Oatmeal is a versatile base that adapts well to a variety of fruits and nuts. In this recipe, figs add natural sweetness and texture, but you can easily substitute other fruits or nuts to suit your taste. Pin Print Fig Oatmeal 3.6 from 9 votes Oatmeal makes an excellent, customizable breakfast—add fresh fruit and nuts … Read more

Choosing eggs at the grocery store can feel overwhelming. Cartons display many labels and descriptions — free run, free range, organic, omega-3, and more. What do these terms actually mean, and which eggs should you buy? Sometimes I get eggs from my nephew’s farm, where hens roam freely. Most often, though, I buy eggs at … Read more

Skip the canned soup and make this Homemade Green Bean Casserole from scratch with a silky mushroom sauce. Tender, vibrant green beans are coated in a creamy garlic-herb sauce and finished with crunchy fried onions—simple to prepare and delicious every time. This easy green bean casserole is one of the best holiday sides: bright green … Read more

Regular jam? No thanks.Freezer jam? I’ll do anything for it! PreviousNext It’s the only jam that’s worth eating in my opinion! 🤣 Each spring when berries go on sale I make a big batch of freezer jam so we have it throughout the year. It is so good. Try this jam on… Sourdough Sandwich Bread … Read more

My lighter Southwestern buttermilk ranch dressing captures bold, south-of-the-border flavors while keeping the fat and calories low. It’s creamy and satisfying—enough that no one will guess it’s a lighter version. The Pitfalls of Salad At the start of a new year many of us try to eat healthier or lose a few pounds, and adding … Read more

Plant-based milk has expanded into a wide range of flavorful choices, and few are as rich and versatile as oat milk. Its creamy texture makes it perfect for baking, cereal, and coffee—so why does oat milk sometimes separate in your cup? There are many reasons people turn to dairy alternatives for their morning coffee, and … Read more

With climate-related challenges increasing, sustainable living has become a central conversation. It’s easy to point fingers at large institutions or other people, but it’s also important to examine our own daily choices. No one is perfect, and everyone faces different constraints and priorities, but small changes add up. Assessing where you are and making gradual … Read more

I’m happy to be partnering with Horizon Organic to share what three little boys have taught me over the last eight years and an easy kid-friendly recipe for Waffled Pizza Pockets you’ll love. Getting kids to make healthy food choices can be a challenge. Sugar-filled snacks and colorful packaging compete for their attention, and even … Read more

Instant Pot Gumbo is a flavorful, easy-to-make dish loaded with shrimp, sausage, and a savory Cajun base. This shrimp and sausage gumbo delivers deep, comforting flavors and is one you’ll return to again and again. If you enjoy seafood and sausage recipes, try my Instant Pot Shrimp Boil, creamy shrimp pasta, or Instant Pot sausage … Read more

Lengua de Gato are delightfully thin, crisp, and buttery cookies that trace their popularity to the Philippines. Their name—Spanish for “cat’s tongue”—comes from their long, narrow shape. Traditionally lightly golden and fragile, these cookies deliver a pleasant, melt-in-your-mouth crunch. With just a few simple ingredients—butter, sugar, egg whites, flour, and a touch of extract—the recipe … Read more