These gluten-free, vegan Irish Cream cookies are a perfect companion to afternoon tea. Lightly sweet with warm notes of cinnamon and vanilla, they’re tender, slightly crisp, and full of cozy flavor. Recipe originally published March 28, 2012 Gluten Free Cookies These gluten-free Irish Cream cookies pair beautifully with a warm cup of black … Read more
This warm, creamy Tomato Basil Soup made from scratch is comforting and flavorful. Roasted tomatoes are blended with sautéed onions and garlic, seasoned with herbs and a touch of brown sugar to balance acidity, then finished with fresh basil and heavy whipping cream for richness. This simple soup easily beats canned varieties and makes a … Read more
Delicious Tofu Tacos with peach slaw made on a sheet pan — a fresh, flavorful, healthy meal the whole family will love. Vegan and gluten-free. I’m a longtime taco lover—there’s something about their casual, hands-on nature that makes every meal feel like a small celebration. While many restaurants default to beans as the vegetarian option, … Read more
Happy Wednesday everyone. I hope you are all doing well. I just returned from a short, wonderful vacation in San Diego. It was somewhat unplanned, but a refreshing break from our routine. This was our first visit to San Diego and I must say it’s a beautiful city — often called the “Resort City.” There … Read more
Why I Love This Sticky Date Cake Each holiday season I return to family recipes because they carry so many memories. While I often make the same trusted favorites, I also enjoy rediscovering older recipes tucked away in boxes and notebooks. This sticky date cake is one of those finds — a recipe my grandmother … Read more
These Snack Cake Pigs are irresistibly cute and very simple to make. Using store-bought pink Hostess Sno Balls (Snoballs) snack cakes means no baking — just a few decorating steps to turn them into adorable piggy treats. They’re perfect for a barnyard or farm-themed party, a county fair dessert table, or just a playful snack … Read more
Lemon Cake Mix Cookies – an easy, three-ingredient dessert. Bright, springy lemon flavor with a chewy texture — perfect with a drizzle of white chocolate or a few sprinkles. Lemon Cake Mix Cookies Cake mix cookies are a fantastic shortcut when you want great flavor with minimal effort. Using lemon cake mix yields cookies with … Read more
Save time, money, and stress with this FREE meal plan packed with delicious recipes. Each plan includes five dinner ideas, two side dishes, one dessert, and a printable grocery list to make meal planning simple and efficient. WEEKLY MEAL PLAN #62 Each week we offer a FREE meal plan featuring five dinners (Monday–Thursday plus a … Read more
(aka Grape-Nuts Bread) ~ No yeast? No problem! Try our beloved family recipe for easy bread. My grandma’s vintage no-yeast loaf dates back nearly a century, yet it’s still a delicious, wholesome bread to bake today. Fantastic toasted with cream cheese or butter — a satisfying breakfast bread, great for snacking or served with dinner. … Read more
Need a simple, healthy dinner ready in under 30 minutes? This Baked Salmon with Dill Sauce is ideal for busy weeknights. The salmon is tender and flaky, and the creamy lemon-dill sauce is bright and refreshing—an elegant combination that’s quick to prepare. All it takes is about 25 minutes and fewer than 10 ingredients to … Read more