Enjoy this comforting, old-fashioned rice pudding made quickly in your Instant Pot. Creamy and fragrant with vanilla and cinnamon, it’s a nostalgic dessert that’s easy to prepare and perfect for cozy nights. One spoonful of this rice pudding brings back memories of Grandma’s kitchen. Using an Instant Pot makes the process faster and mostly hands-off … Read more

Our Cauliflower Potato Salad is a tasty low‑carb twist on the classic summer side. Holidays and warm weather gatherings bring memories of Memorial Day, July 4th, and Labor Day—picnics, potlucks, and reunions where potato salad is a staple. This version replaces potatoes with cauliflower but keeps the familiar creamy, tangy dressing and crunchy mix‑ins for … Read more

This Pumpkin Spice Bundt Cake combines pumpkin puree with warm fall spices—cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg—for a moist, flavorful cake that’s delicious plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or finished with a simple glaze. I prefer cake to pie, so I turned that pumpkin I had on hand into a Pumpkin Spice Bundt Cake for a family … Read more

Congratulations on deciding to go vegan — that’s a wonderful choice for animals, the planet and your health. If you’re unsure where to start, take heart: it can feel overwhelming at first, but many people find the transition easier with a few practical strategies. Here are 12 helpful tips I learned after becoming vegan that … Read more

This Chocolate Cherry Bourbon Slab Pie is baked in a quarter sheet pan and blends a thick cherry filling with a touch of vanilla bourbon and ribbons of dark chocolate, all encased in a homemade all-butter pie crust. It’s rich, balanced, and ideal for a small dinner or office gathering. Table of Contents What is … Read more

The holidays are now behind us, and I enjoyed a wonderful week with a houseful of family. Five energetic grandchildren running around kept the days busy, joyful, and a bit noisy. Every year I bake a large batch of Christmas cookies for everyone to snack on during the season. While I always make our family … Read more

The smoky flavor from the grill, tender rotisserie chicken, melted cheeses and a tangy hot sauce–ranch blend come together in this crowd-pleasing Smoked Buffalo Chicken Dip. It’s easy to make and offers several shortcuts so you can prepare as much or as little as you want in advance. Table of Contents Step 1: Ways to … Read more

Vegetarian French onion soup is a meat-free take on the French classic. Comforting and rich, the soup features sweet, slowly cooked onions in a savory broth, finished with a slice of crusty bread and a blanket of melted cheese — pure comfort in a bowl. What’s in vegetarian French onion soup? This simple, flavorful soup … Read more

Winter is here, and this creamy butternut squash and apple soup is the perfect way to celebrate the season. Smooth coconut milk gives it extra richness while apples add a subtle sweetness and brightness. This vegan, gluten-free recipe uses fewer than ten main ingredients and comes together quickly—making it ideal for busy weeknights or warming … Read more

I’ve had a blast these past three days experimenting with my new KitchenAid Multi Cooker and preparing an Easy 6-Ingredient Slow Cooker Roast Chicken. That single large bird gave us three delicious meals: a comforting dinner the first night, a retro-style Roast Chicken Club Sandwich with bacon and honey mustard the second day, and today’s … Read more