“If all we had were roses, would the thorns then be beautiful?” – Kamand Kojouri. I’ll be honest: you probably thought it when you first saw the pictures—these cookies look a little rough around the edges. But appearance aside, they taste fantastic. They’re egg-free, made with whole wheat, quick to mix (no resting required), and forgiving … Read more

Baking lovers and apple fans, this Apple Cider Doughnut Bundt Cake delivers the deep, cozy flavors of apple cider doughnuts in a tender, moist Bundt. The recipe layers apple flavor from dried apples, boiled cider, applesauce, and apple juice so every bite tastes like autumn—no fresh cider needed. The result is a rich, flavorful cake … Read more

Every bite of this harvest salad is a pleasure — sweet, savory, and bright. It’s a perfect winter salad that’s satisfying and full of fresh flavor. Meet my husband Kyle’s favorite: Warm Winter Harvest Salad with Roasted Shallot Dressing. The name is long because the salad layers a lot of good things — roasted root … Read more

Known for its warm spices and ultra-moist crumb, the Norwegian krydderkake (spice cake) is winter baking at its best. This cake feels like a cozy sweater for your taste buds—warm, comforting, and perfect for a chilly fall or winter evening. I first tasted this cake in a friend’s kitchen on a long, dark Norwegian night … Read more

I enjoy helping others, so when a newer blogger asked to contribute a guest post I was happy to welcome her. Carly writes at My Well Being Journal and describes her site as one that “may cause irrational hunger pangs.” Her focus is on living with IBS, offering practical nutrition tips and compassionate support. Carly … Read more

Jalapeño pineapple salsa is a bright, sweet-and-spicy dip that comes together in about 10 minutes. It’s ideal for scooping with chips or for adding fresh flavor to grilled chicken, fish, tacos, and salads. Why You’ll Love This Pineapple Jalapeño Salsa Pineapple salsa takes familiar salsa flavors and brightens them with fresh fruit. Ripe pineapple brings … Read more

This clever baby wipe chip bag hack is both practical and amusing. If you’ve ever heard the joke that baby wipes are a mom’s Swiss army knife, you know it’s true — they seem to fix everything and belong in the car, in your purse, and on every outing. Refillable baby wipe packs are convenient, … Read more

Stephanie March Just Start Stephanie March, senior Food & Dining editor at Mpls St Paul Magazine, joins us to discuss the restaurant review process, how to build a rewarding career in food journalism, and the conversation around why no women appeared on the cover of the magazine’s “Best Restaurants” issue. In this episode, Stephanie shares … Read more

You know that feeling when you dine at an upscale restaurant and leave thinking, I could’ve made this better at home? It’s frustrating when that happens, and lately it seems to happen more often. Southern cooking is all about comforting, flavorful food that feels like home. Why not recreate your favorite dishes at home and … Read more

This season is one of our favorites for many reasons. Mostly because homemade pear-apple sauce tastes far better than anything you can buy, and it’s simple and budget-friendly when fruit is in season or on sale. Our spiced pear and applesauce is fragrant, naturally sweet, and full of fresh flavor—perfect for breakfast, snacks, or to … Read more