Hey friends❣️ I remember cooking with millet back in the 70s and 80s, but it’s a grain many people aren’t familiar with. It’s a naturally gluten-free whole grain that cooks up tender with a pleasantly chewy bite ~ almost like pasta! It's full of fiber, plant protein, antioxidants, and all that good stuff. 🫜 Spring Millet Salad I’ve always loved grain salads ~ they're so satisfying, and when you add lots of fresh veggies, herbs, greens, and sometimes cheese, they become a feast. They’re right...
about 15 hours ago • 1 min read
Hey friends❣️ Today I'm sharing a brand new carrot cake bar that doesn’t pull any punches ~ these babies are loaded. 🥕 Carrot Cake Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting These loaded carrot cake bars got a universal thumbs up from all my taste testers, ages 3-70. The’re so much lighter than a layer cake, but are definitely rich enough to satisfy any dessert craving. The contrast between the moist chunky carrot base with the fluffy cream cheese frosting is really great. And since you might have some...
3 days ago • 1 min read
Hey friends❣️ Happy Sunday! Do you consider it the end of the week, or the start? I’m definitely on team end of week. But that doesn’t mean my Sundays are slow. I’m head chef for our weekly family dinner and while sometimes we go the paper plates and pizza route, it’s also a chance for me to try out fun ideas on the group. Last week I did a baked potato bar. I use a big 24" lazy susan (you can see it in my winter cheeseboard post.) I put it in the center of our round dining room table and...
5 days ago • 1 min read
Hey friends❣️ 🍀 This happened when I whipped Baileys Irish Cream! Baileys Irish Cream Mousse I call this one of my 'emergency desserts', it's a no-bake wonder that you can whip up in a matter of minutes. The texture is light and creamy, and the flavor is layered with chocolate, vanilla, coffee, and a lingering hint of Baileys. It's not overly sweet and none of the flavors hits you over the head. I think you'll love it. I'm in full Irish mode right now, how about you? How to Make Soda Bread ~...
7 days ago • 1 min read
Hey friends❣️ Today I've got for you a few quick breads to help with that mid-week slump. It's the kind of thing I bake for myself when the counter's looking a bit bare. The orange bread is brand new today! Orange Poppy Seed Bread Lemon Poppy Seed Zucchini Bread Blueberry Poppy Seed Bread See more quick breads here. What you're loving lately... Stuffed Cabbage Casserole 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 "I made it with Napa cabbage and ground turkey and it was delicious!" ~ T2 Reviews from readers like you are a big...
8 days ago • 1 min read
Hey friends❣️ My husband and I both loved this soup, and we had a lot of it! This recipe went through more rounds of testing than most, but it was worth it. If you love classic Swiss fondue, you'll definitely want to try it. Swiss Cheese Fondue Soup The key to the authentic flavor is obvious ~ use authentic ingredients, which means Swiss Emmental and Gruyère cheeses, it makes all the difference. Get the recipe menu suggestions Steak Frites with Parmesan Butter French Mustard Chicken Chopped...
11 days ago • 1 min read
knead Hey friends❣️ We made it! Daylight Saving Time, the first official days of spring… it’s all happening this month. So what’s on the menu? Think asparagus, artichokes, peas, and the first fresh greens we’ve been craving after a long winter. Also my homemade Thin Mint Cookies ~ they trend every March 💚 Get the Asparagus Bisque Recipe The BEST of March... Let's start with asparagus. Pick up a bunch or two of those little soldiers standing at attention in the produce aisle. They're going to...
12 days ago • 1 min read
Hey friends❣️ Here they are, the winners of this week's recipe popularity contest! Irish Farmhouse Apple Cake "This is the most delicious and perfect apple cake ever! I bake it over and over." ~BECKY Lemon Basil Chicken "I made this recipe (lemon basil chicken thighs) for the first time tonight, and both my husband and I loved it! Lots of flavor and the sauce is so good, we had to dip bread in it! Delicious! I didn’t have any sherry so substituted dry vermouth…. Thank you for your...
14 days ago • 2 min read
Hey friends❣️ Oh this is going to be fun! Bring a little Bridgerton magic to your table with an elegant afternoon tea spread that’s romantic, classic, and just a touch rebellious ~ these recipes work just as beautifully for everyday treats, a cozy viewing night, or any time you want something a little special.I’ll even show you how to make my heart-shaped tea sandwiches (think lunchboxes, too!) Afternoon Tea, From Sweet to Savory Get the recipes What you're loving lately... Bourbon Banana...
15 days ago • 1 min read
Hey friends❣️ Have you noticed? I’ve been on a bit of a dinner kick lately ~ a nice little micro-collection of lighter, brighter meals: super fun shrimp packets impossibly tender ricotta meatballs and this crispy chicken salad It feels like we’re turning the corner toward fresher eating, and today’s new dinner fits right in. My husband went crazy for these meatballs, and I’m sharing some simple tricks for keeping them extra tender and packed with flavor ~ tips you can use in lots of other...
16 days ago • 1 min read