This is no ordinary braised cabbage. With French-inspired flavors—butter, onion, white wine, mustard and a touch of cream—this dish feels elevated yet comforting. My honest advice: double the amount you think you’ll need. It often disappears fast. A short video demonstrating the method is included in the Recipe Card below. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review: “I had … Read more

These roasted broccoli and sweet potatoes are perfectly seasoned and make a simple, healthy side dish you’ll want to make again and again. If you meal prep, this recipe will quickly become a favorite. Roasted broccoli and sweet potatoes are easy to prepare, store well, and can be flavored in many ways. They’re a great … Read more

Layers of rich chocolate surround a smooth peanut butter filling in these chocolate peanut butter brownies — a truly show-stopping dessert. Fudgy peanut butter brownies Looking for an easy chocolate dessert that will please a crowd? These triple-layer peanut butter brownies deliver. Each bite tastes like a homemade Reese’s peanut butter cup tucked into a … Read more

Vitamin-boosted black quinoa salad with golden beets Quinoa is one of my favorite grains. On a trip to Peru a few years ago we ate quinoa at almost every meal — in soups, salads, savory dishes and even desserts. For Peruvians it plays a role similar to rice in Asia or pasta in Italy. I … Read more

THE perfect treat for Valentine’s Day! I’m pairing my strawberry frozen yogurt with mini double chocolate cookies for the ideal handheld dessert. Strawberry Yogurt “Ice Cream” Sandwiches with Double Chocolate Fudge Cookie Thins – Gluten Free Who wouldn’t love a homemade ice cream sandwich? Three recipes included Karen’s Strawberry Frozen Yogurt Mini Double Chocolate Fudge … Read more

This easy gluten-free slow cooker meatballs recipe is made from scratch with marinara sauce. It’s simple to prepare in a crock pot for weeknight dinners or parties. These wholesome meatballs can be served over pasta, tucked into a sub, or enjoyed as an appetizer with toothpicks. They’re one of my favorite gluten-free meatball recipes because … Read more

Salad dressings can transform a simple salad into something memorable. If you enjoy bright, bold flavors, this Cherry Vinaigrette delivers a lively balance of sweet and tart with just the right amount of oil and seasoning so the cherry flavor stands out. It’s one of the easiest homemade dressings you can make. I admit I … Read more

The only Christmas sugar cookie recipe you’ll ever need. These classic cut-out cookies are simple to make, fun to decorate, and ideal for holiday parties or cookie exchanges. Get out your cookie cutters and rolling pin — it’s my favorite time of year: holiday baking season! Below is my go-to cut-out sugar cookie recipe and … Read more

An easy recipe for reduced-fat carrot cake cupcakes topped with a light cream cheese frosting. A lighter take on a classic dessert that stays moist and flavorful. This recipe was one of the first I posted here eight years ago. I’m revisiting and updating it with a few improvements and new photos. Over the years … Read more

This mango margarita boozesicle transforms your favorite cocktail into a boozy summertime frozen treat. Hello, boozesicles! Today marks the start of Frozen Treat Week. I’m excited to be co-hosting this event with Katie and a host of fellow bloggers. To kick things off I’m sharing a refreshing mango margarita boozesicle. I love cocktails, so I … Read more