Update: The winner of the Sam’s Club giveaway is Barbara N. Nice start to a Monday, eh, Barb? Check your email for details. I have a list of foods that are complete kryptonite for me — I have zero self-control around them. Today’s recipe combines seven of those favorites, which makes it about as close … Read more

If you enjoy this Easy, Fast Mak Kimchi recipe, explore other Korean recipes from the same kitchen. For readers familiar with this blog, my affection for kimchi is well documented. Yes, kimchi can be pungent, bubbly, and a touch wild, but the flavor and texture make it utterly worthwhile. If you’re new to kimchi, a … Read more

Disclosure: I developed this recipe as part of my partnership with RiceSelect and SheKnows Comfort food season is here. With November’s cool, gray days and crisp air, it’s the perfect time for warm, familiar desserts. Modern Peaches and Cream Rice Pudding is exactly that: a cozy vanilla rice pudding updated with caramelized bourbon peaches for … Read more

This post is sponsored by PackIt. I developed the recipe for a Western Baked Omelet in partnership with them; all opinions, recipes, and photos are my own. While many families are gearing up for the back-to-school rush, I’ve been enjoying one of the perks of homeschooling: not packing daily school lunches—at least most of the … Read more

If Brillat-Savarin was right when he said, “You are what you eat,” then I may be four-fifths potato by now. I adore potatoes—every day of the week and twice on Sundays. They’re my comfort food. My husband loves them, our children adore them, and that shared affection inspired this recipe for Cheesy Jalapeno Potato Poppers … Read more

Get ready for a flavor bomb: Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza transforms two classic comfort foods into one unforgettable dish. Chewy pizza crust (use a prebaked shell, naan, or pita) is layered with cheesy, fluffy scrambled eggs, rich and creamy sausage gravy, and a scattering of fresh chives for brightness. It’s an easy, satisfying option for … Read more

Easy Meal Plan Week 81 – 11 talented bloggers bring you a full week of recipes, including dinners, side dishes, and desserts! Happy Saturday! Welcome to Easy Meal Plan Week 81, full of simple, satisfying ideas to answer the age-old question: “What’s for dinner?” This week’s lineup includes Sheet Pan Chicken with Green Beans and … Read more

Strawberry vodka captures the bright, fragrant essence of fresh strawberries. This pretty pink infusion is delightful in cocktails, lemonade, desserts, and even fruit salads. There’s a bit of food science behind why alcohol makes such an excellent flavor extractor. Two qualities make alcohol especially effective: Volatility: Alcohol evaporates quickly, carrying aroma molecules to your nose. … Read more

Garlic Parmesan Green Beans are a delicious year-round side, and they shine on an Easter table with crisp-tender beans topped with crunchy, garlicky parmesan breadcrumbs. For me, a vegetable dish is a success if I keep sneaking bites from the pan. These green beans go beyond that—they’re so good you may find the pan empty … Read more

The very first thing to settle is pronunciation: Foo-ree-kah-kay. My boys call it “furry khaki,” because they’re delightfully silly. Regardless of the nickname, furikake is essentially Japan’s salt and pepper. Sprinkle it over bowls of rice, mix it into onigiri, scatter it on noodles or porridge, or top any dish that will sit still long … Read more