These Browned Butter Banana Bread Bars are a delightful twist on classic banana bread. They bake up with a tender, moist crumb and are finished with a rich, nutty browned-butter frosting. Perfect for using overripe bananas, these bars make a great snack or simple dessert to share. Why these Browned Butter Banana Bread Bars If … Read more

This healthy strawberry shortcake may become your go-to summer dessert! This gluten-free strawberry shortcake is dairy-free and works well for 21 Day Fix and Weight Watchers plans. Read on for container counts and tips. I’m seriously excited about this recipe. It’s one of those non-chocolate desserts I can’t stop eating—light, tender, and full of fresh … Read more

This Yogurt Plum Cake combines a soft, fluffy vanilla sponge with juicy plums for a simply delicious, one‑bowl dessert that’s quick and easy to make. If you prefer lightly sweet, fruit-forward cakes, this yogurt plum cake is for you. It’s not overly sweet, keeps a tender crumb thanks to yogurt, and the fresh plums add … Read more

Last fall I made Pumpkin Cheesecake Cookies and loved them, so I decided to create a chocolate version. The chocolate cheesecake cookies turned out just as delicious—rich, fudgy, and simple to make. These cookies are incredibly easy: everything is mixed in a single bowl, there’s no dough chilling required, and they keep their shape while … Read more

These colorful Mixed Berry Margaritas combine fresh blueberries, cherries, and blackberries for a bright, fruity twist on a classic margarita. The result is part smoothie, part cocktail — refreshing and perfect for warm weather. Alongside tequila, this drink uses fresh-squeezed lime juice and simple syrup to balance the berries’ sweetness and the lime’s tartness. Simple … Read more

Jump to Recipe A super-soft Almond Raspberry Cake with a tender almond sponge and tangy raspberry buttercream. The nutty almond flavor and bright raspberry frosting are a perfect match. This cake balances the warm, earthy notes of almond with the fresh, fruity brightness of raspberry buttercream. The crumb is incredibly soft and tender, and the … Read more

This smoked bell peppers and onions recipe comes together in about an hour with just a splash of olive oil and a handful of pantry spices. The peppers and onions are lightly charred, tender, and full of sweet, smoky flavor. It’s a simple, versatile side dish you’ll want to make again and again because it … Read more

Simple, bright and tangy lemon blondies combine the soft chew of a cookie with the fudgy bite of a brownie. If you enjoy fresh lemon flavor and a rich, tender bar, this one‑bowl recipe is for you. One of my favorite kitchen aromas is lemon zest rubbed into granulated sugar — bright, clean and instantly … Read more

This curry butternut squash soup is creamy, comforting, and slightly spicy — a bold, simple dish made with easy-to-find ingredients. It shines as a weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend meal. I prepare it in the Instant Pot for fast cooking and minimal cleanup, but you can use a stovetop pot if you prefer. The … Read more