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

A sourdough breakfast sandwich is a satisfying morning meal that delivers warmth, texture, and savory flavor. This simple classic pairs fluffy scrambled eggs and melty cheese between toasted sourdough slices for a golden, comforting sandwich. Quick enough for busy mornings and flexible enough for weekend brunch, this skillet method makes reliably delicious sandwiches you’ll want … Read more

Instant Pot Mushroom Risotto with Peas is creamy, flavorful, and surprisingly simple to prepare. This classic Italian-style risotto works beautifully with or without the peas, and making it in the Instant Pot means you get perfect, hands-off results without constant stirring. Instant Pot Mushroom Risotto with Peas If you’ve never tried risotto, you’re in for … Read more

Learn how to cook perfect hard-boiled eggs every time. No more rubbery eggs or green ring! Spring and holiday seasons often mean boiling eggs for deviled eggs or dyeing Easter eggs. Hard-cooked eggs are simple, but getting them tender and easy to peel takes a little technique. Below are clear, practical tips to help you … Read more

Creamy panna cotta infused with Highground Instant Coffee, served individually with a chocolate-caramel drizzle and delicate chocolate curls. This post was created with support from Highground Instant Coffee. All opinions are my own — thank you for supporting the brands that help make Buuck Farms Bakery possible. Panna cotta looks elegant but is surprisingly easy … Read more

Neapolitan cookies are soft, chewy, and layered with strawberry, chocolate, and buttery vanilla — a lovely, colorful cookie perfect for birthdays, showers, or potlucks. This recipe builds on classic pudding-mix-style cookies by adding strawberry flavor for the pink portion. The result is a three-flavored cookie that looks like scoops of Neapolitan ice cream and tastes … Read more

Good news first: it’s the weekend — and for me it’s the start of a long four-day break with plenty of plans. The bad news is that my little chicken, Feist, passed away. I did my best to help her — sitting outside with her several times a day, hand-feeding cucumbers, strawberries, and mealworms. Deep … Read more

This Boursin Cheese Pasta is rich, creamy, and full of flavor. It’s easy to prepare: bake a round of Boursin with grape tomatoes and seasonings until the cheese softens and the tomatoes roast, then toss with hot pasta for a silky sauce. This baked Boursin pasta is a delicious twist on the viral baked-feta pasta. … Read more

Slow Cooker Pasta Fagioli Ham Bone Soup is packed with vegetables, beans, tender pasta and savory pieces of ham for a rich, hearty Italian comfort soup. It’s an ideal way to use a leftover ham bone from holiday meals. If I had to pick one Italian soup as my favorite, Slow Cooker Pasta Fagioli would … Read more