Store-bought roasted red bell peppers can be expensive, and even fresh red bell peppers often carry a premium price. Roasting red peppers at home is simple, economical, and yields a superior flavor. With just a toaster oven, a Ziploc bag, and a sink, you can prepare beautifully roasted red peppers ready for pasta, pizza, sandwiches, … Read more

If you grew up eating Chinese food, you’ve likely had Chinese broccoli with oyster sauce—at dim sum, alongside a steaming bowl of rice, or as a simple home-cooked vegetable your parent made without measuring and somehow always got right. This dish is nostalgia and simplicity in one: a quick, flavorful green side that complements stir-fries, … Read more

A fun, new way to enjoy thin-crust pizza—my favorite style—is with these Wonton Pizza Rolls. They’re crispy, a little spicy if you like, and perfect for dipping. Wonton Pizza Rolls What’s your favorite way to eat pizza? As a child I loved square pizza at school, but over the years my tastes have shifted toward … Read more

This copycat Outback Bread offers the same soft interior and gently sweet flavor that makes the restaurant loaves so memorable. A blend of honey, molasses and a touch of cocoa creates the signature taste and deep brown color. These small, tender loaves are ideal alongside soup, salad or a comforting pasta dinner. There is something … Read more

This gluten-free peanut butter pasta with chicken is a simple, satisfying weeknight dinner the whole family can enjoy. Peanut butter and chicken may sound like an unusual pairing, but the combination of savory chicken, creamy peanut sauce, and tender rice spaghetti creates a dish that’s comforting, flavorful, and quick to prepare. I’ve made this recipe … Read more

Blueberry Cheesecake Cookies – an easy cookie recipe featuring a chewy cookie base, a smooth cheesecake filling, and a sweet blueberry compote. These Blueberry Cheesecake Cookies pair tender, chewy cookie dough with a creamy cheesecake center and a bright, homemade blueberry compote. The contrast of the mild cream cheese filling and the vibrant fruit makes … Read more

No-Knead Mini Loaves are crusty on the outside, soft on the inside, and made with just four simple ingredients. This batch makes enough dough for five small artisan-style loaves—perfect for sharing or keeping a few in the refrigerator to bake fresh bread whenever you like. I discovered this no-knead dough some time ago and love … Read more

Looking for ways to use up your sourdough discard? This easy biscuit recipe is perfect for quick breakfasts or brunches of any size. The biscuits bake up light and flaky, with a tender crumb that pairs wonderfully with butter, jam, or a drizzle of syrup. Making biscuits with sourdough discard adds subtle tang and depth … Read more

This balanced, flexible weekly meal plan offers easy ideas for breakfast, lunch, and dinner to help you and your family eat well throughout the week. I’ve created this weekly meal plan to make it simple to put healthy, satisfying meals on the table every day. The plan is intentionally flexible: swap in your favorite healthy … Read more

This is the best vegan pasta salad for summer picnics and barbecues. It’s easy to make, full of flavor, and the ideal side dish for any outdoor meal. Guests often tell me it’s their favorite pasta salad—it’s a reliable crowd-pleaser. If you’re not normally excited by salads, this one might convert you. Roasted vegetables and … Read more