Garden-fresh tomatoes marinated with red onion, garlic, and a blend of basil and parsley. This flavorful Italian marinated tomato salad is an excellent side dish for summer meals and also makes a bright topping for burgers and sandwiches. Lately I’ve been picking up baskets of gorgeous beefsteak tomatoes at the farmers market from one of … Read more

This spooky Halloween Soup, also called Witches Brew Stew, is a hearty, family-friendly meal perfect for cool October evenings. With playful “pumpkin” carrots and “skull” mushrooms, it’s a flavorful and festive way to celebrate Halloween. This post may contain Affiliate Links. Jump to Section Spooky Witches Brew Stew (Halloween Soup) Ingredients Instructions Tips, Tricks and … Read more

If you haven’t heard about reishi mushrooms yet, they’re appearing more often in kitchens and wellness conversations. Known as an adaptogen with a long history in traditional medicine, reishi is prized for its earthy, slightly bitter flavor and is commonly used in broths and teas. My Reishi Mushroom Soup with Carrots and Kale balances the … Read more

A few months ago my husband grabbed a small container of candied pecans from the grocery bakery. He brought them home and they disappeared within minutes. Since then he’s picked them up several times and it quickly turned into a family race to see who can finish them first. Even our three- and six-year-old are … Read more

The most delicious crispy oven-baked chicken wings coated in a spicy Dijon sauce! Naturally gluten-free and super crispy without frying, these wings are finished with a tangy homemade spicy Dijon sauce that brings bold flavor to every bite. This recipe is one of my favorite ways to make baked chicken wings at home. The wings … Read more

This homemade No-Churn Cherry Cheesecake Ice Cream is incredibly delicious, easy to make, and a perfect dessert for sharing. With Valentine’s Day coming up, I wanted to surprise my daughter with her favorite cheesecake turned into ice cream. Last summer we made a no-churn blueberry cheesecake ice cream that was a hit, so this cherry … Read more

Are you searching for the best non-toxic, organic vegan mattress? We researched top-rated options and gathered safe, animal-free mattresses that reviewers consistently praise for comfort, durability, and chemical transparency. Today it’s much easier to find non-toxic mattresses than it used to be, but fully vegan and organic models remain relatively rare. Many natural mattresses rely … Read more

I’ve kept this recipe among my many “to-bake” ideas for a long time. When I finally read the fine print I discovered it came from an old Hallmark Magazine, December 2009. Clearly I enjoy collecting recipes and returning to the ones that catch my eye. This version credits Tina Stamos of Kansas. I’m glad I … Read more

These Candy Cane Suckers are a simple, festive Christmas treat made from Jolly Ranchers. With just one main ingredient and a few lollipop sticks, they’re quick and fun to make. The holidays are here and it’s the perfect time to make cheerful, homemade treats. Between shopping and decorating, I always find baking little, easy confections … Read more

This brown butter caramel cake is a single-layer, tender brown butter cake punctured with salted caramel so every bite has a ribbon of caramel. It’s finished with a brown butter cream cheese caramel frosting and extra caramel gently swirled on top for a rich, indulgent treat. I wanted this cake to truly showcase caramel, so … Read more