If you want a cheerful, crowd-pleasing appetizer for Thanksgiving or any fall gathering, this turkey fruit tray is an excellent choice. It’s simple to assemble, looks festive on the table, and is a favorite with kids and adults alike. My sister Jennifer brought this adorable turkey-shaped fruit platter to our Thanksgiving celebration last year, and … Read more

This homemade hamburger bun recipe yields exceptional buns. One warning: once you try them, store-bought buns won’t hold up to comparison—you may never buy them again. Last Updated on April 12, 2025 – Originally posted on July 3, 2010 Featured Comment These were the easiest and most delicious hamburger buns we have ever had. My … Read more

Thanksgiving is only one week away! It’s time to start planning side dishes. The turkey is important, but for many of us the sides steal the show. We have our family favorites, yet I always enjoy trying something new—especially this year while I’m following an AIP-friendly approach. Roasted vegetables are one of the simplest and … Read more

This Hidden Veggie Chicken Soup is classic comfort food: straightforward to make, deeply nourishing, and beautifully colored thanks to the blended vegetables. It’s ideal for picky eaters because the vegetables are pureed into a silky, smooth broth. Warm and soothing, it’s perfect for cold weather, a snow day, or when someone needs a little extra … Read more

If you love rocky road, these fudgy Rocky Road Cookies will hit the spot. A tender, deeply chocolate cookie is crowned with gooey marshmallows and finished with a chocolate-almond frosting for a true rocky road experience in cookie form. Table of Contents What goes into this Recipe Add-Ins How to make Rocky Road Sheet Cake … Read more

Broken Glass Juice Gelatin: a colorful, juicy and creamy dessert that’s fun, eye-catching and light — perfect for holidays or any gathering year-round. Made from real juices instead of boxed gelatin mixes, this broken glass jello is a crowd-pleaser for Thanksgiving, Christmas or any celebration. This recipe fills a 5-quart (11×17″) baking dish and serves … Read more

When I was in boarding school there was a gloriously awful Chinese takeout called China Star. Nearly every Taft student ordered from there, and during my sophomore year I easily ate two or three white-carton meals a week. At the time I was strangely proud of that statistic. My China Star obsession stemmed from limited … Read more

This Spiced Meat Pie with Phyllo Crust is an impressive main course. Ground meat with raisins, pistachios, and warm spices wrapped in crisp phyllo. This Spiced Meat Pie with Phyllo Crust makes a striking centerpiece for a dinner party or a leisurely weekend meal. It takes a bit of time and attention to assemble, but … Read more

This week’s blogging marathon falls on the last week of February and the theme I chose is “Bookmarked.” As part of the challenge I decided to prepare three dishes from other marathon participants who used the same theme. For day one I picked a simple, quick chocolate mug cake inspired by Sapana of Cooking with … Read more