This quick and easy creamy white bean soup is comforting, flavorful, and simple to prepare. The ingredients are straightforward, but the finished soup has a surprisingly complex, savory profile. I like to serve it with warm Southern skillet cornbread. This soup contains no cream. A few years ago I adapted a fast, creamy white bean … Read more

If you love the flavors of chicken pot pie but want something faster and less fussy, this chicken pot pie soup with biscuits is the perfect solution. All the classic ingredients—tender chicken, carrots, potatoes, peas, corn and savory herbs—come together in a creamy broth. The optional homemade buttermilk biscuits stand in for the crust so … Read more

I love quick dinners, and this Paleo and Whole30 creamy lemon shrimp is exactly that. Bright lemon flavor and a silky, dairy-free sauce make it a perfect easy meal for warm evenings. This recipe uses just a few simple ingredients and comes together fast. Shrimp cooks very quickly, and I served the sauce over zucchini … Read more

Pumpkin fritters make a quick, tasty meatless meal the whole family will enjoy. These fall-ready fritters combine pumpkin and feta for a flavorful bite and come together in under 30 minutes. Serve them for breakfast with avocado and a fried or poached egg, or enjoy them as an easy dinner with a simple salad or … Read more

Please take a moment to appreciate how beautiful Zarda is in all its glory. The colours, the scattering of nuts and jewel-toned raisins, the glossy texture — it’s a feast for the eyes. And that’s before I even mention how comforting a plate of warm Zarda feels after a spicy meal, or when eaten alongside … Read more

I spent nearly seven weeks in Malaysia — more time than I expected — and I miss it a great deal. The country surprised me in many pleasant ways: its people, food and landscapes often left me intrigued and wanting more. After an intense spell in Hong Kong, I wanted a calmer place to linger … Read more

Well, tomorrow is Taste and Tell’s sixth birthday, and we’re wrapping up a week of celebration today. It’s been a joy to celebrate with giveaways and share a little bit of what I love most — cooking and baking. Six years ago I posted my first recipe and nervously emailed friends and family to check … Read more

This baked one-pan tortellini lasagna is quick, simple, and ready in about 30 minutes. Saucy and cheesy with hearty ground beef and tender tortellini, it delivers all the comforting flavor of lasagna without the time-consuming layering. It makes a perfect weeknight meal the whole family will enjoy. Bookmark this tortellini casserole recipe — it’s an … Read more

If you want to be the hero of your next game-day gathering, try these easy, crowd-pleasing appetizers from Hey Grill Hey. Each recipe delivers bold flavor and simple preparation, so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the game with friends and family. Top 5 Game Day Appetizers Great football … Read more

This quick and easy skillet taco meat recipe uses just a few simple ingredients and works beautifully in tacos, quesadillas, burritos, taco bowls, and more. Instant Pot and Crock Pot notes are included as convenient “dump-and-go” alternatives that require no browning. How to Make Easy Taco Meat A large 12″ cast iron skillet is ideal, … Read more