With layers of chocolate, peanut butter and crisp feuilletine, this Chocolate and Peanut Butter Feuilletine Cake has everything I want for dessert — or breakfast. In my ideal world, chocolate and peanut butter would be essential food groups, and this Chocolate and Peanut Butter Feuilletine Cake would sit proudly on the food pyramid. Let chocolate … Read more

Here is a classic and comforting recipe for funeral potatoes. This cheesy, creamy potato casserole with a crunchy cornflake topping is the ultimate comfort food. Recipes like this one often come from church potlucks and family gatherings, and they’re ideal for feeding a crowd. This hearty casserole—sometimes called party potatoes—travels well for picnics, holidays, and … Read more

Restaurant Style Salsa – made fresh in just minutes! Why this recipe works! Between juggling family life and busy schedules, dining out can feel more stressful than relaxing. We missed the familiar flavors of restaurant salsa, so I set out to recreate a version we love. This quick, fresh salsa captures that bright, tangy taste—only … Read more

This chocolate “dirt” is an ideal finishing touch for dusting cakes and cupcakes. Made from a single, simple ingredient—chocolate chips—it’s quick and effortless to prepare. I recently used this chocolate dust to finish the whipped cream frosting on Banana Cream Pie Cupcakes, and it added a lovely texture and rich chocolate flavor. Chocolate “Dirt” Ingredients … Read more

This Valentine’s Day Lemonade Spritz is the perfect mocktail for two! Made with brown sugar simple syrup and red currants, it’s sweet, a little tart, and festively pink. And because it’s made without alcohol, it’s also fun for kids! In 2025 I worked on several sparkling-water collaborations developing mocktails. Before that, I didn’t pay much … Read more

Sautéed Green Beans and Mushrooms with Parmesan – four ingredients and SO healthy and perfect for weeknights and holidays! A delicious vegetarian, keto and gluten-free side that’s simple, flavorful, and quick to prepare. This recipe uses just a few everyday ingredients and works great for both busy weeknights and holiday meals. Why You’ll Love This … Read more

Did you have a teddy bear as a child? I did. I had several, but one was extra special — an orangish-brown bear whose little red tongue was once replaced with a safety pin. As a child I formed close attachments to my dolls and stuffed animals. They provided years of play and comfort, and … Read more

The 30 top gluten-free coconut water brands profile a wide selection of pure and flavored coconut waters that appeal to health-conscious consumers and people with gluten sensitivities. Coconut water, the clear liquid from young green coconuts, is naturally gluten-free. It offers low calories, abundant electrolytes and essential minerals, and a refreshing alternative to sugary sports … Read more

At first glance, turkey burnt ends sound strange — after all, burnt ends are a Kansas City barbecue staple traditionally made from beef brisket. Over time, creative cooks adapted the technique to pork belly, hot dogs and other proteins. So why not turkey? Burnt ends are less a specific cut and more a method: cook … Read more