As I walked up from the mailbox a couple of weeks ago I sifted through the usual pile — a bill, some flyers — and then something caught my eye: the cover of the new issue of Whole Living, showing a pan of roasted Brussels sprouts with grapes and walnuts. “That looks good,” I thought, … Read more

I was an unusual kid. Unlike many teenage girls, I disliked babysitting and did it only a few times. Each gig left me with a new story of how unsettling children could be, so it’s surprising I chose to become a parent myself. Once I babysat for a couple who had an infant and planned … Read more

Irresistibly sticky and a deep mahogany brown, this baked honey garlic chicken is meltingly tender and surprisingly easy to make. The aroma while it bakes is irresistible — your kitchen will smell like comfort food in the best way. Baked Honey Garlic Chicken When chicken comes out tender and glazed in a sticky, garlicky honey … Read more

Those potatoes are worth turning on the oven even in oppressive heat and humidity. I did it yesterday and I’ll do it again tonight because they’re that good. These are Crash-Hot Potatoes—made famous by The Pioneer Woman and Jill Dupleix—topped with Gorgonzola, and they come with a little backstory. When I first started blogging in … Read more

You know what saves me when weeks get hectic and I can’t think straight? An easy weekly meal plan. Honestly, having a plan in place prevents me from calling the nearest pizza place every night. It’s back-to-school season for many families, and the calendar is filling up fast. To make life simpler, I’ve teamed up … Read more

Before we go any further, I need you to raise your right hand, put your left hand on an imaginary Bible, and repeat after me: I solemnly promise not to hold Rebecca responsible for the calories I am about to consume when I make this recipe, because I WILL make this recipe. I will not … Read more

Visit our Bread Recipes page for more wonderful homemade bread recipes! I’ve always thought my dad was something special. Over the years he’s been equal parts serious and silly, cautious and adventurous, practical and musical. He’ll sternly remind you to buckle your seatbelt even on closed roads, cheer loudly at hockey games, speak in churches, … Read more

Silky smooth cheese sauce coats bite-sized pasta in this ultra-creamy, flavorful high-protein mac and cheese that delivers an impressive 55 grams of protein per serving. It absolutely does not taste like health food. Grab your blender or food processor and get ready to make a simple, decadent cheese sauce that might become your new go-to … Read more

Honestly, this dessert deserves the title “Why I Almost Quit Being a Dog Owner,” but I’ll begin at the beginning. A good friend (who will remain unnamed because she skipped work to spend an afternoon baking with me) and I spent a few hours making this masterpiece. We made the ladyfingers from scratch. The mascarpone … Read more