Learn a simple, step-by-step method for painting purple buffalo check plaid on a wooden Easter bunny using painter’s tape. This easy DIY creates a charming plaid Easter decoration perfect for a front door, mantel, or seasonal vignette. Preparing a plaid-painted bunny is a fun, beginner-friendly craft. With a few supplies and basic painting techniques you … Read more

Crisp at the edges and chewy in the center, these chocolate chip butterscotch cookies are simple perfection. They require no chilling and can be ready in under an hour. Semi-sweet chocolate and butterscotch chips pair with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for an irresistible sweet-and-salty balance. What is butterscotch? Butterscotch is closely related to … Read more

This hearts of palm salad features tender spears of hearts of palm set on a bed of buttery Bibb lettuce, accented with sliced radishes, crushed pistachios and crumbled goat cheese. A simple Dijon vinaigrette ties the flavors together for a fresh, bright salad that’s easy to assemble and beautiful to serve. A truly great salad … Read more

Classic Irish soda bread made with white flour and studded with raisins is easy to prepare and full of comforting flavor. If you prefer a whole grain version, try a whole wheat adaptation for a heartier loaf. It’s March, which for many of us means the return of brighter days and celebrations for St. Patrick’s … Read more

Grain-free, naturally sweetened, dairy-free paleo blueberry muffins made easily in a blender. Whip these up quickly to share with your mom for Mother’s Day or any morning gathering. Hey Mom, Happy Mother’s Day! I wasn’t sure what to write this year besides telling you how amazing you are. After three years of Mother’s Day posts … Read more

A Fresh, Colorful Starter for Hot Weather When temperatures rise, a light, refreshing starter beats anything heavy. This salmon and mango tartare meets all the requirements: no cooking, fresh ingredients diced into even pieces, and a short chill in the fridge that brings everything together. The salmon provides a silky richness, the mango brings fragrant … Read more

This one-pan spaghetti puttanesca combines bright tomatoes, salty olives, briny capers, and savory sardines with pasta—all roasted together on a single sheet pan for fast, flavorful weeknight cooking. The idea for this tray-bake came from live cookalongs I began hosting for families in 2020, and it quickly became a favorite for viewers and home cooks … Read more

Everyone loves a good charcuterie board—so why not make one for lunch? This Italian-inspired grown-up Lunchable box brings together a variety of delicious bites: a savory, balanced box loaded with protein, fresh vegetables, and a touch of sweetness. Flavors of Italy shine through with fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes and basil, prosciutto di Parma, roasted red … Read more

Latik Eggnog blends Filipino coconut flavors with the classic American holiday nog. Rich and toasty, this lactose-free drink combines eggs, coconut milk and cream, toasted coconut curds (latik), and dark rum for a festive beverage everyone can enjoy. Serve it right away for a light, airy texture, or refrigerate and age for 2–3 weeks to … Read more

These Cheesy Air-Fryer Scalloped Potatoes are a simple, crowd-pleasing side dish that cooks in about half the time of traditional oven-baked scalloped potatoes. Thinly sliced potatoes are layered with a creamy onion sauce and plenty of cheese, then air-fried until tender and golden. This recipe is perfect for weeknights, holiday dinners, or anytime you want … Read more