I made these for a holiday cookie exchange we hosted with close friends, and they were a big hit. As soon as my husband mentioned that I’d baked them, the other husbands ran upstairs to grab a few. It was sweet to hear people compliment the recipes from my food blog — several friends said they make my recipes regularly and that their families enjoy them. I always love getting feedback and learning which recipes people make most often.
Easter is just four weeks away, and many of us are getting ready to dye hard‑boiled eggs. There’s a simple trick to making them peel easily: baking soda. Adding baking soda to the cooking water raises its pH, which reduces the tendency of the egg white (albumen) to cling to the shell. That said, you … Read more
This Monte Cristo Pull Apart Bread is loaded with savory ham and turkey and plenty of melty Swiss cheese. Topped with a light dusting of powdered sugar and served with raspberry preserves, it’s a crowd-pleaser for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, or as an appetizer. *This recipe was developed using Rhodes Bake-N-Serv. Thank you to the … Read more
These easy no bake cookies are a timeless favorite. Peanut butter, cocoa, and oats combine for chewy, fudgy cookies that are quick to make and ideal for warm weather. Easy No Bake Cookies No-bake cookies, often called no bakes, are a nostalgic treat for many. They’re especially beloved in summer when turning on the oven … Read more
This Almond Poppy Seed Bread recipe has a sweet almond flavor inside and out, and is perfectly moist and delicious. I’m excited to share this Almond Poppy Seed Bread — a homemade loaf with the same picture-perfect look and flavor you might find at a bakery. It’s moist, lightly sweet, and full of almond flavor … Read more
Some nights call for an easy, no-fuss dinner. This recipe was assembled on a whim from ingredients I had on hand, and it quickly became a favorite for busy evenings. The meatballs turned out moist with a delightful balance of sweet and tangy flavors. They’re simple to prepare and make a great “semi-homemade” meal when … Read more
Homemade Cranberry Orange Muffins made with plump fresh cranberries, bright orange juice and zest, finished with a tangy orange glaze. Cranberry Orange Muffins are one of my favorites. Working in a bakery taught me how powerful real orange flavor can be when you use concentrated orange bits, but at home you can still get an … Read more
Smooth coconut ice cream, a tangy squeeze of lime, and fizzy Coca-Cola combine to make an irresistible ice cream-soda float. If you enjoy this treat, you might also like fluffy soda. Meet your new favorite soda float: Dirty Coke Floats. Inspired by the popular “dirty diet coke” trend, this version pairs creamy coconut ice cream … Read more
Strawberry Fluff is a simple, four-ingredient recipe that takes about five minutes to prepare. This creamy strawberry jello salad, made with fresh strawberries, is a no-bake dessert or a sweet side dish perfect for potlucks, picnics, or BBQs. Jello Salad Jello fruit salads are a nostalgic potluck favorite—often treated like a dessert but served alongside … Read more
I’ll share the technique for making the crispiest homemade Chicken Cordon Bleu you’ve ever had. The crisp exterior and juicy interior come from method more than magic—pan-searing followed by oven finishing produces a golden crust without deep-frying. This preparation yields chicken that’s satisfyingly crisp but not overly greasy. It’s rich enough to create a crunchy … Read more
