Shortbread Cookies: do not sleep on this classic! You might think shortbread sounds boring, but that’s because you haven’t watched Rebecca’s face as she eats it on Ted Lasso yet. I’m telling you guys, classic shortbread is to-die-for. It’s simple, it’s easy, there’s not much to it…but that’s not an apology. Sometimes the simplest things…
I am O B S E S S E D with these Swedish Cream Wafer Cookies, you guys!! (Pariserwafiers? Vanilla Cream Cookies?) This is a recipe the world forgot, and I’m still mad about it. How could the previous generation have let us down so hard?? Perhaps because until you taste them, they look unexceptional:…
The peanut butter pie to end all peanut butter pies! It’s frozen but still smooth and creamy, has a Nutter Butter crust (!!) and a thick layer of fudge at the bottom. Oh my! Did I mention it’s a no bake?? Originally published July 29, 2017. I was looking for my planner everywhere this morning and…
Learn how easy it is to make Turkey Stock from the bones of your Thanksgiving turkey! All you need is a picked over turkey carcass and some vegetables and herbs that you probably already have on hand from cooking your turkey. You are going to love using this flavorful turkey stock in your next soup!…
I thought prime rib must be overrated. But boy-oh-boy does it live up to the hype! There is something magical about this roast! The whole process can seem daunting, but I’m here to show you how to cook it step by step, with tons of pictures. With the right techniques (plenty of time + salt),…
I am a Caramel Apple snob. So much of a snob, actually, that I usually don’t even bother eating them. But all that changed recently when I discovered the secret to the BEST homemade caramel sauce. These caramel apples are easy to dip, a dream to bite through, with the most FUDGY caramel texture; they…
I’ve had my fair share of ho-hum Caramel Candy. Caramel is all about the texture, and too often, wrapped caramels are hard to bite into, locking your jaw in place, pausing all conversation. Even if the flavor is good, it doesn’t make up for the unpleasant chewing experience. THIS recipe, however, is absolute perfection. My…
A secret ingredient in this sugar cookies recipe makes these cookies the SOFTEST and most flavorful cookies of your life! And they even hold their shape after baking, so you get exactly what you want instead of sad blob cookies. (Frost them with The BEST Buttercream Frosting for Sugar Cookies or Royal Icing!) Originally posted…
Guys, don’t judge me, but I went for years thinking that Biscotti was for old ladies only. Maybe even just the Italian ones. I mean who is eating this cardboard? People whose tastebuds have all died off, obviously. But ohhhh was I wrong. Fresh, home baked biscotti is a delight to the soul. A crispity,…
My absolute favorite recipe for corned beef and cabbage! This easy dinner is made in the slow cooker or in the oven, you can just set it and forget it! (Crockpot to the rescue, right?) This method gives you the most tender and juicy corned beef you’ve ever had. Serve it with Roasted Red Potatoes…
Welcome to the only Breakfast Burrito recipe you will ever need! Once you know the basics of this amazing make-ahead meal, you are going to be unstoppable. The possibilities are endless! I will show you all my tips and tricks for how to customize, how to store in the freezer, how to defrost and reheat,…
Linzer cookies: my most recent discovery for yet another way to fill my life with jammy-almond shortbread-ish cookies. They are delicate, buttery, and dusted with powdered sugar like a Christmas village. Too often Linzer tart cookies are dry and crunchy. But this recipe is oh-so-tender, delicate, and bursting with buttery-almond flavor. And that’s before we…
White chocolate brownies are like Blondies in disguise. You THINK they are just a less-cool, less-flavorful version of chocolate brownies, but oh are you wrong. They are basically Clark Kent with the glasses. Let’s see you take that shirt off Clark. Okay it got weird, just try these brownies, the white chocolate flavor is unreal!…
Wassail is apple cider’s older, hotter cousin. It’s spicy, it’s gingery, it’s got that citrus twist. Ooh lala! This drink will warm you down to your toes before you can say Jack Frost. Plus it makes the house smell amazing! This recipe has fresh sliced apples and oranges that slow cook and magically turn into…
Pozole has always been one of my favorite soups. It’s a Mexican soup made with tender pork, hominy, and a rich red chili broth. When I can tear myself away from tacos long enough, it’s my go-to order at an authentic Mexican restaurant. I’ve NEVER been able to replicate this soup at home; it’s always…
YOU! GUYS! Finally, the salted caramel sauce of my dreams. This recipe is different from your average salted caramel; it’s thicker, richer and has a slightly FUDGY texture that will absolutely send you over the edge. I have been testing versions of this recipe every autumn for over 7 years; it’s exactly like the fudgy…
Making a Classic Cheesecake Recipe at home is totally doable, and pretty easy once you know these tips and tricks! This New York style cheesecake is rich, creamy, and smooth. Amazing flavor from a secret ingredient makes it the best cheesecake you’ll ever have! Bonus: you don’t even need to use a water bath. Originally…
Is it even Beef Bourguignon if you don’t follow Julia Child’s recipe?? Turns out, yes. This fabulous French beef stew featuring burgundy wine is famous for a reason! It is different from a regular beef stew because the wine sauce is richer and thicker, and great care is taken to ensure the vegetables are not…
All the tips and tricks you need to make the BEST Zucchini Bread recipe of your life! This easy bread bakes up moist, tender, and super flavorful! Easily turn it into chocolate chip zucchini bread, or add nuts! Originally published June 15, 2021. I’m sitting here working on this zucchini bread post and Eric (who…
Everyone needs a recipe for the best Broccoli Salad! This one is stuffed with bacon, cranberry, cheese, sunflower seeds, and tangy homemade dressing. It is easy to make and is a huge crowd pleaser. The perfect side dish to bring to your summer barbecue, or even to serve at Thanksgiving! Originally published September 5, 2020. I…
Quiche is not a breakfast casserole baked in a pie shell, oh no. It is a creamy concoction that is more custard like, with plenty of cheese and add-ins. This is my favorite basic spinach quiche recipe because it is easy, incredibly flavorful, and hello, bacon. I will show you step-by-step how to make quiche…
I used to be a total Apple Pie hater. It’s always too mushy and bland. But no longer! I’ve found the perfect method to make the Best Homemade Apple Pie of your life! This classic recipe has a double crust (you won’t miss that crumble), a cooked filling for the best texture and flavor, and…
Peanut butter and chocolate is the best combo out there…fight me on this!! Have you tried Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Bars?? They are insanely good, and come in clutch with the pb/chocolate. We start out with a thick and chewy peanut butter oatmeal cookie base, (just like these PB Oatmeal Cookies recipe, but in bar…
These are the BEST Spritz Cookies! This is our family’s number one favorite Christmas cookie. It’s a traditional Swedish recipe from great-grandma Prudy. They are sweet and buttery and use only 6 ingredients, including almond extract, which gives them their unique flavor. They are made into adorable little shapes using a cookie press. It is…
This Cheesy Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole is everything you need on Christmas morning! (Or anytime you have guests for breakfast!) Hashbrowns are baked til crispy, then topped with eggs, cheese, and black forest ham. It’s an overnight recipe, so you have more time for stockings in the morning! Make ahead breakfasts are always a win at…
