This quick homemade teriyaki marinade is made with just a few simple ingredients: gluten-free tamari, fresh ginger, garlic and maple syrup. It doubles as an easy no-cook marinade and — with an optional cornstarch or arrowroot slurry — becomes a glossy teriyaki glaze perfect for chicken, fish, pork or roasted vegetables. The recipe is naturally … Read more

This healthy Watermelon, Cucumber and Feta Salad is a summertime favorite. Bright, refreshing, and quick to prepare, it balances sweet, crisp watermelon and cucumber with salty feta and a tangy, zesty dressing. It makes a perfect side for backyard barbecues, grilled meats, or a light lunch, and it holds up well in the refrigerator so … Read more

Baked Tortellini with Sausage is an easy, family-friendly dinner that’s on the table in under an hour. Tender cheese tortellini are combined with savory Italian sausage and a touch of creamy mascarpone, then baked under a bubbly layer of melted mozzarella for a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal. Before You Start Cooking This recipe is built for … Read more

These Peppermint Cheesecake Cookie Cups are a festive, crowd-pleasing holiday dessert. Crisp chocolate cookie cups cradle a light peppermint cheesecake filling—an easy-to-make, portable treat perfect for parties, cookie exchanges, or a family dessert table. They’re quick to prepare and attractive to serve. The cookie cups form a little shell for the no-bake cheesecake filling flavored … Read more

Butter Pecan Cake with Frosting Course Baking, Dessert Cuisine American Author Catherine’s Plates This butter pecan cake is a comforting, old-fashioned dessert featuring buttery toasted pecans folded into a tender yellow cake, finished with a classic buttercream frosting. It’s a great choice for family gatherings, potlucks, or any time you want a cake that’s rich, … Read more

Bacon Cheeseburger Soup takes all the comforting flavors of a bacon double cheeseburger and transforms them into a rich, satisfying soup. Crisp bacon, seasoned ground beef, tender potatoes, creamy evaporated milk and plenty of cheddar combine for a hearty bowl that’s perfect for game day, tailgate parties, or a chilly night at home. Finish with … Read more

It’s really easy to cook pasta in the Instant Pot! Get my helpful tips and tricks for making perfect pasta with your pressure cooker! Forget about starchy water boiling over on the stove and babysitting a pot while you stir—make pasta in your Instant Pot instead! Note: This post may contain affiliate links for your … Read more

These Christmas sprinkle sugar cookies are enriched with nutty browned butter for soft, chewy centers and lightly crisp edges. They’re an ideal holiday bake for cookie exchanges, gifts, or a cozy night with hot cocoa. Festive Browned Butter Sugar Cookies Loaded with Sprinkles Holiday baking has a way of making a kitchen feel like home. … Read more

If you want an easy, reliable, and juicy chicken dinner, these Baked Ranch Chicken Thighs are a go-to. With just six ingredients and a single baking sheet, a simple parbake step produces genuinely crispy, golden skin instead of the pale, rubbery result you get when everything goes on at once. This method is straightforward and … Read more

Greek Lentil Soup (Fakes) — Simple, Authentic and Flavorful I fell in love with this soup the first time I tasted it, and I was equally surprised to learn how simple it is to make. This traditional Greek lentil soup, often called fakes (pronounced fah-KESS), relies on basic pantry ingredients rather than meat, cheese, or … Read more