This baked ricotta chicken is a new weeknight favorite. With just 5 main ingredients — creamy ricotta cheese, boneless chicken breasts, garlic, Italian seasoning, and marinara sauce — it’s an easy, satisfying dinner when you’re short on time or energy. Start by searing the chicken breasts, then top each piece with a herbed ricotta mixture … Read more

The easiest and best Cocoa Brownies recipe you’ll ever make. All you need is a bowl and good cocoa powder for this simple, satisfying brownie recipe. Some of you have asked whether I care about fat content in my recipes, and others have accused me of being cruel for sharing a rich cocoa brownies recipe … Read more

An Oregon wine tasting review of Evening Land Vineyards, highlighting its Willamette Valley terroir, polished Pinot Noir, cozy Pacific Northwest tasting cabins, and what makes a visit memorable. There’s a particular Pacific Northwest charm to Willamette Valley wine tasting, and a visit to Evening Land Vineyards makes that charm undeniable. We recently toured Evening Land … Read more

This Instant Pot gumbo, packed with shrimp and kielbasa sausage, is a hearty, comforting meal that you can make in under 30 minutes. We love this version of gumbo because it’s rich, filling, and easy to prepare. The flavors brought back memories of a trip to New Orleans, where the city and its cuisine left … Read more

These High Protein Pumpkin Bars capture all the cozy flavors of pumpkin pie in a lighter, grab-and-go form. Made from simple ingredients, each bar delivers satisfying protein and fall spice without fuss. Yogurt and pumpkin are a surprisingly perfect pair. I have a batch of these high protein pumpkin bars in my fridge right now … Read more

A green bean casserole is a beloved Thanksgiving side. Made with fresh green beans, this from-scratch casserole assembles quickly and bakes into a creamy, flavorful dish with a crisp panko topping. I’m excited to share this fresh green bean casserole recipe. It’s been a family favorite for years and is simple enough to become a … Read more

This easy red wine vinaigrette comes together in minutes using just a few pantry staples. Bright red wine vinegar is balanced with fruity olive oil, Dijon mustard, fresh garlic and dried herbs for a sweet-tangy dressing that instantly elevates salads and roasted vegetables. 5 Minute Red Wine Vinaigrette Recipe Made with pantry staples so you … Read more

It’s been a confusing week, but this recipe feels like a small treasure. Using the spelt sweet shortcrust pastry (pâte sucrée) I posted previously and filling it with a thick, silky lemon curd produces a lovely spelt tarte au citron. The tart balances bright, sharp citrus with a soft, crumbly sweet spelt crust — an … Read more

You may not want to try these Ooey Gooey Pecan Cheesecake Bars — consider yourself warned. Once you taste these rich, buttery bites, it’s hard to stop. With just a box of cake mix, cream cheese, a little butter and a few eggs, you can make an irresistible dessert everyone will love. My friend Kenna … Read more