It’s summer, it’s hot, and you want ice cream. Have you tried banana ice cream yet? It’s simple, satisfying, and surprisingly good. When bananas become extra ripe and you don’t feel like baking banana bread again, slice and freeze them. A quick pulse in a food processor or blender transforms frozen banana slices into a … Read more

These Mint Chocolate Chip Whoopie Pies are a timeless favorite: moist, cakey chocolate cookies sandwiched around a rich mint chocolate chip buttercream. Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any time you’re craving mint and chocolate. Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Whether you’re celebrating with green outfits and good food or just treating yourself, these minty whoopie … Read more

This creamy balsamic dressing takes just five minutes to make and tastes far better than store-bought versions. I prefer making my own dressings at home — from cilantro-lime vinaigrette to lime Caesar and basil-lime vinaigrette — but balsamic vinaigrette remains the classic favorite. Restaurants often taste better because they make theirs from scratch. This simple … Read more

My first cookbook changed my life. A few weeks before I received it I had become vegetarian and I knew almost nothing about cooking. This was the 1980s, when vegetarian options and quick substitutes were not as easy to find as they are today. I devoured The New Moosewood Cookbook like a novel, curled up … Read more

Honey Ginger Pork with Acorn Squash is a cozy, elegant fall meal: slow-cooked honey-ginger pulled pork piled on buttery roasted acorn squash. The pork is cooked in a crockpot with a sweet-savory ginger-garlic glaze while the squash roasts, making this a mostly hands-off dinner that’s hearty and healthy. Turn a simple winter-squash side into the … Read more

Our town has very little to offer in the way of dining. There’s no cheap takeout, no Mexican restaurant, nowhere to grab a decent glass of wine or a cocktail on a Friday night. No upscale grocery store, no trendy food truck, and not even a reliably good slice of pizza. But our village does … Read more

My kids adore everything pumpkin, so I’m always on the lookout for simple, tasty Pumpkin Recipes Kids Can Make. Pumpkin is surprisingly versatile — from baked goods to frozen treats — and these kid-friendly ideas are just the beginning. If you want more recipes that children can help prepare, try exploring peanut butter-based recipes for … Read more

Magic muffins? Absolutely. These Keto Cream Cheese Muffins are incredibly versatile — change the spices, flavors, or cheeses and you can create sweet or savory variations. They work as a low-carb snack or a satisfying meal, suitable for Keto or Carnivore approaches. Truly magic. Keto Cream Cheese Muffins AKA Magic Muffins! These muffins first appeared … Read more

Hello on a beautiful November day! Friends, your response to our new post last week was amazing. Thank you so much to everyone who helped us pick the name for our new weekly series. It was a clear win (72%) for Simply Stated. As we head into the holiday season, we want to acknowledge this … Read more

There are plenty of reasons to make this easy roast chicken for dinner. The aroma of a whole chicken roasting with lemon, garlic and herbs fills the kitchen, and the finished meal is versatile — perfect for dinner with family and ideal as leftovers for sandwiches, salads, or a simple soup made from the bones. … Read more