I love an easy appetizer, and this baked brie and jam wrapped in puff pastry — also known as brie en croûte — is one of my favorites. With just a wheel of brie, a sheet of frozen puff pastry, and your favorite preserves, you can create a melty, creamy, sweet-and-savory appetizer that’s flaky and … Read more

Quick, saucy, and deeply satisfying, yaki udon is the perfect weeknight noodle dish. This version features savory ground chicken, crisp vegetables, and thick, chewy udon noodles tossed in a rich, umami-forward sauce. It captures everything you love about takeout—made at home in about 30 minutes. What Exactly Is Yaki Udon? Yaki udon is a Japanese … Read more

Meal kit delivery services have exploded in popularity. Is HelloFresh worth it? Here are six clear thoughts from a busy mom who tried it with a family of six. My husband and I both work full time with four kids and packed schedules. We were eating out too often, so I decided to try HelloFresh … Read more

This is a classic Italian Pasta with Broccoli Rabe and Sausage that’s perfect for busy weeknights. I grew up eating this—hot after school or cold from the fridge—and it never gets old. The sauce is savory and silky without any cream, and the whole meal comes together in under 45 minutes. Why this recipe A … Read more

This Panettone Bread Pudding is the perfect way to transform leftover panettone into something warm, comforting, and a little bit elegant. It bakes up creamy and buttery, studded with the panettone’s dried fruit and orange zest, and finished with crunchy sliced almonds and caramelized edges. Ideal for a holiday brunch or as a decadent dessert, … Read more

Tips for seasonal cooking for July including curated lists of in-season produce, suggestions for using preserved items, and favorite recipes to simplify meal planning. Plus download the free printable seasonal menu planning pages to help you focus on cooking through the seasons and build a custom seasonal eating plan. This article is part of a … Read more

This homemade Golden Oreo recipe is my take on the classic vanilla sandwich cookie. Thin, crisp golden cookies enclose a thick vanilla creme filling that’s rich and satisfying. Made entirely from scratch with straightforward ingredients, this version is egg-free, dairy-free, and vegan-friendly. After refining my chocolate Oreo recipe, I developed a Golden Oreo that captures … Read more

This is an easy and reliable Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Chicken recipe: fall-apart tender, juicy, slightly sweet, and deeply satisfying. Serve the shredded chicken in buns for sandwiches, over rice, mashed potatoes, or simply on a slice of bread. This pulled chicken is inspired by a family favorite slow cooker rib recipe that leans toward … Read more

This paleo and vegan pistachio ice cream is refined sugar free and eggless yet unbelievably thick and creamy. Both churn and no‑churn methods are included. After returning from Italy I couldn’t stop thinking about pistachio gelato. The delicate, nutty pistachio flavor and the restrained sweetness were unforgettable. I wanted a homemade version that kept that … Read more

I was working from home when the doorbell rang and a delightful surprise arrived. My friend Stephanie had sent a thoughtfully assembled package—one of the monthly food parcels we exchange to stay close despite the miles between us. We’ve grown much closer over the past year, and these small rituals of sending and receiving food … Read more