This post on You are Loved. You are Enough. You Don’t Have to Prove Anything. was written by Jeffrey Chen. Jeffrey is passionate about sharing God’s love with those around him. He blogs at The Wayvy Life. When I served as a Young Life College leader at the University of Michigan, I learned a great … Read more

These Easy Ground Beef Kebabs are crispy on the outside, juicy inside, and full of sweet, smoky Cajun flavor. Inspired by the bold tastes of kebab shops, this recipe layers seasoned ground beef between tortillas, fries the stacks until golden, and finishes them with a sticky Cajun‑honey glaze. It’s not a traditional Middle Eastern kebab, … Read more

Learn how to make savoury date and chorizo bread, a quick savoury loaf that’s easy to prepare and strikes a delightful balance between salty and sweet. These savoury date and chorizo loaves are made like other quick breads using the two-bowl or muffin mixing method: dry ingredients in one bowl, wet ingredients in another, then … Read more

Shrimp creole is a classic Louisiana dish featuring shrimp simmered in a flavorful tomato-based sauce with vegetables and served over hot white rice. At a food bloggers’ conference in New Orleans, a panelist summed up the difference between Cajun and Creole cooking with one word: tomatoes. Historically, Creole cuisine—associated with wealthier, urban families—used tomatoes and … Read more

Cumin cookies, known in India as jeera or zeera biscuits, are a perfect companion for tea. Slightly sweet with a hint of salt and the warm, earthy aroma of cumin, they’re wonderful when dunked in a hot cup of chai. After several attempts to get the texture and flavor just right, I settled on this … Read more

Deliciously moist, lightly sweet Healthy Zucchini Bread made with whole wheat flour, Greek yogurt, and walnuts. Welcome summer — and zucchini season — with this irresistible zucchini bread. It’s tender, not-too-sweet, and highlights warm cinnamon and walnut flavors rather than chocolate. This loaf keeps things simple and wholesome: a blend of whole wheat and all-purpose … Read more

Classic Italian Fried Meatballs finished in tomato sauce are moist, tender, and packed with flavor — an ideal complement to pasta or a hearty sandwich. These fried beef meatballs use simple, quality ingredients: ground beef, parmigiano, parsley, garlic powder, breadcrumbs, eggs, and a touch of milk. This is the method my family has relied on … Read more

This post is sponsored by Ocean Spray. All opinions are my own. My family’s Thanksgiving menu is practically carved in stone. Apart from a sweet potato gratin that quietly joined the lineup a few years ago (a change my mother still finds odd), our table always includes roast turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, sautéed green beans, … Read more

The chocolate shell is the highlight of any hi-hat cupcake — crisp, glossy, and delightfully decadent. Hi-hat cupcakes are piped tall with a fluffy frosting, chilled until firm, and then dipped upside down into a narrow container of melted chocolate so the coating completely envelopes the peak of frosting. The result is dramatic and delicious. … Read more