Ahhhh, lemonade. I love making it from fresh-squeezed lemons, but I’ve tried so many recipes with the wrong ratio of …
Rhubarb Mint Coolers
Rhubarb is one of those early starters, and we usually have something on the table made with the tart ruby …
Chicken, Rice, and Almond Casserole
Casseroles feel like cold-weather comfort food, but this savory chicken and rice dish is such a people-pleaser that you can make it …
Cowboy Caviar
Tired of salsa? Give your chips something new to dip with this tasty and nutritious bean and veggie dish. I …
Baked Beans with Bacon and Caramelized Onions
I had you at bacon, right? This baked bean dish is one I came up with through years of tweaking, and …
Vietnamese Rice Noodle Salad
This fresh and healthy Asian salad is perfect for a warm weather lunch, brunch, or served alongside whatever is on …
Devil’s Delight Chocolate Cookies
A fun surprise for Cinco de Mayo—or any time you’re feeling a little adventurous—chocolate cookies with a little heat! The Vosges Red …
Date and Prune Quick Bread
Quick breads are a good way to include fruits, nuts, and herbs in your baked goods, and are called “quick” because they …
Banana Chocolate Chip Bars
Have over-ripe bananas on hand, and you think banana bread is your only option? Think again! I stumbled upon these bars …
Granola
Take a break from the boring box of cereal, or Dickensian gruel. You can whip up a batch of this …