The sous vide machine has transformed home and professional cooking. As more chefs and home cooks discover how reliably it produces tender, evenly cooked results, the number of accessories designed to expand sous vide capabilities continues to grow. One popular option is the SOUS-VIDA Sous Vide Weights. What do these weights do, and are they … Read more

This strawberry ice cream milkshake blends strawberry ice cream with fresh strawberries for a bright, creamy treat. The recipe yields four 12-ounce servings and is finished with whipped cream and a fresh strawberry for garnish. It’s quick to prepare and perfect for warm afternoons, movie nights, or a simple dessert for family and friends. Fresh … Read more

If last week’s dessert crackers didn’t catch your attention, these savory thyme and onion crackers will. They’re crisp, flavorful and—surprisingly—have a texture reminiscent of Wheat Thins. Don’t be intimidated by the flax base; these crackers are nothing like the gummy, flavorless flax crackers you may have tried before. I remember my first attempt at flax … Read more

I’ve reached the final month of my pregnancy and have slowed down a lot. Between contractions, cramps, waddling, naps and deliberate rest, I’m doing as much relaxing as possible before our baby arrives. I also packed my hospital bag and I’m sharing what’s inside. For more pregnancy updates, see my earlier recaps: first trimester recap, … Read more

This smoked beer can chicken is a juicy, flavor-packed whole chicken cooked upright on a beer can in a smoker using hickory wood. We use a soul food seasoning blend and a bold dry rub so the meat stays tender and smoky while the skin becomes golden and crispy. Hey y’all — this is one … Read more

This homemade gluten-free sage and onion stuffing is a classic side. Made with toasted gluten-free bread cubes, fresh herbs, onion, and celery, it’s a savory complement to your Thanksgiving or holiday meal. Why You’ll Love this Recipe No gluten-free holiday table is complete without flavorful stuffing. This recipe elevates the traditional sage-and-onion stuffing by using … Read more

Over the next few weeks my blog will be filled with Easter recipes, but before that starts I wanted to share a collection of garden-fresh dishes I made last year. After Easter I’ll be launching a new weekly series highlighting seasonal produce from our garden and local farmers markets. Each Friday I’ll post a fresh … Read more

If you’re looking to cut your grocery bill without sacrificing easy, satisfying meals, these budget-friendly Aldi recipes are the ones I turn to again and again. They’re simple, filling, and based on real ingredients you can pick up in a single affordable shopping trip. Grocery prices keep rising, and I’m not spending $7 on chips … Read more

Pizza is one of those rare foods you can reinvent endlessly: change some toppings and you get a completely different experience. It’s a flexible canvas that welcomes creativity, provided the flavors work together. Sometimes a simple combination becomes unexpectedly brilliant — and this honey-drizzled salami pizza is exactly that kind of revelation. I first heard … Read more

Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili is a comforting, creamy chili that combines tender chicken, cream cheese, and bold spices. This crock pot favorite is ideal for chilly evenings when you want something warm and satisfying. Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili Crockpot White Chicken Chili is a true comfort dish. Tender chicken simmers with cream cheese, … Read more