Life has been hectic lately, so I haven’t posted as often as I’d like. My goal this week is to share more than one update, starting with a favorite Thanksgiving variation: gingerbread cupcakes filled with pumpkin pudding and topped with cream cheese frosting. If you remember my Pumpkin Gingerbread Trifle from a previous … Read more

There wasn’t much mischief on Tuesday. Now, at 10 p.m., I’m looking at Wednesday, then Thursday, and a school workday on Friday. I need that workday — I fell behind on papers and filing while I was out sick. I feel like I’m treading water, which doesn’t help the daily headaches. My hip aches too; … Read more

For a cozy, satisfying dinner that warms you from the inside out, try this classic Mexican chili pie. It’s simple to prepare, packed with flavor, and a hit with both kids and adults—perfect if you enjoy taco-style casseroles. Known by some as Mexican pie, this hearty chili pie combines seasoned ground beef, beans, cornbread, and … Read more

BBQ Chicken Roll Ups are a quick, make-ahead appetizer that’s perfect for a crowd. They’re ideal for Sunday night football or the Super Bowl, but these cheesy chicken, BBQ sauce and tortilla pinwheels also work great for lunchboxes or any casual gathering. How to Make the Best BBQ Chicken Roll Ups: This recipe needs only … Read more

These Vegan Cereal Donuts w/ Strawberry Icing are the perfect healthy, vegan sweet treat! Made with whole food, plant-based ingredients. This post was created in collaboration with One Degree Organics. All opinions are my own. These Vegan Cereal Donuts were inspired by a recent trip to a donut shop in West Hartford, CT. They served … Read more

There’s something unmistakable about a thick, juicy ribeye seared over high heat—especially when grilled on an XL Big Green Egg or any quality charcoal or gas grill. This recipe for the Perfect Grilled Ribeye Steak aims to deliver that steakhouse experience at home with minimal fuss. Using simple ingredients and a two-zone grilling method (hot … Read more

Super-juicy lemon pepper chicken baked in individual foil packets with fresh asparagus and rosemary. This quick, easy meal steams in the oven, combining chicken and vegetables into a flavorful, tender dinner ready in about 30 minutes. Recipe Timeline Add seasoned chicken, asparagus spears, a rosemary sprig, and a lemon slice to each foil packet (about … Read more

The Botanist gin cocktail uses blackberry jam to create a beautifully vibrant and delicious drink. This has been an exceptional season for blackberries — I’ve never seen so many. I’ve been picking them by the bagful and most end up turned into jam. That jam has found its way into cakes and, naturally, cocktails. Blackberries … Read more

**This was my original burger bun recipe. I have a new and improved gluten-free burger bun recipe here. Summertime is for juicy burgers and soft, flavorful buns. These gluten-free brioche burger buns are made with Caputo Fioreglut gluten-free flour and deliver a light, tender crumb that complements grilled patties perfectly. Rich with butter and eggs, … Read more