These juicy turkey Swedish meatballs in a cream cheese–Dijon gravy are comfort food at its best. The tangy mustard twist brightens the rich sauce, making this an easy weeknight favorite that’s also freezer-friendly and adaptable to other proteins. Why You’ll Love These Turkey Swedish Meatballs Lean. Made with ground turkey and a small amount of … Read more

For this year’s 4th of July, my mom’s entire extended family came into town. This is a rare treat — we live in four different states, so it’s not often that everyone is together. When it happens, it’s wonderful. I love my mom’s family: they’re clever, kind, and full of warmth. One of the things … Read more

That sinking feeling when a cold or flu starts—stuffy or runny nose, sore throat, body aches—is all too familiar. We try to prevent illness at home with good nutrition and simple routines, but recently my daughter August and my husband still came down with a nasty bug. On Instagram Stories I shared a few of … Read more

Crunchy, chocolatey cereal coated in sweet marshmallows makes these easy Cocoa Puffs cereal bars the perfect snack for school lunches, quick breakfasts, or on-the-go treats. Easy Cocoa Puffs Cereal Bar Recipe A single 9×13 pan makes a batch that keeps for several days, so these bars are ideal to prepare ahead. With about 15 minutes … Read more

There are countless buffalo cauliflower recipes online, but this one stands out because of the dip. Many people with migraines react to aged cheeses due to their high tyramine and histamine content, so this recipe uses a tangy substitute made from fresh goat cheese and whipped cottage cheese. The result is a creamy, bright “faux” … Read more

The Most Refreshing Drink Of Summer Yuzu, the fragrant citrus fruit from Japan, is the star of this Cranberry Yuzu Martini. Shaken with cold vodka and a splash of cranberry, it becomes a light, bright cocktail perfect for hot summer days. Fresh lemon and orange juice with a hint of lime add balanced acidity, making … Read more

Beat the heat with this quick and easy Oreo milkshake. Creamy vanilla ice cream, chilled coffee, and Oreo cookies combine to make a rich, cookies-and-cream shake that’s perfect for a hot afternoon. Some mornings we brew a full pot of coffee and finish it quickly, but occasionally there are leftovers. Instead of wasting that extra … Read more

Beet hummus is a vibrant, healthy dip that’s perfect for snacking, tailgating, or serving anytime you want something colorful and delicious. It’s easy to make and impressive to present. Healthy Snacks If you have beets in the fridge and want a fresh way to use them, roasted beet hummus is a great choice. It’s a … Read more

Funfetti treats always make me smile. The bright sprinkles, the simple sugar cookie base, and that nostalgic flavor are hard to resist. I haven’t met many people who don’t enjoy a cheerful Funfetti cookie. If you don’t have a boxed Funfetti mix on hand, you can easily make these cookies from scratch. Essentially they’re soft … Read more

Today we practiced covering a square cake with fondant and learned techniques to achieve clean, sharp edges. Working with square cakes requires careful smoothing and trimming to keep the sides straight and the corners crisp, and we focused on those steps to improve the finished look. We also explored stenciling to add decorative patterns to … Read more