This easy Butter Bean Dip is a creamy, nutritious spread that makes a lovely hummus alternative. It’s made with canned butter beans (also called lima beans) instead of chickpeas for a smooth, mild-tasting dip that’s ready in minutes. I created this quick recipe when I was craving hummus but didn’t have any chickpeas on hand. … Read more

This Sausage Frittata post is sponsored by FoodSaver®. All opinions, recipes, and photos are my own. Looking for a make-ahead breakfast that’s both hearty and easy to portion for a week of quick mornings? This Sausage Frittata with spring vegetables is ready in about 30 minutes and is perfect for meal prep, feeding a crowd, … Read more

These single layer cakes are quick to prepare yet impressive to serve. Each cake is made from scratch, ideal for entertaining or celebrating a weekday birthday, and every recipe is frosting-free for simple, delicious results. As a busy mama and home baker, I love single layer cakes for their simplicity and reliability. There’s no stacking … Read more

I know it might seem ironic to share a gluten-free brownie recipe after all the jokes and rants I’ve made about disappointing gluten-free brownies in the past. One of the most popular posts on my blog highlights that frustration, so publishing a brownie recipe now feels a little cheeky. But these are not ordinary brownies. … Read more

This Strawberry Cream Cheese Icebox Cake is an easy, no-bake summer dessert that always impresses. It’s a perfect make-ahead treat made with layers of graham crackers, a creamy cream cheese–whipped cream filling, fresh strawberries, and a crunchy strawberry topping. Best of all, it comes together in under 30 minutes and chills into a sliceable, crowd-pleasing … Read more

Grill Cupcakes — Chocolate Cupcakes with Fudge Frosting Moist chocolate cupcakes topped with a thick, fudgy chocolate frosting and decorated to look like a grill. I’m not a professional decorator — in fact, my piping skills are questionable — but you don’t need to be an artist to make these cute, grill-inspired cupcakes. They come … Read more

Out of all the video requests I receive, the most common one is “What I eat in a day.” Those videos are tricky because my meals change constantly—depending on whether I’m working in an office or at home, whether it’s a weekday or weekend, and even the season. Still, I make many of the same … Read more

If you want to improve as an outdoor cook, learning how to grill by feel on the Big Green Egg is essential. Great barbecue is more than timers and charts — it’s about reading the fire, trusting your senses, and responding to what the food is communicating. Many home cooks fixate on thermometers and clocks … Read more

Celebrate fir tip season with a Fir Tip Lemon Drop Martini — a bright, tart, and lightly pine-scented twist on the classic lemon drop. This cocktail highlights fresh lemon flavor while adding a subtle, foresty note from fir tips. Use fir tip vodka and a fir-infused simple syrup for the most authentic result, and finish … Read more

I’ve made this American Flag Fruit Pizza many times for Fourth of July parties and it always disappears quickly. It’s a fast, crowd-pleasing dessert that you can assemble in under 30 minutes using store-bought ingredients. The combination of a soft sugar cookie crust, creamy white frosting, and fresh red and blue berries is bright, festive, … Read more