Meet your new favorite weeknight dinner: a cheesy, saucy pizza casserole that’s fast to assemble and easy to customize. This crowd-pleasing one-pan dish captures the flavors of a classic pepperoni pizza in a casserole format—perfect for busy evenings. Assemble it ahead of time and bake when you’re ready for a no-fuss meal on the table … Read more

Quick and easy broccoli salad recipe made with simple ingredients in one bowl in about 15 minutes. This creamy, crunchy salad combines mayonnaise, sour cream, dried cranberries and pecans for a delightful side dish or potluck favorite. This broccoli salad is a regular at family dinners and gatherings because it’s easy to assemble, holds up … Read more

St. John, USVI is one of my favorite destinations for its variety of activities, great food and memorable experiences. Below are five of the most unique ways to enjoy St. John, including a private chef dinner, a day charter to the BVI and more. *Edited December 2017* I recently returned from my second visit to … Read more

Bake Fair for the Holidays! All of the products featured in this holiday giveaway share one important thing: they not only taste wonderful, they also make a real difference for the people who produced them. Every delightful item in this giveaway is Fair Trade Certified, meaning the ingredients behind your favorite holiday treats were sourced … Read more

This Apple Pie à la mode Martini is dessert in a glass. The light fizziness from the cider and club soda gives it an egg-cream-like lift, and the flavor is perfectly suited to crisp autumn evenings. It’s quick to make and easy to turn into a family-friendly mocktail by swapping hard cider for non-alcoholic apple … Read more

Salsa Chicken Rice Skillet is a complete, one‑pan meal made with organic ingredients and ready in under 30 minutes. We recently moved into a slightly larger house in a quiet neighborhood, and now we’re less than five minutes from a Walmart. That convenience makes grabbing quality ingredients quick and easy. I created this simple, affordable … Read more

I’m combining many types of citrus and pairing them with shaved fennel and fresh mint. Then I drizzle everything with a bright citrus vinaigrette infused with vanilla bean. You will love this recipe — refreshing and light, a little ray of sunshine in winter! Citrus, Fennel & Mint Salad — Citrus Vinaigrette with Vanilla Bean … Read more

This pasta sauce is a flexible, comforting way to use up odds and ends from your fridge. I had about half a pound of ground beef left over from another recipe and decided to turn it into a simple ragù with the vegetables I had on hand. The mix of sautéed onion, garlic, carrots and … Read more

Spinach Artichoke Squares put a fresh, low-carb twist on the classic spinach-artichoke dip, baked into an elegant appetizer or a savory brunch dish. They’re easy to prepare ahead, crowd-pleasing, and made from ingredients you likely already have on hand. “This was an easy make-ahead recipe. … I will definitely make this again!” Rather than serving … Read more

Oven Baked Zucchini Sticks are a delicious, healthier alternative to deep-fried snacks. This easy recipe delivers plenty of flavor and a satisfying crunch without the extra fat and calories. Perfect for weeknight dinners, casual gatherings, or snack time, these zucchini sticks are quick to prepare and crowd-pleasing. Zucchini is low in calories and high in … Read more