When a chocolate fix isn’t available, a simple, fresh dessert can satisfy just as well. This Watermelon Pizza is an easy, refreshing alternative made with ingredients you likely already have on hand. On hot, humid days there’s nothing better than an iced-cold slice of watermelon. One evening when a sweet craving hit, I remembered a … Read more

Vegetarian Thai Red Curry – a spicy, flavorful red curry packed with vegetables. This easy one-pot dinner is ready in about 30 minutes. These past few weeks have been nonstop for me — so many errands, grocery runs and tasks that 24 hours never feel enough. When we were away for a couple of months, … Read more

Hi All,   Earlier this year I discovered a delightful ice cream shop I want to share: Milwaukee Joe’s in Southlake, Texas. http://www.icecreamjoe.com/ The staff invited me into their production kitchen to create a signature flavor for this month’s feature, and they named me their celebrity guest chef for October.   For my flavor I … Read more

Our Gluten-Free Oreo Cheesecake is a dream dessert for cookies-and-cream fans — packed with Oreo flavor in every layer. I love recipe development for Sweets & Thank You — it’s part puzzle, part science, part art. We perfected this Oreo cheesecake and I’m thrilled to share it. Like our Gluten-Free Pumpkin Cheesecake and Gluten-Free Strawberry … Read more

These Slow Cooker/Instant Pot Ribs are baby back pork ribs that turn out fall-off-the-bone tender. They’re easy to make in a slow cooker or Instant Pot, and a simple, doctored-up barbecue sauce elevates them into something special. SLOW COOKER/INSTANT POT RIBS The folks at Crock-Pot® sent me one of their new NFL slow cookers, and … Read more

For When You’re Feeling “Snacky” Jarlsberg Cheese and Corned Beef Spread combines creamy horseradish, green onion, and cream cheese for a salty, savory snack that feels like a mini corned beef sandwich. It’s an ideal choice for evenings when you want something small rather than a full meal. The spread keeps in the refrigerator for … Read more

This Pescado a la Criolla, or Fish with Creole Sauce, is a classic dish from Colombia’s Caribbean coast. It’s simple to prepare with everyday ingredients and delivers bright, aromatic flavors. Traditionally served with a whole fried fish such as red snapper, this version uses fillets—salmon in the photos—but any firm white fish (cod, halibut, mahi … Read more

Looking for a bold, flavor-packed lunch idea? These Chopped Chicken Bacon Ranch Salad Bagels are a fast, satisfying option for busy days. Creamy, crunchy, and savory, they come together in about 15 minutes with simple ingredients like rotisserie chicken, crispy bacon, fresh veggies, and ranch-seasoned cream cheese—perfect for meal prep or a quick weekday lunch. … Read more

I’m back with a fall-themed meal plan for you this week! This week features cozy, seasonal one-pan and one-pot recipes perfect for busy evenings. Who doesn’t love a theme — and who doesn’t appreciate easy, satisfying one-pan meals? Hopefully this fall-themed meal plan will help take some of the stress out of deciding what to … Read more