The sight and scent of a real Christmas tree bring warmth to many homes, but live trees can greatly increase the risk of fire if they dry out. Below is a simple, at-home tree treatment that can help keep a cut tree well-hydrated and reduce its fire risk throughout the holiday season. The danger of … Read more

Tender, saucy and surprisingly light pulled pork made in one pot overnight with almost no effort. Coated in a sweet-and-tangy hard apple cider, this is a weeknight winner: one pot, freezer-friendly, and ultra saucy. This is what lazy summer dinners are made of: delicious, messy, and simple perfection. Friends Roman and Irena invited us to … Read more

Thank you to everyone who visited The Chilli King stand at Grand Designs Live. It was a pleasure to meet so many of the names we’ve been corresponding with by email over the past months and to hear about your chilli-growing experiences in person. The level of interest in growing chillies at a mainstream event … Read more

I love everything pumpkin and autumn, and Slow Cooker Pumpkin Steel Cut Oats is one of my favorite seasonal breakfasts. This nourishing bowl combines hearty steel-cut oats with pumpkin and warm spices. Add the coffeecake topping for a sweeter treat, or stir in applesauce or date paste for natural sweetness. Pumpkin and winter squash are … Read more

Every time I eat corn I’m transported back to my childhood. My father would bring home potato sacks filled with just-picked ears of corn and host a neighborhood corn roast. We’d gather at picnic tables in the backyard while he grilled the corn to perfection on the outdoor grill. We slathered the hot cobs with … Read more

You can feel it in the air as summer approaches: warmer days, end-of-year gatherings and long evenings dining outside. Summer calls for salads, chilled desserts and plenty of time around the barbecue with friends and family. I love a dessert that finishes a meal or even starts one, and when I heard Nespresso had introduced … Read more

Easy one-pot Ground Beef, Kale and Sweet Potato Skillet — a flavorful, low-carb dinner ready in about 30 minutes, ideal for busy weeknights. Last week my cousin visited with her baby, and I had an absolute blast. Tiny things kept him entertained for hours — kitchen cabinets, knobs and drawers were a hit — and … Read more

You only need six simple ingredients to make this Old-Fashioned Tuna Noodle Casserole topped with crushed potato chips. It’s a quick, comforting meal that’s creamy, crunchy, and easy to prepare. This recipe is adapted from a classic 1970s church cookbook and delivers a nostalgic, homestyle dinner. The creamy base, tender noodles, and flaky tuna are … Read more

Featured Comment: “I’ll never make whipped cream using gelatin again after trying this recipe! It was delicious and no rubbery bits to be found. Thank you for my new favorite stabilized whipped cream recipe.” – Lisa You’ll be amazed at how thick and creamy this stabilizer makes your whipped cream frosting. It whips up in … Read more

This Cinnamon Sugar Apple Cake is soft, tender, and filled with juicy apples, topped with a crunchy cinnamon sugar crust that makes every bite cozy and satisfying. Simple, comforting, and perfect for fall baking days. Table of Contents Apple Cake with a Crunchy Cinnamon Sugar Crust Ingredients and Substitutions How to Make Apple Cake with … Read more