I love lettuce wraps, especially as party appetizers. These BLT Salad Bites are a mini BLT salad tucked into baby lettuce leaves — crispy, flavorful, and perfect for passing around at gatherings. I started turning favorite salads and sandwiches into lettuce wraps back in graduate school and still make them often. They’re an easy, clever … Read more

These cherry pie bars offer bright, fruity cherry filling sandwiched between a buttery shortbread base and a crunchy, nutty crumble. They deliver bakery-quality flavor without the fuss of a traditional pie, making them ideal for potlucks, picnics, or casual gatherings. Cherry pie is a classic summertime favorite, but these cherry pie bars are a faster, … Read more

Flour is a cornerstone of baking, yet many of us don’t think about how to store flour long term until we discover an off batch. Using expired or rancid flour affects the flavor and texture of baked goods and can invite insect infestations. Below is a clear guide to flour shelf life, long-term storage methods, … Read more

When it’s cold outside, a simple, cozy dinner makes everything better. Slip into sweatpants, curl up on the couch, and enjoy this easy twist on chicken pot pie. It’s the kind of meal I actually make on busy nights—quick, satisfying, and forgiving when you’re using pantry shortcuts. This Skillet Cheddar-Cornbread BBQ Chicken Pot Pie started … Read more

Some Amsterdam food lovers may already know the Meatless District on Bilderdijkstraat. After the success of their first location, the two women behind this vegan hotspot opened a second restaurant in De Pijp. As a devoted foodie, I attended the opening lunch and returned soon after to try more dishes — and I wasn’t disappointed. … Read more

Craving something intensely chocolatey? This moist chocolate bundt cake topped with a fudgy chocolate peanut butter glaze delivers rich flavor and a tender crumb. If you prefer not to use peanut butter, simply omit it or substitute another nut or seed butter for a different twist. For a bakery-style finish, garnish with mini peanut butter … Read more

Winner winner, chicken dinner! I love BBQ, but just as much I love chicken fried rice. Now that I own a griddle, I decided to make a homemade version. It was my first time preparing it on a griddle, and it turned out fantastic. Table of Contents How to cook rice. Griddle time! Chicken Fried … Read more

This easy Cranberry Fluff Salad is a festive, crowd-pleasing side that doubles as a light dessert. Bright, tangy cranberries combine with sweet pineapple, mini marshmallows, and Cool Whip to create a creamy, fluffy dish that’s perfect for holiday tables. Cranberry Fluff Salad I’ve been sharing lots of cranberry recipes lately, and this Cranberry Fluff is … Read more

One Pot Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta combines seasoned chicken, penne pasta and fresh zucchini in a rich garlic cream sauce and can be ready in about 30 minutes. A few weeks ago I posted an easy one-pot chicken penne pasta made with a store-bought homestyle sauce. That version was a sponsored recipe, but my family … Read more

What’s better than simple homemade cupcakes? Delicious Dairy-Free Lemon Cupcakes! Light and moist with bright lemon flavor, these cupcakes are easy to make and delightfully dairy-free—no one will guess they’re missing anything. Why You Will Love These Simple Lemon Cupcakes Delicious lemon flavor. These light, fluffy dairy-free lemon cupcakes have fresh citrus brightness that stands … Read more