I once heard that Chef Joël Robuchon advocated a 2:1 ratio of potatoes to butter by weight for the perfect mashed potatoes. At first it sounded extreme — two pounds of potatoes to one pound of butter — but curiosity won out. One day I’d boiled five pounds of potatoes and discovered I was out … Read more

Weekly Meal Plan — Week 30: Ten talented bloggers bring you a full week of recipes, including dinners, side dishes, and desserts. Bacon Alfredo Pasta Bake – Wishes and Dishes View recipe Honey Garlic Baked Chicken – The Cookie Rookie View recipe Herbs de Provence Pork Chops – Sweet C’s Designs View recipe Slow Cooker … Read more

Visit our Bread Recipes page for more wonderful homemade bread recipes! Soft pretzels are one of those comfort foods I can happily make a meal of. I enjoy them wherever I find them—homemade, airport, mall, or frozen versions all have their place—but my favorite is a simple soft pretzel brushed generously with garlic butter while … Read more

After my Deep-Frying Trilogy, I present a decidedly indulgent treat: S’Mores Brownies. Yes, they’re rich and messy, and that’s the point. These brownies are perfect for a celebration—especially when someone hits a milestone birthday. Today I made them for my baby brother Luke, who turned thirty. He’s still the same kid who bounced basketballs off … Read more

It’s a Pulled Pork Queso Party, and you’re all invited. As a mom of five boys—two teenagers and three who eat like teenagers—I’m often called on to produce large quantities of food on short notice. Teenage boys don’t nibble; they arrive in packs and eat everything in sight. When a group descends for a football … Read more

I enjoy both rich, indulgent dishes and lighter, healthy foods. After the holiday excess, my cravings usually shift toward fresher, lighter fare—think broiled fish rather than a heavy chocolate custard. It’s not about New Year’s resolutions; it’s just how I feel in this season. That doesn’t mean I want bland food. I still want bold, … Read more

It had been a long time since I’d done a proper grocery run. Between work and life, nearly six weeks passed since my last big shop. Thankfully, a well-stocked pantry and freezer kept dinner interesting, and a few happy accidents led to this quick, satisfying meal. I pulled a bag from the freezer thinking it … Read more

  At thirty-eight, I finally started looking forward to breakfast. No joke. For most of my adult life, I rarely wanted to eat before noon unless I was pregnant. That changed when I began taking my fitness routine seriously. Aging hasn’t bothered me much—I’ll take the wrinkles—but I don’t love the way my old habits … Read more

This simple, refreshingly crisp Japanese cabbage salad combines crunchy cabbage, seedless cucumber, scallions, and toasted sesame seeds with a savory, bowl-made dressing. Ready in minutes, it pairs beautifully with chicken, salmon, or grilled fish and makes a lively side or light lunch. Japanese Cabbage Salad This recipe was developed after sampling versions of the same … Read more

Mmmmm. Oranges. I love them dearly. Sometimes a squeeze of fresh orange is enough to brighten a dish, but other times you need something more concentrated and complex. Classic orange liqueur — Grand Marnier being the best-known example — is essentially orange essence married to brandy. A small amount of alcohol can unlock aromatic compounds … Read more