Say hello to summer with these Strawberry Basil Margaritas on the rocks! This refreshing, easy recipe will be a new favorite. My husband Jon and I have been really into margaritas lately. A year ago he bought a cocktail set and learned to make tasty drinks at home. Lately he’s been experimenting with spicy margaritas … Read more

A Tour of San Francisco’s Mission Sponsored by Negra Modelo Photo courtesy of Negra Modelo Over the last several months I’ve been exploring beer across the country — from Portland to Vermont to Anaheim and finally San Francisco — discovering how many flavors and textures beer can bring to food and to the table. In … Read more

These Halloween sprinkle cookies are the perfect way to celebrate spooky season. The dough is quick and straightforward, leaving you plenty of time to focus on the decorations. I split the dough into three portions, tinted each with gel food coloring, and swirled them together for a bright marbled effect. Then I rolled each cookie … Read more

This gluten-free blueberry bread, finished with a buttery brown sugar streusel, is a bright and satisfying way to welcome spring. It balances sweet and tart flavors with bursts of juicy blueberries and a fresh lemon zest note in every slice. Enjoy it for breakfast, brunch, or dessert — the colorful loaf adds a cheerful touch … Read more

Bee’roo. Bee’root. B’root. Beet. Root. I just can’t seem to say it right. The first person to notice my mangled pronunciation was my girlfriend, who regularly teases me about the word “beetroot.” A typical conversation at home might go like this: Me: “Do you fancy some bee’roo soup for lunch?” Gf: “B’ROO?” Me: “OK, let’s … Read more

This Cottage Cheese Tiramisu delivers the same layered coffee-and-cream flavors as the classic dessert but with less fat and fewer calories. I used to make tiramisu often when friends came over. Recently I revisited the recipe and swapped mascarpone for cottage cheese, which is now commonly used in both sweet and savory dishes. The result … Read more

Golden snickerdoodle muffins topped with a buttery crumb make a delightful breakfast or snack. These muffins combine the warm flavors of cinnamon and brown sugar with a tender, moist crumb. The batter is quick to prepare—no mixer required—thanks to melted butter and a stir-together method. Buttermilk and Greek yogurt keep the texture soft and rich, … Read more

Creamy Tortellini with Smoked Sausage and Boursin Cheese (One-Pot Recipe) This one-pan creamy tortellini with smoked sausage and Boursin cheese is an easy, family-friendly dinner that delivers big flavor with minimal cleanup. Tender cheese tortellini, browned smoked sausage, and a silky garlic-herb sauce come together in under 30 minutes for a comforting weeknight meal. Why … Read more

This long name describes a simple, elegant salad I recreated from a favorite local restaurant. It pairs soft butter leaf lettuce with thinly sliced Cerignola olives and sharp shaved Parmesan, all finished with a sweet, savory roasted tomato vinaigrette. The mix of tender greens, briny olives, and nutty cheese makes a balanced, satisfying starter or … Read more

This homemade orange soda ice cream is so easy to make, and doesn’t even require an ice cream maker! This orange creamsicle ice cream is rich and creamy, like what you’d get at a soda shop! This post may contain affiliate links for convenience. If you make a purchase through an affiliate link, the site … Read more