I’ve always loved baked pasta—warm, comforting, and deeply satisfying. This version begins with a classic béchamel that’s enriched with cheese to form a silky, flavorful sauce. Crispy bacon and tender cauliflower add savory depth, and a crunchy, cheesy topping gives the casserole a delightful contrast: creamy pasta beneath a golden crust. Some people worry baked … Read more
I love peameal bacon. When I’m out for breakfast and the server asks if I want bacon, sausage, ham or peameal, I almost always pick peameal. Its flavor is excellent, and because it’s made from a lean pork loin it’s a lighter option than traditional streaky bacon. Thin slices are fantastic on Eggs Benedict — … Read more
Our easy kolache recipe produces a soft, tender dough that’s ideal for holding a warm apple filling. These Apple Kolaches feature a cinnamon- and brown sugar–spiced apple filling tucked into pillowy kolache dough. They’re simple to make at home yet taste like they’re from a bakery. This recipe yields 28 rolls, making it perfect for brunch or a company breakfast.
Wedding cakes are meant to be a memorable dessert for one of the most important days in a couple’s life. Couples often spend hours sampling cakes, frostings, and fillings to find the perfect flavor combination, and then invest additional time deciding on a design. While classic tiered cakes remain a favorite, many couples now favor … Read more
This Summer Arugula, Feta, and Blueberry Salad is a bright, balanced mix of flavors: juicy blueberries, salty feta, peppery arugula, and crunchy candied pecans, all finished with a light lemon-balsamic vinaigrette. Meet My New Favorite Salad – Arugula, Feta, And Blueberry Recently I joined a Foodie Book Club that combines two of my favorite things: … Read more
Step one in turning a dorm into a comfortable home: recruit a parent who has an eye for decorating. My mom has helped decorate my room each year of college, and my dad is the go-to for move-in tasks like hanging frames, assembling the futon, and the heavy lifting. Welcome to my room! (All of … Read more
Dressy enough for the holidays but simple enough for a weeknight, this creamy mashed cauliflower with smoked gouda is a crowd-pleaser. It’s rich and silky, with a subtle smokiness that highlights the cauliflower rather than masking it. Why we love this recipe If you love mashed potatoes, you’ll still appreciate this cauliflower version — it … Read more
This one-pan fettuccine is a huge hit at my house — super easy, incredibly tasty, and ready in about 20 minutes. Leftovers reheat beautifully, so if there’s any left, they get eaten the next day. It works equally well as a main course or a side, making it perfect for busy weeknights. A good friend, … Read more
Whether you call it white cheese dip, queso dip or Queso Blanco Dip, this easy slow-cooker cheese dip is the ideal party appetizer. Homemade Queso Blanco is simple to prepare and stays warm in a slow cooker, making it perfect for gatherings, game days, or holiday parties. A big pot of smooth, melted white cheese … Read more
Fresh and light one‑bowl quinoa salad celebrating strawberry season and spring vegetables, finished with a bright, oil‑free lime tahini dressing. I once went strawberry picking expecting a romantic morning in the sun with a sunhat and basket. Reality was bending over rows of plants under a hot sky, squinting for flashes of red and filling … Read more