With all the summer grilling, a delicious side—or better yet, a dessert—is a must. This Oreo Fluff is easy, crowd-pleasing, and perfect for your next gathering. This sweet treat is simple to prepare and always disappears fast. Creamy, with crunchy Oreo pieces and soft mini marshmallows, it’s a favorite for potlucks, barbecues, and casual get-togethers. … Read more

This recipe for baked chicken meatballs uses just six simple ingredients yet delivers big flavor. They bake crisp on the outside and tender inside, and work with any ground chicken or ground turkey. my take Nicole’s Recipe Notes Super tender: Whether you use ground chicken breast or leg meat, these meatballs stay moist and tender … Read more

This rich, fudgy healthy brownie recipe tastes indulgent—you won’t believe how wholesome the ingredients are. The best healthy brownies Picture a homemade brownie that’s secretly healthy but still rivals any classic chocolate brownie in taste and texture. These brownies contain no flour, no refined sugar, and deliver more than five grams of protein per serving … Read more

One of the aims in my kitchen is to avoid wasting food, so recipes that transform leftovers and vegetable scraps into satisfying meals are favorites. Vegetable fried rice is especially useful: you can adapt it to whatever vegetables you have on hand and adjust the spices to your taste. Leftover rice is ideal here — … Read more

Warm chickpeas tossed with freshly toasted spices, caramelized shallot, preserved lemon, and feta make a bright Mediterranean-inspired side or light meal in about 10 minutes. Serve alongside garlic-and-herb lamb chops for an easy weeknight dinner. The holidays are finally winding down and I’m craving simpler, lighter meals after a season of late nights, long drives, … Read more

Once we decided to stay in the valley, we knew it was time to really start saving for our own little farm. We shared a clear vision, set concrete goals, and worked together to make them happen. A Couple On a Mission Looking back, I have to laugh at how intense we were. We were … Read more

A quick and easy Mediterranean chickpea skillet—perfect for a healthy weeknight meal. This Mediterranean diet recipe is vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free, and ready in about 15 minutes. Simple, flavorful and nourishing—this skillet is exactly the kind of meal you want when you need something fast and satisfying. It uses pantry-friendly ingredients like canned chickpeas and … Read more

Love Arby’s Beef and Cheddars? This slow cooker copycat delivers the same savory flavors with a touch less fuss. Using a tender chuck roast and real cheddar, it’s an easy, satisfying sandwich you can make at home. Other sandwich-style slow cooker recipes we enjoy include slow cooker French dips, buffalo chicken, and Ohio chicken sandwiches. … Read more

Refreshing and revitalizing, this lemon ginger tea uses just three natural ingredients to make a healthy, warming drink that’s perfect for cold days. It’s simple to prepare and full of bright, zesty flavor. When the weather turns chilly, this tea is one of my go-to ways to warm up. Instead of reaching for more coffee, … Read more

These Lemon Bars are some of the best I’ve ever had — my boys go crazy for them! I have always loved lemon bars, and the ones from a local bakery called Schmidt’s Pastries are my benchmark. Their lemon bars are honestly the best I’ve ever tasted. Some days I crave one so badly my … Read more