Black pepper may be one of the most familiar ingredients in the kitchen, but it does much more than add a little heat. Learn why freshly ground pepper tastes better, how grind size changes flavor, when to add pepper while cooking, and why this humble spice deserves a permanent place next to the stove.
Recipes with stories, music always playing, and usually a Springer Spaniel nearby waiting for a taste test.
An old family favorite makes a delicious comeback! This homemade Cincinnati chili features finely textured ground beef, warm spices, and a long, slow simmer that creates an unforgettable sauce for spaghetti.
This cozy Salmon Noodle Casserole is an easy old-fashioned dinner made with canned salmon, tender egg noodles, peas and cheddar cheese, finished with a crispy buttery garlic breadcrumb topping.
This easy Kitchen Sink Frittata is loaded with crispy potatoes, peppers and onions, ham, andouille sausage, green chiles and cheddar cheese. Use what you have, make it your own, and turn those fridge leftovers into one seriously delicious breakfast, brunch or dinner.
Creamy, buttery Parmesan polenta doesn’t have to mean standing over the stove stirring forever. This easy stovetop polenta cooks low and slow with just an occasional stir, giving you rich, fluffy, perfectly creamy polenta that’s delicious straight from the pot or chilled and fried or grilled later.
Fresh tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers and basil tossed with olive oil and balsamic make the easiest summer salad. When the veggies are fresh from the farm, you really don’t need much else!
Nothing says summer like fresh corn on the cob! Learn the best ways to cook it, how to pick the freshest ears at the farmers market, the differences between yellow, white, and bi-color corn, and delicious ways to use leftover kernels in your favorite recipes.
The older I get, the more I realize that my favorite things aren’t really things at all. They’re dinners around the table, laughter, long conversations, ordinary afternoons, and time spent with the people I love most.
Hydration, happiness, and a water bottle that rarely leaves my side! I drink water all day, every day – and honestly, I love it. From delivery jugs to my favorite reusable bottle, here’s why water is one of my favorite things.
From tuna melts to roast beef gooey goodness, sandwich melts are the ultimate comfort food. Try these 7 different types of melts for lunch, dinner, or to serve alongside a cozy bowl of soup.
Couch naps are the ultimate act of comfort – short, sweet, and soul-soothing. Here’s why they’re the best kind of rest.
Late August in Connecticut means sweaters and falling leaves, but I’m still slipping into my one trusty pair of flip flops. Holding onto summer until the very last moment.
Black raspberry ice cream is a summertime classic – tart, sweet, and perfectly purple. Discover why this flavor is worth hunting for at your favorite ice cream stand.
Black pepper may be one of the most familiar ingredients in the kitchen, but it does much more than add a little heat. Learn why freshly ground pepper tastes better, how grind size changes flavor, when to add pepper while cooking, and why this humble spice deserves a permanent place next to the stove.
Nothing says summer like fresh corn on the cob! Learn the best ways to cook it, how to pick the freshest ears at the farmers market, the differences between yellow, white, and bi-color corn, and delicious ways to use leftover kernels in your favorite recipes.
Brining pork before cooking is one of the easiest ways to get juicier, more flavorful meat. Here’s why it works and how to do it at home.