If your holidays are anything like mine, meals are a celebration of bold flavors. On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day we fill the table with seafood, pasta, and Italian classics — and every year everyone waits for one special offering. That offering is the salad. This recipe is inspired by Aunt Suzanne’s marinated antipasto. It’s … Read more

End of Summer Picnic Experience Don’t Let Summer Pass You By Summer is full of simple pleasures, and it slips away far too quickly. As the season winds down, take time to enjoy what makes these months special: Farmer’s markets Frozen yogurt The buzz of cicadas Road trips Iced tea in mason jars Flip-flops and … Read more

White Christmas Cake with all natural almond decor is just so stunning! There is nothing better than beautiful, easy cakes for the holidays! This version uses just two simple recipes for the cake and the icing. The hardest part is choosing the best sliced almonds to form the pine cones Expect to spend about an … Read more

One of those nostalgic treats many of us grew up enjoying is the creamsicle ice cream bar — an orange-flavored popsicle with vanilla ice cream at its center. Often called a 50/50 bar, this frozen classic pairs bright citrus with smooth, creamy vanilla for a refreshingly balanced treat. For Cupcake Week I wanted to capture … Read more

This easy summer picnic menu includes everything you need to treat yourself and your guests to a delightful meal whether you’re dining at home or outdoors. Is there anything more summery than a picnic? Even though days in North Carolina are hot, evenings are often perfect for dining outside. This month we co-hosted a virtual … Read more

This Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry is a fast, healthy weeknight meal that comes together in under 30 minutes. Tender chicken, crisp broccoli and mushrooms, and a simple homemade sauce create a balanced, family-friendly dish you’ll cook again and again. Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry – At a Glance PREP: 15 min | COOK: 15 … Read more

Make six delicious glazed blackberry air fryer handpies in about 20 minutes total. These are quick, simple to assemble, and work with either store-bought or homemade pie crust. “Fried” handpies have always been a favorite of mine. I remember watching my grandmother fry fruit pies in a skillet when I was a child—apricot, peach, berry—and … Read more

My carrot loaf cake is an ideal quick bake when you don’t want the fuss of a layered cake. The batter is mixed like a quick bread, so it comes together fast. We finished it with a tangy cream cheese frosting and a scattering of walnuts — a simple, reliably moist carrot cake in loaf … Read more

These Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Blondies are a gluten-free take on the classic peanut butter cup bar. They cut back on sugar without sacrificing flavor, bake in about 20 minutes, and are simple to make. A buttery blondie base studded with dark chocolate, topped with a creamy peanut butter layer and finished with a … Read more