This delicious banana spice cake is bursting with ripe banana and warm spice flavors, finished with a tangy chocolate sour cream frosting. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing recipe that works for holidays or any day of the week. Soft and moist, this banana spice cake combines overripe bananas, oil and sour cream for great texture. A … Read more

Start your holiday with these delicious 4th of July food ideas. These recipes will help you plan a festive menu to celebrate everyone’s favorite summer holiday. 4th of July Recipes for an Excellent Celebration Happy 4th of July! Summer cookouts and patriotic recipes feel especially good this time of year — think bright flavors, easy … Read more

With Easter and Passover approaching, this Roasted Beet and Carrot Salad makes a vibrant, elegant side for your holiday table. The colorful combination of roasted beets and carrots, peppery arugula, fresh basil and creamy feta offers bright spring flavors that pair beautifully with roasted meats, fish or a simple grain bowl. A honey-lemon dressing adds … Read more

A delicious dinner for cheese lovers, Parmesan Chicken Mozzarella features chicken breasts stuffed with mozzarella, coated in breadcrumbs and pan-fried until crisp. The breasts are then baked in the oven on a simple garlic, basil and tomato sauce and finished with grated parmesan. Serve with pasta, sautéed potatoes, chips or a fresh salad for a … Read more

These peanut butter cookie bars are a crowd-pleasing treat for parties, potlucks, school snacks, or an indulgent weeknight dessert. My Oreo Peanut Butter Cookie Bars combine creamy peanut butter, mini Oreo cookies and chocolate chips for a rich, chewy bar that’s easy to make and impossible to resist. If you enjoy cookie bar recipes, try … Read more

Wow — what a week. It’s been a while since I had time to breathe, but the weekend is finally in sight and I’m ready for it. I’ve filled every spare minute lately with projects, so I haven’t done much relaxing just to relax. My living room is half painted and still half the old … Read more

Breakfast sets the tone for the day, so make it count. This recipe transforms a rushed morning bite into a comforting, satisfying meal. It’s an upgrade from cereal, plain oatmeal, or a hastily grabbed banana. This dish elevates your breakfast game without extra fuss or a big mess. It’s ideal for busy weekdays and equally … Read more

Learn how to make a rich, homemade gluten-free chicken and dumplings so everyone at the table — including those with celiac disease — can enjoy a comforting, classic meal. My husband has celiac disease, so over the years I learned to adapt my favorite comfort dishes to be reliably gluten-free. Chicken and dumplings was one … Read more

When Archana of The Mad Scientist’s Kitchen invited me to contribute a guest post for her Mere Athithi Series, I was delighted. I had many ideas, and finally this traditional sweet won out. Made from roasted gram and sugar, these laddus are delicate and melt in the mouth with a delightful ghee flavor. The recipe … Read more

After making my Homemade Thin Mints (Girl Scout copycat) recipe, I wanted to recreate more Girl Scout cookie favorites so you can enjoy them year-round. If Samoas aren’t your top pick, try my Copycat Girl Scout Tagalongs (Peanut Butter Patties) instead. According to the Girl Scout Cookies site, Samoas (also sold as Caramel deLites in … Read more