Cheese Dip is ideal for game days, tailgates, and parties. Serve with tortilla chips, pretzels, or crackers for a crowd-pleasing snack. If you want an easy, flavorful appetizer that can be made ahead and warmed when guests arrive, this Crockpot Chili Cheese Dip fits the bill. It uses basic ingredients … Read more

This tangy, refreshing Citrus Avocado and Mackerel Salad works perfectly as a light summer starter or a nourishing, filling lunch. This post is sponsored by King Oscar | Thank you for supporting the brands I trust. Appetizer? All-out meal? How about both. Tangy quick‑pickled red onions, sweet corn, creamy avocado, crisp cucumber, and buttery lemon … Read more

Sheet Pan Cranberry Chicken Sausage is a flavorful, healthy fall dinner scented with cranberries, apples, and cinnamon. Made on a single sheet pan, it requires minimal prep and delivers maximum flavor. Sheet pan dinners are my go-to: quick to assemble, simple to bake, and a breeze to clean. This Sheet Pan Cranberry Chicken Sausage recipe … Read more