These Blackstone Mediterranean Breakfast Sandwiches were my entry in the 2025 Griddle Battle — and they won FIRST place! Below I’ll walk you through how I made this flavorful breakfast or brunch sandwich so you can recreate the award-winning result at home. How to make Blackstone Mediterranean Breakfast Sandwiches 1. Preheat your Blackstone or flat … Read more
In college I spent a winter semester living in London and quickly learned that suede shoes aren’t the most practical choice for a rainy climate. When it rains most days, high-maintenance footwear that soaks up slush and stains easily becomes more trouble than it’s worth. That got me wondering why many winter boots are made … Read more
Firecracker Chicken features crispy chunks of white meat tossed in a bold sweet, sour, and spicy glaze. It’s an ideal choice for anyone who enjoys heat with their dinner.
If you enjoy spicy-sweet dishes, try other favorites such as Hunan Beef and General Tso Chicken for more bold, takeout-style flavors.
Saint Patrick’s Day Hot Chocolate Bombs Recipe – creamy white hot chocolate encased in a melting cocoa bomb and finished with festive St. Patrick’s Day sprinkles. These white chocolate hot cocoa bombs, filled with playful St. Patrick’s Day sprinkles, are a fun and tasty project the whole family can enjoy. Kids especially love spooning chocolate … Read more
These cream cheese mints are one of my favorite old-fashioned treats to make during the holidays. Soft and melt-in-your-mouth, they combine creamy sweetness with a bright peppermint bite. With just cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and peppermint extract, the dough comes together quickly and pipes into pretty swirls. I like to add red and green … Read more
There are many ways to prepare vegetables—roasting, glazing, and steaming among them—to boost flavor and appeal. Using proper cooking techniques is essential to encouraging students to eat more vegetables. What is Steaming? Steaming is a moist-heat cooking method that uses the steam from boiling water to cook vegetables. Once vegetables are steamed properly, you can … Read more
This Zucchini Lemon Pasta is part of the Summer Savory Series and makes a perfect warm-weather dinner when you want something light yet comforting. It’s quick to prepare, feels a little special without fuss, and is an excellent way to use up extra summer zucchini. Serve this lemon zucchini pasta on its own or pair … Read more
This easy Buffalo Chicken Dip is creamy, cheesy, and packed with tangy Buffalo flavor — and it’s made without cream cheese. It’s perfect for game day, potlucks, or any gathering. Serve it hot or cold with fresh vegetables, pita, tortilla chips, or crackers. Unlike traditional cream cheese-based versions, this recipe uses sour cream (or full-fat … Read more
Pulled chicken is a simple, crowd-pleasing way to prepare smoked poultry. Smoke a whole chicken or quarter it, shred the meat, and serve it sauced on small rolls for Easy Pulled BBQ Chicken Sliders. Chicken is an underrated canvas for flavor. For these sliders we season simply, smoke the bird, shred the meat, and combine … Read more
With the holiday this week, announcements are lighter than usual, but there’s still plenty to look forward to. Favorite films are returning to theaters — some even in IMAX — new series are debuting, and several summer blockbusters have been dated. Don’t miss the local events, special screenings, and a fun giveaway listed below. Also … Read more