Ice cream brings out the child in all of us. Why not make it healthier while keeping the fun? Host a Trim and Healthy Summer Ice Cream Social to share the joy of flavorful, lower-sugar treats with family and friends using principles from Trim Healthy Mama. The creamy, frosty goodness of ice cream evokes fond … Read more
Make these fluffy homemade pancakes with just a few simple ingredients and easy steps. This classic pancake recipe delivers light, tender pancakes every time. Pancakes are a beloved breakfast favorite—quick to prepare and simple to customize. With a few pantry staples and basic techniques, you can make a batch of light, fluffy pancakes that the … Read more
A slow cooker dinner that tastes like takeout but is healthier and simpler to make? Yes, please. This easy garlic, ginger, and honey chicken brings bold Asian flavors to a crock pot meal that’s kid-friendly, budget-friendly, and ready when you walk in the door. Garlic, ginger, and honey give this chicken its incredible flavor Why … Read more
Turkey Herb Stuffing-Style “Riced” Cauliflower This flavorful side dish is perfect for a gluten-free Thanksgiving or any cozy winter meal. Makes 6 servings Ingredients: 4 Tbsp. oil of choice (olive, avocado, coconut, or ghee) 1 yellow onion, diced small 4 celery stalks, diced small 2 carrots, peeled and diced small 1 large head cauliflower, chopped … Read more
Ingredients 4 small cans tomato paste 5 1/2 cans water 1/2 cup vinegar 1 teaspoon salt 1/2–1 1/2 cups brown sugar (adjust to taste) 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 3 tablespoons margarine or butter (oleo) 2 tablespoons onion salt 2 tablespoons celery seed 1 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon allspice 1 tablespoon–1/2 cup molasses (start with … Read more
This article is part of a Q&A series about cooking on vacation. The full series is available on the original site. Tara Austen Weaver, known as Tea, is a Seattle-based food and travel writer who blogs at Tea & Cookies, where she writes about cooking, gardening, travel, reading, and writing with quiet honesty. She is … Read more
Pan-seared shrimp on a crisp cabbage and carrot slaw, dressed with a bright ginger-and-lime vinaigrette. This Vietnamese-style shrimp salad is light, low-carb and ready in under 30 minutes—perfect for a quick dinner or make-ahead lunches. Fresh herbs, crunchy vegetables and sweet, tender shrimp come together with a tangy dressing for a salad that’s full of … Read more
Why pick between brownies and blondies when you can enjoy both? These Fudgy Swirled Brownie Blondies combine the dense, caramel-vanilla flavor of blondies with the rich, chocolatey goodness of brownies in every bite. If you’ve ever been torn between blondies and brownies, this recipe is the perfect compromise. It starts with a single base batter … Read more
In the world of comfort food, a warm bowl of Ham and Potato Soup from the crock pot is hard to beat. The slow cooker turns simple ingredients into a cozy, hands-off meal that feeds a crowd and fills the kitchen with inviting aromas. This creamy, cheesy ham and potato soup is easy to make, … Read more
There are countless chocolate chip cookie recipes—some call for browned butter, overnight chilling, or multiple flours like you’re running a bakery. I love a fussy cookie now and then, but most days I want something simple, fast, and reliably delicious. These 6-ingredient cake mix chocolate chip cookies fit the bill. They’re part of my easy-baking … Read more