This four-ingredient Strawberry Grapefruit Smoothie is incredibly simple. A ruby red grapefruit, strawberries, a banana and orange juice are blended together in seconds to make a bright, refreshing breakfast or snack.
Scarpariello Chicken Recipe: Italian Peppers & Vinegar
Meet your new favorite chicken dish – Chicken Scarpariello. This comforting one-pot meal begins by sautéing peppers and onions on the stovetop, then finishing the dish by roasting browned chicken thighs in the oven. Chicken Scarpariello is exceptional when served with roasted potatoes to soak up the tangy white wine sauce. *This post includes a … Read more
Creamy Chicken Penne with Broccoli
Finding recipes that please both children and adults can be a challenge, but this Creamy Broccoli Chicken Penne reliably works in our household. It combines two kinds of cheese—cream cheese for a silky sauce and freshly grated Parmesan for a bright, savory finish—which almost always gets the kids on board. I’ll even sprinkle a little … Read more
Snickerdoodle Spider Cookies for Halloween
These snickerdoodle Halloween spider cookies combine a soft, chewy snickerdoodle base with peanut butter cups, spooky eyeball candies or sprinkles, and piped chocolate legs for a fun and festive Halloween treat. If you enjoy seasonal sweets, you may also like other Halloween-themed recipes such as spooky monster cookies and black velvet monster cupcakes. Jump to … Read more
Must-Try Restaurants in Charleston, SC
Hey friends! I wanted to share a concise guide to some of the best restaurants in Charleston that we discovered over a long weekend, plus a few tourist highlights like where to stay and what to see. If you’re planning a trip to Charleston, I hope this roundup helps you plan. It covers standout dining … Read more
Perfect Roast Turkey: Step-by-Step Guide for Juicy Results
If you are planning a family dinner for Thanksgiving or Christmas and wondering how to roast a turkey, this guide will walk you through cooking an unstuffed bird that stays moist and flavorful. I remember my first turkey: I was nervous and worried about undercooking or overcooking it. Over the years I learned that roasting … Read more
Crispy Baked Sweet Potatoes in the Air Fryer
Have you tried making sweet potatoes in an air fryer? You should—it’s delicious!
The air fryer is excellent for preparing all kinds of potatoes, and it works particularly well with sweet potatoes. Baked sweet potatoes in an air fryer are ready in about 30 minutes—much faster than an oven—making them a perfect, simple side dish for any meal. Ready to learn how? Let’s get started in the bistro kitchen.
One-Pot Cajun Shrimp and Rice
Cajun Shrimp and Rice is a bold, flavorful one‑pot meal featuring juicy shrimp, tender rice and vibrant vegetables. This spicy, aromatic skillet dinner comes together quickly—ready in about 30 minutes—and makes a satisfying weeknight meal. Cajun Shrimp and Rice delivers punchy, layered flavor. Plump, golden shrimp pair with perfectly seasoned rice, sautéed onions, garlic and … Read more
Vegan Thai Red Curry (Paleo-Friendly)
This simple Vegan Thai Red Curry is a vegetable-packed dish with an incredibly creamy, savory, sweet, and spicy coconut cream red curry sauce. The recipe is naturally vegetarian, Paleo-friendly, dairy-free, grain-free, and gluten-free. I have loved Thai red curry ever since the first time I tried it, and I enjoy it even more now that … Read more
VeggieTales: Princess and the Popstar – Animated Family Movie
My boys discovered VeggieTales on our streaming service recently, and they’ve become huge fans. When the new release Princess and the Popstar arrived, it was perfect timing for a holiday road trip. We popped the DVD into the van player for the three-hour drive and the movie kept them happily entertained the whole way. I’m … Read more