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

Make my easy and nutritious Apple Chicken Salad for your child’s lunch box or serve it as a wholesome after-school snack or quick family lunch. Use crisp, in-season apples for a chicken salad recipe kids and adults both enjoy. Even picky eaters often give this simple combination two thumbs up. For a lighter, more nutritious … Read more

Some may say it’s a little early for holiday baking, but creamy fudge is delicious any time of year. I usually think of fudge as a pre-Christmas treat, yet this white chocolate cookies & cream fudge proves it belongs on the dessert table year-round. This recipe started as an adaptation from a great blog I … Read more

Discover the simple pleasure of a classic Southern favorite: a bone-in fried pork chop sandwich piled with tomato, onion, mustard, and mayonnaise. Crisp outside, juicy inside, this sandwich is quick to make and deeply satisfying—perfect for picnics, fishing trips, or a hearty family meal. Marrekus grew up in Memphis and fondly remembers summers in Mississippi … Read more

Photos for this recipe are from Erin Hungsberg (IG: erin_hungsberg) These grilled skirt steak pinwheels are a flavorful and impressive way to serve steak. Tender skirt steak is filled with herby pesto, salty prosciutto and nutty provolone, then rolled and grilled to juicy perfection. They work great as an appetizer or main dish and travel … Read more

I’ve been sick for the past few days, and that’s never any fun. One comfort has been my Instant Pot — it makes simple, nourishing meals with very little effort. When you don’t have the energy to stand at the stove, a one-pot meal like Lentils and Rice with Rutabaga is ideal: it’s warming, filling, … Read more

The Hairy Bikers Sausage Casserole is a rich, comforting dish full of flavor — a great option for family dinners and chilly evenings. This version follows the Hairy Bikers’ style: sausages simmered with bacon, onions, garlic, tomatoes, herbs and butter beans to create a thick, stew-like casserole that pairs perfectly with bread, rice or mashed … Read more