In this episode, Kathy shares a simple basil pesto recipe and offers practical tips for freezing pesto so you can enjoy it year-round. Play the episode Recipes Find the complete recipe for Basil Pesto. Recipes using pesto Creamy Pesto Gnocchi Cheesy Pesto Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese with Pesto Pesto Chicken Sandwich In this episode you’ll … Read more
This colorful, festive baked rice pilaf is perfect for celebrations. Bright and full of holiday flavors, it’s made by combining rice with a mix of fragrant ingredients in an oven dish, pouring over hot stock, and baking until tender. Finish with a zesty green tahini sauce, crumbled feta, pomegranate seeds, and fresh sage for a … Read more
Our Slow Cooker Pasta Fagioli is an easy set-it-and-forget-it meal that works any night of the week. Unlike lighter pasta e fagioli soups, this version is thick and hearty—more like a goulash—making it ideal for meal prep and feeding the whole family. Slow Cooker Pasta Fagioli I use my slow cooker all the time for … Read more
Skillet Baked Apples are one of my favorite treats when the evenings turn crisp and the air feels like fall. Once I start opening windows instead of running the air conditioner, I reach for warm, comforting recipes — and these baked apples are at the top of the list.
They’re wonderfully simple to make and perfect for sharing. I love recipes that are easy, family-friendly, and full of comforting flavors. These baked apples deliver on all of that.
This is the best Gluten Free Taco Bake — a quick, family-friendly meal perfect for busy weeknights. Layers of creamy refried beans, seasoned ground beef, salsa, corn, crunchy tortilla chips, shredded romaine, and fresh taco toppings make this casserole comforting, flavorful, and easy to customize. It’s a great gluten- and dairy-free dinner to keep in … Read more
This easy homemade Gluten-Free Bagels recipe uses almond flour, white and brown rice flours, and arrowroot starch for a chewy, satisfying bite. Serve warm with your favorite spread — cream cheese, jam, or nut butter — for a delicious gluten-free breakfast. Vegan-friendly. If you thought chewy, fresh bagels were off-limits on a gluten-free diet, this … Read more
Nothing says summer like a tall glass of classic lemonade. The cold glass in your hand, the bright citrus aroma, and the perfect balance of sweet and tart make a hot afternoon feel like a celebration. This old fashioned lemonade recipe is straightforward and refreshing. With just fresh lemons, water, and sugar (or a sugar … Read more
Chocolate Strawberry Shortcake with Amaretto Cream is an easy, elegant twist on classic strawberry shortcake. This spring-ready dessert features chocolate shortcakes layered with Amaretto-spiked cream and fresh strawberries; it can also be made alcohol-free by substituting milk for the liqueur. Chocolate Strawberry Shortcake with Amaretto Cream I set out to make a plain strawberry shortcake … Read more
When was the last time you felt overwhelmed and unable to do it all? Was it today? This week? Me too. Many moms feel continuously exhausted and overwhelmed, and that’s even more common now. A large part of that stress comes from the expectations we place on ourselves and the expectations we feel from others. … Read more
Looking for the perfect Italian Almond Biscotti Recipe? This classic Italian treat—often called cantucci—is crisp, packed with almond flavor, and easy to personalize with your favorite mix-ins. Below you’ll find clear tips to master this traditional twice-baked cookie. It’s a simple, authentic recipe you’ll return to again and again. “Made these tonight for my Husband … Read more