Photos for this recipe are from Erin Hungsberg (IG: erin_hungsberg) Jump to Recipe·Print Recipe These loaded baked beans are hearty, flavorful, and built to impress. Packed with ground beef, smoked sausage, crispy bacon, onions, and bell peppers, they make a substantial side that can easily stand in as a main. Everything comes together in one … Read more
Healthy muffins make for super easy breakfasts all year long. While my Pinterest-viral All-Bran muffins are a staple, this apple carrot muffin recipe is rapidly becoming a favorite in our house. You’ll likely want to bake more than one batch at a time. Busy families need a simple, nutritious muffin recipe—and this one fits the … Read more
During our recent cruise on the Carnival Sunshine, we booked a Carnival Cloud 9 Spa room and I’m excited to share a full tour and honest review of our experience. This was our first time staying in a spa-level stateroom, and we were curious whether the upgrade was worth it. We booked late and the … Read more
Taco Mac and Cheese combines two favorite comfort foods into one satisfying dish. Below is an easy oven-baked mac and cheese recipe with taco-style toppings for a fun weeknight meal. My family loves both tacos and mac and cheese, so putting them together felt like a no-brainer. The result is creamy, cheesy macaroni topped with … Read more
My favorite tips and tricks for building the perfect cheese board with your favorite charcuterie — simple, beautiful and ready in minutes. Ideal for everyday entertaining. Cheese boards are one of my go-to entertaining tools. I love charcuterie and assemble boards whenever we have guests or visit wineries. They’re visually appealing, offer a variety of … Read more
Bourbon Apple Cider is the perfect drink for embracing the best of fall. Simple to make and delightful to sip, it pairs the warm depth of bourbon with the bright, tart-sweet flavor of fresh apple cider. This autumn in New York has been especially lovely—crisp days and brilliant foliage—and for anyone who loves the season, … Read more
A lamb loin roast is a tasty, quicker alternative to a traditional roast. Stuffing the loin with herbs, nuts and mustard adds bright flavour and texture while keeping the meat tender and juicy. Read on for a simple, reliable method to make a pistachio- and herb-stuffed lamb loin. 🥘 Ingredients To make this dish you … Read more
This Buffalo Chicken Thigh recipe is flavorful, flexible, and a fast way to elevate a simple chicken dinner. Easy Buffalo Chicken Thighs Season, sear, toss in sauce, and serve — it’s that simple. This stovetop method transforms boneless chicken thighs into juicy, bold-tasting bites in minutes. If you love classic buffalo wings, you’ll appreciate how … Read more
Time to upgrade the ramen in your pantry—this isn’t the instant ramen you remember from college. Skip the seasoning packet and make a simple, flavorful sesame garlic sauce with pantry staples. Garlic Sesame Ramen Noodles for Two is quick, satisfying, and perfect for a fast weeknight meal. What you’ll need for Garlic Sesame Ramen Noodles … Read more
These Chocolate Chip Energy Bites are an ideal snack for kids—full of slow-releasing carbs from oats and protein from peanut butter and flaxseed. They even look a bit like healthy cake pops. Today my fussy eater started school full time after a few weeks of half days, and like any parent I’m curious whether she … Read more