Chewy, easy, and ready without chilling—these double chocolate oatmeal cookies combine a chocolate-oatmeal cookie base with plenty of chocolate chips for a deeply chocolatey, satisfying treat. WHY YOU’LL LOVE THEM Perfect texture. Chewy centers with slightly crisp edges give these cookies an ideal bite. No dough chilling required. The dough comes together quickly and bakes … Read more

Clear fruit glaze—often called apricot glaze or fruit tart glaze—is a simple, glossy finish for fruit tarts, dessert pizzas, fruit flans, cheesecakes, and other baked goods. This easy recipe shows how to make a light, transparent glaze that protects fruit, preserves its color, and gives your pastry a bakery-style shine. Fruit tart glaze recipe This … Read more

This is more of a quick tip than a full recipe, but it’s my favorite way to make bacon. If you haven’t tried baking bacon in the oven yet, give it a go — it’s simple, easy to clean up, and yields consistently great results. Here’s one small trick before we start: running bacon briefly … Read more

Orzo with Sun Dried Tomatoes and Spinach is a simple one‑pot meal that comes together in about 20 minutes — perfect for busy weeknights when you want something fast, flavorful, and satisfying. If you enjoy quick Mediterranean‑inspired dishes, this orzo recipe is packed with bright, savory flavors and requires only a handful of ingredients. It’s … Read more

Love the classic Caprese salad? This version features chicken breasts spread with basil pesto, topped with fresh mozzarella, and baked alongside cherry tomatoes—a perfect, flavorful summer dinner. If you’d like to serve this with pasta, consider pairing it with homemade tagliatelle for a truly satisfying meal. This is one of those mostly hands-off recipes I … Read more

Instant Pot Chicken Barley Soup is a rich, creamy Instant Pot soup that quickly became a favorite. Cubed chicken simmers in a flavorful broth with carrots, celery, onion and garlic, and a blend of herbs gives this homemade soup its savory depth. Homemade Creamy Chicken and Barley Soup This soup is perfect for lunches or … Read more

The sister of the famous chicken dish: coq au vin blanc. Bright, fresh flavors and incredibly tasty. The added herbs and vegetables give it depth and character. This recipe is a lighter variation of the classic coq au vin, using white wine instead of red. I add bacon, pearl onions, sun-dried tomatoes and a touch … Read more

Make your own great-tasting peppermint bark—in the microwave! For the past several years I’ve taught a class called Gifts From the Kitchen. It’s always a lot of fun, and many people return year after year as we prepare different homemade treats. One favorite we made recently is a simple marbled peppermint bark that’s quick enough … Read more

Have you ever heard of a “cutting garden”? I hadn’t until recently. As someone who loves gardens and country-style flowers, I quickly fell in love with the idea and thought you might enjoy learning about it too. I’m fairly new to cutting gardens myself, but below I’ll introduce the concept and share 10 cut flowers … Read more