Edible Peanut Butter Cookie Dough is rich, creamy, packed with peanut butter flavor, and completely safe to enjoy by the spoonful when made with heat-treated flour. Author’s Notes Raw Cookie Dough, But Safe! If you’ve ever sneaked a bite of raw cookie dough despite the warnings, this recipe is for you. It’s formulated to be … Read more

Fresh and delicious Cherry Tomato Salad made with ripe tomatoes, fragrant basil, and a simple olive oil and vinegar dressing. Bright, easy, and perfect for summer. author’s note My Mom’s Garden Inspired This Cherry Tomato Salad! Every summer my mom’s garden overflows with tomatoes and zucchini. I often leave with bags full of produce. While … Read more

This Fish Sandwich Recipe stacks crispy fish, creamy avocado, and a bright lemon-tart sauce on buttery toasted brioche buns. It’s packed with flavor and comes together quickly—ready in under 25 minutes. author’s note My Filet-O-Fish–loving brother-in-law approved this one! My brother-in-law loves the Filet-O-Fish, and I wanted to make a home version that would impress. … Read more

Veggie Sandwich loaded with creamy avocado, crisp veggies, and a light dressing is a quick, flavorful lunch you’ll actually look forward to eating. Author’s Notes I Don’t Think I’ve Ever Enjoyed Veggies More! Wow — this sandwich might be my favorite way to eat a big stack of veggies. It’s an easy way to use … Read more

Chocolate Crepes are tender, delicate, and slightly cocoa-scented — the perfect base for whipped cream, fresh fruit, Nutella, caramel, or any sweet topping you love. Author’s Notes Straight From Marie’s Family Bakery in France You might remember my original crepe recipe and the time we hosted Marie, an exchange student from France. Her father baked … Read more

Waldorf Chicken Salad blends tender chicken with crisp apples, juicy grapes, and crunchy celery, all tossed in a creamy, lightly tangy dressing. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing dish perfect for sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or served on crackers. Author’s Notes The Chicken Salad I Grew Up On I started a series called Mom’s Greatest Hits to share … Read more

Refried Bean Dip is a warm, cheesy appetizer that comes together quickly and is perfect for scooping with crunchy tortilla chips. Author’s Notes Raised on refried beans Refried beans were a staple in my childhood kitchen. My mom used them in everything — stirred into ground beef for tacos to stretch the meat, rolled into … Read more

Caprese Pasta Salad blends tender chicken and crisp bacon with juicy cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil, all tossed in a bright balsamic dressing for a simple, satisfying summer meal. Author’s Notes Caprese, but as a pasta salad I love Caprese flavors — ripe tomatoes, fresh basil, and creamy mozzarella — and a splash of … Read more

Mexican Slaw Recipe is a crisp cabbage slaw tossed in a creamy cilantro-lime dressing. It’s bright, flavorful, and works perfectly as a topping or a simple side dish. Author’s Notes The Easiest Way to Dress Up Dinner I love a good slaw — it elevates simple meals and adds the kind of freshness you’d expect … Read more

These 25 Greek Recipes are fresh, simple, and bursting with lemon, feta, herbs, and bold flavor—perfect for dinners the whole family will enjoy. author’s note 25 Greek Recipes Packed With Lemon, Feta, And Flavor! I can’t get enough of Greek food. Maybe it’s the warm pita, creamy tzatziki, bright lemon rice, grilled chicken, or how … Read more