Update: I accidentally left onions out of the ingredient list and instructions originally. I’ve corrected the recipe — apologies if you printed the earlier version. It still tastes great without onion, but with it the flavors are brighter! We all wish for a “unicorn” recipe: something simple to make that somehow pleases everyone at the … Read more

So how long have I been at this? Five years or so? I think it’s about time I ask YOU what you think! I would be very grateful if you could take a moment to share your thoughts. I’ve created a short, completely confidential survey to learn what you like and what you’d like to … Read more

Easy Meal Plan Week 92 – 10 great bloggers bringing you a full week of recipes including dinner, side dishes, and desserts! Happy Saturday! Easter is tomorrow — do you have plans? This week’s Easy Meal Plan Week 92 is full of tasty, simple options to solve the age-old question: “What’s for dinner?” Take a … Read more

Fragrant, bold, and quick to prepare, this Vietnamese-inspired pork patties salad delivers explosive flavor without feeling heavy. A bright bed of crisp vegetables, fresh herbs, and tender rice noodles contrasts beautifully with savory grilled pork patties for a satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Pork Patties Vietnamese cuisine excels at balancing temperatures and textures—hot … Read more

Looks tasty, doesn’t it? Crisp around the edges with a creamy, salty center, this dish is nourishing, satisfying, and ready in about five minutes from start to finish. Best of all, it costs just $3.42 for four large servings — yes, that includes the garnish. I started out intending to write a short post about … Read more

This savory, spicy sweet potato mash adds bright flavor to any meal. Serve it alongside pork, chicken, in tacos or rice bowls, or enjoy it as a snack — it’s versatile and crowd-pleasing. These mashed spicy roasted sweet potatoes get a lively finish from fresh lime and chopped cilantro or parsley. The recipe is simple, … Read more

It’s National Cereal Day, so celebrate everyone’s favorite snack and easy breakfast with this 10 Minute Creamy Chocolate Icebox Pie — a no-bake dessert that uses Chocolate Cheerios for a crunchy crumb crust. When you need a dessert quickly that still looks and tastes special, this icebox pie delivers. It takes minutes to assemble, requires … Read more

Disclosure: I partnered with Carnival Cruise Lines for this trip. This post is sponsored, but all photos and opinions are my own. I’m completely hooked on cruising. What other vacation lets you explore new places while enjoying excellent service, varied dining, and nonstop entertainment? My husband and I wondered before our Carnival Sunshine voyage last … Read more

In this Watermelon Feta Arugula Salad, peppery arugula is topped with sweet, icy cold watermelon, crunchy pickled red onions, briny crumbled feta, and a concentrated balsamic reduction that tastes almost sweet. It’s the perfect summer salad. This Watermelon Feta Arugula Salad is simply amazing. Bright, refreshing, and balanced—it’s the kind of dish that becomes a … Read more