Grandma’s chicken and rice soup is a simple, comforting classic that stays in the memory long after the bowl is empty. This old-fashioned chicken and rice soup uses a whole cooked chicken (or rotisserie/leftover chicken), onions, celery, white rice, butter, and a savory boost from Better Than Bouillon or chicken broth. Each spoonful brings the … Read more

Looking for a tasty, healthy meal? This BBQ Chicken Avocado Tomato Salad brings together juicy, oven-baked BBQ chicken and a bright, crunchy avocado-tomato-corn salad tossed in a light lemon vinaigrette. If you prefer vegetarian or vegan, skip the chicken and add toasted nuts or extra beans for protein. The chicken here is a simple, reliable … Read more

Whether your wedding is weeks, months, or a year away, there’s a lot to plan — and if you want a gluten-free celebration, it helps to start now. Many guests have attended events where finding safe, gluten-free options was difficult or stressful. As the planner, you can change that. With clear choices and a bit … Read more

If you own a slow cooker, you can skip takeout and prepare a simple, flavorful Cashew Chicken at home—healthier and more budget-friendly. Making Cashew Chicken at home lets you control ingredients and avoid additives or unexpected allergens. Ginger adds both flavor and health benefits to this dish. Known for its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, ginger … Read more

This fluffy, buttery Blueberry Cornbread with Cinnamon Honey Butter is studded with fresh berries and works beautifully as an appetizer, breakfast, or side. The simple buttermilk batter bakes in a cast-iron skillet for crisp edges and a golden crust. We’re big fans of cornbread, and this version adds a sweet, fruity twist that’s easy to … Read more

I’ll admit: when I first heard about adding red wine to chocolate cake I was doubtful. After testing this single-layer red wine chocolate cake recipe repeatedly for my cookbook, I changed my mind. The wine doesn’t make the cake taste overly boozy; instead it deepens the chocolate flavor and adds subtle fruity and spicy notes … Read more

California has passed a law banning the sale of tampons, pads, and other menstrual products that contain intentionally added perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) by 2025. Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 2515 into law on September 30, 2024. California becomes the second state to enact this restriction, following Vermont earlier in the year. What … Read more

The Best Way to Start a Charcoal Grill Skip the lighter fluid. The simplest, cleanest method to light charcoal is a chimney starter. It avoids chemical fumes and off-flavors while giving consistent heat for cooking. To use one, crumple a few sheets of newspaper and place them under the chimney, then fill the chimney with … Read more

Soft Pretzels are everything you want from a mall-style pretzel but fresh from your own oven. They’re tender and chewy inside, deeply golden on the outside, and you can have them on the table in about an hour from start to finish. Pin This Recipe The Soft Pretzels I Want On Every Snack Board These … Read more

Summer is a wonderful season for kids: long, warm days filled with outdoor play, ice cream, and freedom. Parents, however, know that summer can also lead to fading academic skills like reading and math. Reading, in particular, supports nearly every other school skill, so it’s important to keep children engaged with books during the break. … Read more