Just eight ingredients, five minutes and a blender are all you need to make a fast, fresh pizza sauce you’ll reach for every time. No cooking required — and it’s easy to freeze for later. We eat pizza at home a lot — lately it’s become my go-to dinner when I’m unsure what to make. … Read more

This Authentic Italian Chicken Cacciatore is simple to prepare, feeds a family with leftovers, and captures the rich, rustic flavors of Italy. Cacciatore, meaning “hunter’s style,” features braised chicken thighs in a savory tomato sauce finished with briny capers and olives. Love braised dishes that fill the house with comforting aromas? Try other favorites like … Read more

I love a fruity summer dessert with a playful name. If blueberry peach pandowdy sounds like a winner, pull up a chair! If you enjoy whimsically named desserts, you might like my lazy peach sonker or mixed cherry berry grunt. Today we’re focusing on pandowdy—while apple pandowdy is classic, I’m partial to this juicy blueberry-peach … Read more

Cranberry wine is a winter favorite: fruity and warming, with enough sweetness to balance the cranberries’ natural tartness. After tasting cranberry wine at a local vineyard, I decided to make my own. The result is warm, fruity, and well balanced, with a pleasant tart astringency that gives the wine character. Instead of serving cranberry sauce … Read more

From bread and biscuits to salads and roasted vegetables, this roundup highlights side dishes that pair beautifully with a steaming bowl of chili as fall turns to winter. With a few thoughtful sides, a bowl of chili becomes a complete, comforting meal. 30+ Delicious Side Dishes to Pair with Your Bowl of Chili We love … Read more

These healthy banana oatmeal muffins have quickly become a favorite breakfast in our little family. They’re an easy, nutritious muffin made without flour or refined sugar, high in fiber and perfect for meal prep. Make a double batch of these flourless banana oatmeal muffins to have breakfasts or snacks ready for the week. They work … Read more

Granola becomes especially appealing during active seasons—when outdoor workouts, yard work, or long summer hikes demand quick, sustaining energy. Homemade granola delivers that boost without leaving you feeling weighed down, and it’s easy to customize to your taste. Homemade granola, granola bars, or energy bars make a perfect grab-and-go breakfast or snack for busy mornings. … Read more

You’re going to love how quick and easy this candy drizzled popcorn is! *this post contains affiliate links for your convenience. If you decide to make a purchase, I may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. See my full disclosure policy on the blog for more information. Welcome to day three of … Read more

Gluten Free No-Bake Vegan Nut Free Dairy Free Low Calorie Craving something chewy, sweet and wholesome? These homemade Taro Tang Yuan 汤圆 are an easy, satisfying treat made with just four ingredients: taro, mochiko (glutinous rice) flour, sugar and hot water. Naturally gluten-free and vegan, these rice balls combine a tender, slightly elastic exterior with … Read more