If you love pumpkin pie, these Easy Pumpkin Hand Pies are a recipe you’ll make again and again. They capture the familiar warm spices and creamy pumpkin filling of a classic pie, but in a convenient, handheld form. Baked into small round pastries, they’re perfect for on-the-go snacking, parties, or a cozy dessert. Simple to … Read more

When I was a child there was one vegetable I truly despised because it was always served the same way: boiled. Even now, boiled zucchini ranks near the bottom of my list. Whoever first decided to boil zucchini should be sentenced to eat it that way forever. That said, I’m happy to admit I now … Read more

Strawberry Coconut Mojitos are bright, refreshing and lightly tropical. Imagine a classic strawberry mojito with a coconut twist: fresh lime, fragrant mint and coconut rum combined with homemade strawberry syrup for a cocktail that goes down effortlessly. This is one of our favorite cocktails. The strawberry syrup blends with coconut rum and fresh lime to … Read more

Shrimp Cauliflower Fried Rice — a healthier, homemade twist on your favorite takeout classic. Life gets busy and cooking can feel like a chore after a long day. Ordering takeout is easy, but you can make something just as tasty at home in about the same time and with far more nutrition. Because who doesn’t … Read more

These pumpkin scones tackle the common problem of excess moisture in pumpkin puree while delivering the rich, buttery texture that makes my scone recipes so beloved. Nicely spiced, they’re excellent with a brown sugar–cinnamon caramel drizzle or simply sprinkled with turbinado sugar. After years of testing, I finally developed a pumpkin scone I’m proud to … Read more

Welcome back to slow cooker soup week. If you missed the first two recipes, you can find them on the blog. To close out the week I made a soup inspired by one of my favorite comfort foods: chicken pot pie. I love a good pot pie, but making pastry can be time-consuming, so this … Read more

Tater Tot Casserole wasn’t something my mother made when I was growing up. I first tasted it after surgery when my sister-in-law Sue brought a pan over. It was so good I couldn’t believe I’d never tried it before. From that moment on my family asked for it regularly. Every time I make it I … Read more

Light, airy Cherry Almond Cupcakes filled with maraschino cherries and finished with a silky almond buttercream. These Cherry Almond Cupcakes combine the delicate nuttiness of almond with bright cherry flavor for a crowd-pleasing treat. They’re perfect for Valentine’s Day, a special dessert, or anytime you want a pretty, flavorful cupcake. Cherry Cupcakes Cupcakes are portable, … Read more

These Fudgy Flourless Paleo Brownies are perfect when you want something sweet but don’t have time for a complicated recipe. I always aim to make healthier versions of desserts that taste just as good — if not better — than the originals. These paleo brownies are fudgy, moist, and seriously addictive. My mother-in-law can vouch … Read more

A nourishing bowl of superfoods that helps you look and feel radiant — yes, please. This simple recipe for Mediterranean Quinoa Glow Bowls is vibrant, satisfying, and easy to make. This version is vegetarian, though you can easily add cooked chicken or shrimp if you prefer. The recipe serves two, or you can prepare one … Read more