These Traeger Carnitas are taco perfection. Start with a well-seasoned pork shoulder, smoke it low and slow on a pellet grill, then finish the pulled pork on a hot griddle or cast-iron skillet to develop crispy, caramelized edges. Traeger Carnitas Traeger carnitas rely on time and temperature to build deep flavor. Pork shoulder is the … Read more

The Instant Pot is perfect when you need a quick, satisfying meal. With a few pantry staples and a package of boneless, skinless chicken breasts you can make Instant Pot French Onion Chicken that’s rich, comforting, and ready in about 30 minutes. A packet of French onion soup mix and a can of cream of … Read more

The yogurt in these fluffy Strawberry Yogurt Pancakes adds a protein boost and they’re sweetened only with honey. Ideal for breakfast or a healthy snack for the whole family. Strawberries are at their best right now—sweet, juicy and affordable when in season. I love using seasonal fruit, whether I’m eating them straight from the punnet … Read more

Have you heard of photosensitive or phototoxic essential oils? Some essential oils can trigger a skin reaction when exposed to sunlight. This response, called photosensitivity or phototoxicity, can result in blistering where the oil was applied, severe sunburn, or long-lasting changes in skin pigmentation. It’s something to avoid. Many of the essential oils that can … Read more

Fruity ice cream that feels like summer in a scoop — that’s what Jello Ice Cream delivers. This simple recipe combines a creamy homemade base with the bright, concentrated fruit flavor of a box of Jello for an easy, colorful frozen dessert. Whether you use an ice cream maker or freeze it in a container, … Read more

After a very hot month, the zucchini in our garden finally slowed down, though at the height of the season I was harvesting five or six a day. Zucchini is wonderfully versatile, but eating it every day can get repetitive. Thankfully, my chickens happily take the extras, and I also froze baked goods to have … Read more

This sweet pickle recipe, made with freshly brewed sweet tea, will delight any pickle lover. Sweet, tangy, and refreshing. Today I’m joining the Recipe Redux crew for round two. This month’s theme is Cooking with Tea. “Tea cups around the world are bubbling up with bold new flavors: from cardamom chai and sencha green to … Read more

These Reese’s stuffed cupcakes are a peanut butter lover’s dream: moist chocolate cupcakes with a Reese’s peanut butter cup baked inside and finished with chocolate or peanut butter frosting. Reese’s Chocolate Peanut Butter Cupcakes These peanut butter cup stuffed cupcakes hide a mini Reese’s inside each cupcake. Creamy peanut butter encased by rich chocolate cake … Read more

Is there a more classic game-day dish than Buffalo wings? For many, football season doubles as wing season. I love Buffalo sauce so much I could put it on almost anything. Every season I make Buffalo wings for at least one or two watch parties, and they always disappear fast. While many restaurants deep-fry wings … Read more

Homemade Whipped Ricotta Dip is an elegant, creamy appetizer that’s ready in about five minutes. Bright lemon zest, a drizzle of honey, and a sprinkle of herbs and spices finish this light, savory dip—perfect for entertaining or a simple snack. This whipped ricotta is incredibly simple to make, naturally gluten-free, and easy to prepare ahead … Read more