The air has turned crisp here in Northern California, with sharp winds reminding us that winter is approaching. We welcome the Pacific storm systems that promise much-needed rain and mountain snow. After years of severe drought, many of us are hopeful that El Niño will bring enough precipitation to refill reservoirs and begin replenishing the … Read more

Print Recipe Pecan Pralines Enjoy classic Southern pecan pralines made the old-fashioned way: rich brown and granulated sugar, butter, evaporated milk, and plenty of toasted pecans. These golden, creamy candies are chewy with a delicate snap and make a perfect homemade treat. Course: Dessert Cuisine: American Servings: 24 pralines Ingredients 1 1/2 c. light brown … Read more

With Easter just a few days away, here’s a simple and charming idea: Cadbury Creme Egg Cupcakes. I’m a sucker for anything mini, so when I spotted mini Cadbury Creme Eggs at Target I tossed a few into my cart. At first I wasn’t sure whether I’d eat them all at once or turn them … Read more

An easy, healthy White Bean and Tuna Salad tossed in a bright Mediterranean lemon and olive oil dressing. This protein- and fiber-packed salad is made with pantry staples and comes together in about 15 minutes, making it ideal for a quick lunch or a light dinner. I love salads that are fast to prepare, filling … Read more

White Chocolate Snickerdoodles are the classic snickerdoodle cookie with white chocolate chips baked throughout, taking the familiar cinnamon-sugar treat to a new level of deliciousness. We love the warm cinnamon-sugar flavor of snickerdoodles so much we’ve adapted it into breads, bars, and snacks. This version keeps the classic snickerdoodle base and folds in white chocolate … Read more

BLT Chaffle with Avocado – a fresh, low-carb spin on the classic BLT sandwich using chaffles instead of bread. Chaffles are simple, versatile waffles made from eggs and cheese and have become a popular low-carb trend online. They’re easy to make, adaptable to sweet or savory flavors, and perfect for sandwiches like this savory BLT … Read more

Grandma’s cabbage rolls, also known as Halupki, are a comforting family favorite. These rolls are filled with a mix of beef, pork and rice, then simmered in a simple tomato-soup-based sauce. You can bake them in the oven, simmer them on the stove, slow-cook them, or speed things up with a pressure cooker like an … Read more

These sweetened condensed milk brownies are rich, fudgy, and perfectly sweet. This one-bowl brownie recipe is easy to make and utterly irresistible. I’m a chocolate lover through and through—dark, deeply flavored, and extra fudgy. Brownies are one of my favorite desserts, so I hold them to high standards. A dry, cakey brownie won’t do; these … Read more

Easy Slow Cooker Chile Verde uses just four simple ingredients to create a comforting, flavorful meal. Tender, juicy chicken simmers in a zesty salsa verde base for a true dump-and-go dinner. Serve over rice or in tortillas and finish with cilantro, lime, cheese, avocado, or sour cream for a meal the whole family will enjoy. … Read more

Strawberry ice cream cake—few desserts say summer like this one. Strawberries are a quintessential warm-weather fruit, and when they’re just-picked they’re impossible to resist. I’m lucky to have a strawberry stand down the street that always has the best, sweetest berries. I buy them and they disappear within minutes. As a child I requested ice … Read more