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

This homemade beer nuts recipe is quick and simple, made from basic pantry ingredients you likely already have. Adjust the heat with more or less Sriracha to suit your taste. The result is far more interesting than store-bought beer nuts, with a sweet, salty, and spicy coating that carries a subtle note of beer. This … Read more

Salads that are built to be a meal go well beyond lettuce and a sprinkle of cheese. They use hearty, filling ingredients that satisfy hunger and prevent the mid-afternoon snack attack. These salads are quick to assemble, let ingredients shine, and keep flavors balanced without overcomplicating things. The result: lunches that feel light but truly … Read more