Using this easy roast chicken recipe, you can make a tasty dinner without spending a lot of time in the kitchen. Complete the meal with a California Veggie Bake and finish with Oatmeal Apple Cookies for dessert. Sometimes the simplest recipes are the most satisfying. This easy roast chicken uses just a few pantry staples … Read more

Palm oil and soybean oil are both valued in the kitchen for their high smoke points, but they differ in texture, flavor and nutritional profile. Extracted from soybeans, soybean oil is the most widely used oil in the United States, prized for its neutral taste and versatility. Palm oil comes from the fruit of oil … Read more

These Peanut Butter Butterscotch Cookies are thick, chewy, and irresistibly delicious. Packed with creamy peanut butter and sweet butterscotch chips, every bite delivers rich flavor and satisfying texture. Butterscotch is one of my favorites—and peanut butter tops the list. I love it so much I sometimes eat a spoonful straight from the jar. These cookies … Read more

This Crockpot White Chicken Chili makes a comforting, satisfying meal with rich flavors and a pleasing texture. There’s nothing like a warm, hearty bowl of soup on a chilly day. This White Chicken Chili is cozy, filling, and easy to prepare—perfect for busy weeknights or a relaxed weekend dinner. Unlike many creamy versions that rely … Read more

This Apple Cinnamon Loaf Cake is delicious and full of classic autumn flavors. Tender apple pieces and warm spices combine in a simple quick bread perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. November is here, and before the rush of winter recipes begins, enjoy one last autumn favorite. This Apple Cinnamon Loaf Cake brings together … Read more

This sparkling wine with candied violets is a wonderfully festive, easy-to-make drink—perfect for a spring brunch or when you want to impress guests. The delicate sweetness from the candied violets and their fresh floral aroma bring out the best in sparkling wine and make every sip feel like spring. Let the sunshine warm your skin … Read more

These sourdough morning glory muffins are a delightful way to start the day. Packed with wholesome ingredients—whole wheat flour, grated carrot and apple, flaxseed, raisins and pecans—they stay moist, naturally sweet and full of flavor. Using active sourdough starter or discard adds depth and makes these muffins an excellent use of extra starter. They’re easy … Read more

This slow cooker Asian-style chicken is worth the brief morning prep and delivers a flavorful, fuss-free dinner. Swap or add vegetables based on what you have—red bell peppers, broccoli, or snap peas work particularly well in place of the carrots and green bell pepper.   Recipe Slow Cooker Sweet and Sour Chicken A simple slow … Read more

deep fried results Rangoons—also called crispy wontons or puffs—are bite-sized pockets typically filled with a creamy crab mixture, wrapped in a wonton wrapper and fried until golden. In this recipe I use both shrimp and imitation crab for the filling. Depending on how quickly you fold, these can be ready in about 30 minutes. Type … Read more

Chinese broccoli (gai lan) on its own can be mild, which is why many Chinese restaurants serve it with oyster sauce. Add rehydrated shiitake mushrooms and the dish transforms into something deeply fragrant and delicious. The mushrooms bring an extra layer of umami that pairs perfectly with the glossy oyster sauce—this side is simple to … Read more