Strawberry Spinach Salad is a bright, quick dish that feels a little special. Sweet strawberries and a tangy poppy-seed dressing elevate tender baby spinach into a salad that works as a light meal or an elegant side. I first served it with grilled chicken on a sunny afternoon, and it has since become a regular … Read more

This simple roasted red pepper sauce is perfect for pasta. Made with roasted vegetables like cauliflower and red peppers, it keeps well in the fridge and is vegan-friendly. This versatile sauce is easy to adapt — swap or change ingredient amounts to create a slightly different flavor every time. It’s rich, creamy, and works beautifully … Read more

Winter squash appears everywhere this season, and with so many varieties to explore it’s easy to fall in love with this hearty vegetable. Below are 15 delicious winter squash recipes to try this year, plus a guide to six popular squash varieties and how to enjoy them. Winter squashes are hearty, nutritious, filling, and incredibly … Read more

There is nothing more inspiring to an Italian cook than wandering through a summer market overflowing with the season’s freshest produce. Italian cuisine depends on high-quality, fresh ingredients, so a local market or vegetable stand—where produce has often been picked that same day—is the ideal place to shop. While I lived in Italy, I spent … Read more

Baked Alaska is a delightful show-stopping dessert with a cake base layered with fresh strawberries, vanilla ice cream and a golden toasted meringue. This easy Baked Alaska recipe uses just a handful of ingredients and simple steps so anyone can make an impressive dessert for family and guests. Baked Alaska Recipe This recipe makes six … Read more

How fun are vintage cocktails!? Sometimes I get a little bored with the classic cosmopolitan or margarita. (But only sometimes, because I really, really, really love margaritas.) If you haven’t heard of the Singapore Sling, don’t worry — your cocktail glossary isn’t incomplete. The sling was created in 1915 at a hotel in Singapore and, … Read more

Looking for fun things for tweens to do this summer? Here are plenty of boredom-busters and summer activities that tweens will actually enjoy. Fun Things for Tweens To Do In The Summer If boredom strikes this summer, try one of these engaging, low-cost activities. These ideas are kid-tested and great for tweens who want to … Read more

There’s no need to start your day with a pile of sugary carbs—this simple Grain-Free Granola delivers crunch, sweetness, and staying power without oats or refined sugar. Naturally sweetened with maple, it’s loaded with fiber, plant protein, and heart-healthy fats for a satisfying breakfast topper or snack that’s cheaper and cleaner than many store-bought oat-free … Read more

There’s something irresistible about a thick slice of soft, moist banana bread — but have you tried those same flavors in cookie form? These Banana Bread Cookies capture all the cozy banana bread notes in a portable, chewy cookie. They use just one ripe banana, making them a perfect way to rescue that last spotted … Read more

Baked chicken nuggets are quick and easy to make, so they’re perfect for dinner when you feel like you have “no time for dinner.” Too often people say they don’t have time for a homemade meal. The truth is that simple, well-planned recipes can be faster and more satisfying than ordering in. My family has … Read more