I love potatoes in nearly every form—mashed, fried, baked, roasted, grilled and especially grated into hash browns. There’s something irresistible about the contrast between crisp edges and a tender, fluffy interior. Proper hash browns deliver that texture in every bite. One important truth about potatoes: they need fat. I don’t do “skinny” potatoes. A good … Read more

I’m a true pickle enthusiast. Each summer I put up dozens of jars of garlic dill pickles and a variety of other preserved delights: bread-and-butter pickles, dilly green beans, relishes, and sweet-and-spicy pickled carrots. I also make fresh-style pickles that never see a canner, like my Claussen knock-off pickles. Those fresh pickles are different from … Read more

Welcome to the week leading up to the Super Bowl. I won’t pretend to be a die-hard football fan — for me the real excitement is the food. If the Super Bowl existed only as an excuse to eat, I’d be all in. To celebrate, I’m sharing a lineup of hearty, snackable recipes for Dude … Read more

3-Ingredient Pesto Vinaigrette is the simplest, quickest way to add big, satisfying flavor to a salad. Originally created to save time on hot days, this garlicky basil dressing is now a staple in my kitchen. When the weather is scorching, the last thing I want is to heat up the kitchen or eat something heavy. … Read more

Check out all of our wonderful Sweet Potato Recipes here! I’m a salad lover — and by that I mean I prefer big, satisfying salads loaded with interesting toppings. I’m not a fan of tiny side salads; I want a bowl full of flavors and textures. Lately my favorite topping has been Sweet Potato Croutons. … Read more

Time for a little Tasty Penance: I’m offering a healthier recipe that still satisfies cookie cravings. These Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Energy Bars taste remarkably like traditional oatmeal raisin cookies but are made from wholesome ingredients: dates, raisins, almonds, oats, cinnamon, vanilla and a pinch of salt. Think of them as a homemade, budget-friendly alternative to … Read more

I love beautiful things and the joy they bring. When beauty is paired with purpose, it feels even more meaningful. That’s exactly how I felt when I discovered Nena & Co., a brand that blends striking Guatemalan textiles with thoughtful design and a commitment to community. Nena & Co. was founded by Alejandra Hynek to … Read more

As part of the Captain Morgan Spice Up the Holidays contest, I was asked to create three party-ready recipes—a cocktail, an appetizer, and a dessert—highlighting either Captain Morgan’s Original Spiced Rum or their Black Spiced Rum. For the appetizer, I went straight for bold flavor: jerk chicken. Jerk chicken is a hallmark of Jamaican cuisine, … Read more

A spiral hot dog increases the amount of crispy, charred surface you get when grilling, making it a superior choice for char-grilled hot dogs. The spiral cuts create ridges that hold mustard, ketchup, relish, and onions so toppings cling to every bite. Spiral-cutting a hot dog looks fussy at first, but once you have your … Read more