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

This charming craft uses ordinary cupcake liners—the same kind you use for baking cupcakes, muffins, or other treats. Simple materials and a little cutting transform them into bright, cheerful flowers that are perfect for decorating, gifting, or crafting with kids. I used multicolored liners to make a lively assortment of blooms. The steps are easy … Read more

On the fifth Day of Sugar my true love gave to me . . .  Cookie Dough Truffles Keyword here is cookie dough — I love it! I could eat it every day, and I’m just as fond of chocolate. This little treat combines two favorites: cookie dough and chocolate. What’s not to love? Enjoy. Cookie … Read more