These Maple Mashed Sweet Potatoes are velvety, rich, and wonderfully creamy. Roasted whole sweet potatoes are sweetened with maple syrup, then finished with butter and crème fraîche for a silky, indulgent side dish. If you want a change from maple sweet potato casserole, stuffed sweet potatoes, or classic mashed potatoes, try these easy maple mashed … Read more
These crispy loaded potato skins are piled high with black beans, vegetables, vegan cheese, and tangy vegan sour cream. They make a flavorful plant-based appetizer that’s hearty enough to serve as a main dish. Potato skins are a classic bar snack, but traditional versions are loaded with dairy and bacon. This recipe reinvents loaded potato … Read more
If the phrase “just bring an appetizer” gives you instant anxiety, meet your new go-to: Cranberry Brie Crescent Bake. It looks elegant, tastes indulgent, and comes together with almost no effort. Best of all, guests will assume you spent hours on it. This recipe combines three irresistible elements: flaky crescent dough, creamy brie, and bright … Read more
Some recipes endure because they simply work, and these gluten-free zucchini fritters have been a favorite on our family table for more than 50 years. Crisp, golden parmesan zucchini pancakes made with only four simple ingredients make a reliably tasty savory snack or side. Serve warm with sour cream, applesauce, butter, or your favorite dip and watch them disappear.
Iced peppermint chocolate cookies are an easy, festive treat: chocolate cookie bases topped with a peppermint buttercream and finished with crushed candy cane for a crunchy, minty bite. These cookies come together quickly and deliver a satisfying chocolate-and-mint combination that’s perfect for the holidays or anytime you want a peppermint twist. These cookies use a … Read more
Santa Fe Taco Salad with Cool Salsa Ranch brings peppery arugula and vibrant Southwest flavors together with crunchy ranch tortilla chips and a bright Cool Salsa Ranch for a simple, satisfying meal. I’m not just sharing a salad recipe today—this is really about the Cool Salsa Ranch. I make ranch dressing nearly every week … Read more
Cabbage — a humble, dense vegetable with a long history in many cuisines — is enjoying renewed appreciation. Long overlooked because it’s inexpensive and plentiful, cabbage is surprisingly versatile: eat it raw, pickle it, grill it, roast it, braise it, sauté it or ferment it. It bulks up dishes, keeps well and adapts to many … Read more
We had a busy, fun-filled weekend. Kevin’s mom, Renee, flew in from Victoria on Thursday evening. On Friday we enjoyed muffins, walked the dogs, and stopped at the grocery store for a few dinner items. Later we picked up Kevin from the airport and rushed home to prepare a barbecue for my parents, who were … Read more
Everyone asks what the Best Rides in Magic Kingdom are, so here is our list! This is our Top Ten of the Best Rides in Magic Kingdom! Magic Kingdom is full of classic attractions and new favorites. While individual tastes vary, this list reflects rides we personally prioritize whenever we visit. Below is our Top … Read more
These homemade healthy goldfish crackers are quick and easy to make. They taste like the store-bought version but use just a few simple ingredients. I first adapted this idea after making homemade Cheez-It style crackers and decided to create a goldfish-shaped variation. Cutting many small fish shapes sounded tedious until I found a 5-in-one fish … Read more