In Episode 052 of the Grill Like A Mother podcast, we share a fresh pear salad recipe perfect as a side for grilled or smoked meats. This bright, easy-to-customize salad works beautifully for holiday gatherings or a simple family weeknight meal. Listen on iTunes, Stitcher, TuneIn, or your favorite podcast player. Or scroll down to … Read more

Savory Sweet Potato Casserole 🍠🍁 combines creamy mashed sweet potatoes with a crisp Parmesan, walnut, and panko breadcrumb topping for a savory spin on the classic. This elegant side is perfect for holiday tables—Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special autumn or winter gathering. Easy Savory Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe My favorite Thanksgiving side is sweet potato … Read more

These air fryer baked potatoes are a beloved barbecue staple. They make a tasty side dish or a satisfying main when loaded with toppings. You don’t need to heat a large oven to bake a few spuds—air fryer baked potatoes take less time and use less energy while delivering the same excellent results: crisp skins, … Read more

Fat Elvis Ice Cream — a no-churn, super creamy treat made with mashed ripe bananas and peanut butter — captures the flavors of the King’s favorite sandwich in frozen form. This easy recipe requires no ice cream maker, so you can make it with basic kitchen tools. Fat Elvis Ice Cream (sometimes called Chubby Elvis) … Read more

This Mexican Fiesta Biscuit Bake starts with canned biscuits and is topped with salsa, black beans and cheese. It’s a simple, quick and delicious meal. Some evenings you open the fridge or freezer and realize you forgot to pull anything out for dinner. On those nights I love recipes that are fast, satisfying and use … Read more

Eggplant meatballs (polpette di melanzane) are a simple, flavorful alternative to traditional meatballs. They’re a hearty meatless option—the firm texture of roasted eggplant makes these satisfying, so you won’t miss the meat. These eggplant meatballs don’t require long cooking like traditional meatballs. After baking they only need a few minutes in your tomato sauce to … Read more

Ever wondered how to stick fondant to fondant or which edible glue works best? This guide explains the main edible adhesives, how to use them and when to choose each one for cake and cookie decorating. Fondant is versatile for decorating cakes and cookies, and sooner or later you’ll need to attach decorations, build figurines … Read more

Simple, flavorful, and quick to assemble, this Guacamole, Salsa, and Egg Breakfast Sandwich is perfect for busy mornings or a festive Cinco de Mayo breakfast. Whether you use homemade or store-bought guacamole and salsa, the sandwich comes together in minutes and delivers big on taste. I created this sandwich during a period of kitchen renovations … Read more

Make the easiest and best Gluten-Free Chicken Fried Rice in minutes on your stovetop with wholesome ingredients! This Chicken Fried Rice is one of our favorite quick weeknight meals. It’s simple to make gluten-free—just swap regular soy sauce for gluten-free soy sauce. That’s the only change you need. If you prefer to use less oil, … Read more

Classic banana bread muffins are a wonderful way to use up overripe bananas. Tender and moist with a hint of warming cinnamon, these muffins make a comforting snack or breakfast that’s easy to prepare. Banana Bread Muffin Recipe These muffins are fluffy and moist, offering the right amount of sweetness with a subtle cinnamon note. … Read more