Jump to Recipe This pumpkin mousse pie is a lighter, fluffier alternative to traditional pumpkin pie. Cream cheese and pumpkin puree create a rich, spiced base that is folded together with freshly whipped cream for an airy mousse. A crunchy gingersnap crust adds the ideal spicy contrast to the soft filling. What makes this better … Read more
Today I’m partnering with my favorite ice cream brand, Hudsonville Ice Cream, to share an easy recipe for festive Valentine’s Day Ice Cream Sandwiches. Valentine’s Day is coming up — here’s a simple and adorable dessert that will make the holiday sweeter. These heart-shaped ice cream sandwiches are quick to prepare and perfect for sharing. … Read more
There’s nothing more satisfying than a warm, hearty stew—especially in the cooler months. This Brunswick Stew is a well-rounded, flavorful bowl of comfort you’ll want to make all season long. What is Brunswick Stew? Brunswick Stew dates back to the 1800s, and both Brunswick, Georgia and Brunswick County, Virginia claim to be its birthplace. The … Read more
The season brings many good things, and this year is no exception. I was looking forward to election night and I hope everyone got out to vote today — I did, and Frankie did too. This morning I woke with more sinus congestion. I had my flu shot yesterday, though I doubt that’s the reason … Read more
Chicken and Broccoli Meatballs are a family favorite—juicy, flavorful, and packed with vegetables. Enjoy them on their own, over rice, or with noodles for a quick, healthy weeknight dinner the whole family will love. Easy Chicken and Broccoli Meatballs These meatballs take about 10 minutes to prepare and 15–20 minutes to bake, so you can … Read more
A weekly meal plan is a helpful way to organize dinners for your family and simplify evenings. This week’s menu features Balsamic Steak Salad, Easy Steak Bites, Air Fryer Chicken Tenders, Blueberry Cobbler, and more—delicious, approachable meals you can enjoy any night.
These Easy Pistachio Bars are soft sugar-cookie-style bars made with instant pistachio pudding mix for flavor and color, finished with a tangy cream cheese frosting and chopped pistachios. They’re festive, chewy, and simple to prepare. If You Love Pistachios, These Pistachio Bars Are For You! Pistachios are a favorite for many because of their unique, … Read more
Learn how to make pickled vegetables the easy way. Refrigerator pickles are a simple, delicious method to preserve your summer garden bounty and add bright flavor to snacks, tacos, and cheese boards. How to: Quick Pickle Vegetables I recently attended a pickling workshop with Chef Lara Ritchie from Reno’s Nothing to It Cooking School. She … Read more
Throughout my bread challenge I received many requests to make focaccia. I love it plain, but I wanted to try a variation that adds a little more flavor. This recipe is the result: Sa Tê Chili and Cheese Focaccia. A friend recently gifted us a jar of sa tê chili sauce from a Vietnamese supermarket. … Read more
This pink cake features layers of tender pink velvet cake filled and frosted with Swiss meringue buttercream, then finished with festive pink sprinkles. It’s an elegant yet playful dessert that works beautifully for birthdays, baby showers, Valentine’s Day, or any celebration. When I want a show-stopping dessert, I often reach for favorites like black forest … Read more