SONY DSC What a week. I’ve felt like I’ve been sprinting from one small emergency to the next in shoes that weren’t meant for it. Some things got sorted, others kept spreading, and a few problems I accidentally made worse. On top of that I spent about three hours a day live on the radio, … Read more

These flourless peanut butter banana chocolate muffins are rich and decadent, and you’d never know they’re naturally sweetened with banana and a touch of honey. They contain no oil or butter, are naturally gluten-free, and can be dairy-free if you use almond milk. I’ve made these muffins many times and they’ve become one of my … Read more

Save those leafy greens and turn them into a bright, flavorful Carrot Top Chimichurri. This South American–inspired sauce is vibrant, herb-forward, and perfect for spooning over meats, fish, or roasted vegetables. Other green sauces to try: Authentic Chimichurri Sauce and Arugula Basil Pesto with Pecans. Mix up your Chimichurri with Carrot Tops! This spring I’ve … Read more

This is a sponsored post on behalf of Pfizer Consumer Healthcare. All thoughts remain my own. Over the past few years, I’ve noticed a running joke among extended family members that my children are always sick. The truth is we’ve had a fairly healthy school year, with only a couple of rough patches around the … Read more

These Oreo brownies are a simple, delicious way to upgrade a boxed brownie mix into a decadent dessert. Expect rich, fudgy chocolate with crunchy Oreo cookies folded into every bite. This recipe is fast, reliable, and perfect when you want store-bought convenience with homemade appeal. If you enjoy Oreo desserts, try other Oreo-inspired treats or … Read more

Welcome to our first kids sewing project featuring a simple, fun headband you can make with basic supplies. My daughter Bella and I chose projects that leaned a bit girly at first, but this headband is completely unisex depending on the fabric you pick. After Bella finished hers she pointed out that with a different … Read more

If you love smoked beef ribs, this Smoked Beef Rib Burrito is a must-try. Tender, smoky beef wrapped with rice, beans, cheese and a bright salsa verde creates a satisfying, flavorful meal that works for dinner, gatherings, or turning leftovers into something exciting. The recipe is flexible—use store-bought components where you like or make everything … Read more

If you love mushrooms, this creamy Mushroom Marsala Sauce could easily become your go-to homemade sauce. It’s rich, silky, and loaded with meaty mushrooms, garlic, shallot, and fragrant herbs. The Marsala wine gives the sauce its signature depth and savory-sweet balance, making it perfect for spooning over rice, pasta, mashed potatoes, chicken, pork, or steak. … Read more

This lamb rub seasoning mix is an all-purpose dry rub that brings balanced salty, smoky, and herb-forward notes to any lamb dish. Use it on grilled lamb chops, roasted leg of lamb, lamb shoulder, or even on beef, chicken, pork, fish, and shellfish. It’s quick to mix, stores well, and elevates simple cuts of meat … Read more

Homemade Chocolate “Magic Shell” — Easy 2-Ingredient Ice Cream Topping This simple, two-ingredient homemade chocolate “magic shell” is a quick and delicious way to dress up ice cream, frozen yogurt, or other chilled desserts. It hardens almost instantly when poured over cold surfaces, creating a satisfying crunchy chocolate shell. The recipe requires only chocolate chips … Read more