Plan the perfect date night with ease: follow our five best recipes and top tips to create an evening you and your partner will remember. 5 Best Date Night Recipes! Food is one of the most expressive ways to show affection. Below are five romantic recipes — a cocktail, starter, main, dessert and after-dinner coffee … Read more

This post has been refreshed with new photos and a printable recipe version. Warning: This dish celebrates bold flavors: pungent blue cheese, smoky bacon and its rendered fat, savory onions, aromatic basil, garlic and creamy avocado. If intense aromas put you off, enjoy the photos and skip the rest of the text. This is essentially … Read more

Three-ingredient homemade peanut butter cups are simple to make and taste even better than store-bought. They make perfect snacks or edible gifts for chocolate and peanut butter lovers. These peanut butter cups are surprisingly easy: just three ingredients, a couple of glass bowls and a pot of simmering water. No special equipment required. Homemade Peanut … Read more

Knowing how to clean mushrooms properly is essential for successful cooking. Like many kitchen techniques, it’s simple once you know the right method. Mushrooms are one of my favourite vegetables. Their earthy, umami flavor enhances a wide range of dishes, and a well-cooked mushroom delivers a texture that’s hard to replicate. Because mushrooms grow in … Read more

Mary’s Nest 2020 Channel Update – Traditional Foods Recipes, Meal Plans, and More! Watch the Mary’s Nest 2020 Channel Update Wishing everyone a very happy, healthy, and blessed new year! In this video I share a 2020 channel update outlining my plans for the website and YouTube channel for the year ahead. This post summarizes … Read more

There is something special about creating recipes that are both irresistibly delicious and genuinely nutritious. It feels like hitting the jackpot!If you know me in real life—or even just follow me on Instagram—you already know I LOVE baking. I enjoy classic recipes made with butter and the like, but I also love experimenting with new … Read more

This is the best homemade tanghulu recipe — an easy candied fruit treat made with just three ingredients: fruit, water, and sugar. This is a simple, fun twist on the classic Chinese street snack. If you enjoy easy desserts, this tanghulu is a must-try. It’s quick to prepare and makes a delightful, shareable treat. Use … Read more

Get ready for delicious smashed baby potatoes—boiled with bright garlic and lemon, smashed flat, then roasted until crisp and golden. The result is a wonderful balance of crunchy exterior, fluffy interior, and tangy, garlicky flavor. Jump to Recipe These smashed baby potatoes make a perfect, fuss-free side. Roasted until crisp on the outside and tender … Read more

Spinach with chickpeas is a beloved dish on the blog and a common tapa in Seville. Locals often enjoy it alongside salmorejo when eating out with friends or family. Many traditional salmorejo servings include ham and chopped boiled egg, so vegans should request it without those toppings. This Indian variation of spinach with chickpeas (Chole … Read more

Honey Nut Rolls are filled with ground walnuts and sweet honey. They’re sure to become a new holiday tradition. This post was created in partnership with Fleischmann’s® Yeast. Thank you for supporting the brands that help bring these recipes to life. Nut rolls have always been a part of our holiday table. I don’t remember … Read more