Printable shopping list If you love classic comfort food, this week’s menu is for you. Our baked mac and cheese is a family favorite and the perfect cozy dinner. What’s on the Menu? These classic, family-friendly dinners are easy to prepare. I often double recipes and freeze a portion for a quick meal later in … Read more

I love fresh summer zucchini and often want to enjoy it in soups, stews and bakes throughout the year. Because zucchini is seasonal, freezing it is an easy way to preserve its flavor and texture so you can use it any time. Below are clear, practical methods for freezing zucchini as slices or grated, with … Read more

These Dark Chocolate Cranberry Cookies are loaded with dark chocolate, dried cranberries, and pecans. Thick and soft, they’re the perfect cookie for fall. Sink your teeth into these decadent Dark Chocolate Cranberry Cookies, where rich dark chocolate meets tart dried cranberries and crunchy pecans. I adapted my best chocolate chip cookie base and added autumn-inspired … Read more

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