What is a plant based diet? We explain it in detail below and offer recipe ideas to get you started! What is a Plant based diet? A plant based diet emphasizes foods that come primarily from plants while allowing flexibility for individual preferences. It is not automatically the same as veganism or vegetarianism. The central … Read more

This condensed milk rusks recipe is my take on the classic South African mosbolletjies. Enjoy them warm and soft straight from the oven, spread with butter, or dry them into crisp, dunkable rusks for tea or coffee. Either way they’re delicious. What are mosbolletjies (and what does it mean)? Mosbolletjies (pronounced moss-boli-keys) are traditional South … Read more

Hi! Are you looking forward to the holiday weekend? What are your plans for the Fourth of July? We don’t have anything set yet, but I’ll come up with some fun ideas after I share seven tasty summer dinner recipes that keep the kitchen cool. We spent a few days out in the country recently, … Read more

Dark Chocolate Guinness No Bake Cookies are a rich, chocolatey, and effortless dessert made with Irish stout—perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any time you want an easy indulgence. These Dark Chocolate Guinness No Bake Cookies are a simple, decadent twist on classic no-bake cookies. They combine the deep, roasted notes of stout with cocoa, … Read more

A few weeks ago the team at Yoplait invited me to try their Nonfat Greek Yogurt and share my thoughts. I love Greek yogurt and use it in many recipes, so I was happy to accept—this was my first time trying Yoplait’s Greek offering. After buying a few containers, I headed to the kitchen to … Read more

This copycat Din Tai Fung cucumber salad is quick and simple to prepare and ready in about 15 minutes. Crisp Persian cucumbers are tossed in a light, balanced dressing that’s sweet, savory, and a touch tangy, then finished with a fragrant drizzle of chili oil. It makes a refreshing side for dim sum — try … Read more

As a kid, mint chocolate chip was always my first choice at the ice cream counter. That childhood favorite inspired this mint chocolate chip frosting — a dairy-free buttercream that captures the bright peppermint and chocolate combo of the classic scoop. I’ll admit I tasted a spoonful (or two) straight from the bowl while developing … Read more

This easy numbers cake for birthdays is delightful and simple to make. It’s a personal cake you can customize with the recipient’s favorite sweets, and the process is enjoyable—especially with this fast version of a numbers cake. Taste and Occasion Number cakes have been popular on social media for some time. Most versions are multi-layered … Read more

Cajun Chicken Alfredo is a simple, flavorful pasta dinner made with chicken, onions, bell peppers, and a quick homemade Cajun Alfredo sauce. This versatile dish works with many types of pasta, vegetables, or proteins. Serve with a crisp salad and garlic bread for a satisfying weeknight meal. Looking for a quick dinner idea? This Cajun … Read more

This spinach and ricotta gnocchi is a flourless, baked version made mostly from spinach and ricotta cheese. It’s an easy, low-carb, gluten-free dish that requires little effort and makes a satisfying light meal or appetizer. Traditionally gnocchi are boiled, but this recipe bakes them in the oven for a simple and tidy alternative. You can … Read more