By Wendy Stoltz / Last Modified On December 23, 2024 These Gluten-Free Red Velvet Cupcakes are tender, velvety, and have a perfect crumb — ideal for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Christmas, birthdays, or any time you want a special sweet treat. A dairy-free option is included, and the same batter can be used to make … Read more

Easy Blueberry Pie Coffee Cake is moist and tender, finished with a cinnamon brown sugar topping and a simple powdered sugar glaze. A single can of blueberry pie filling gives this coffee cake a sweet, fruity center that makes it perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack alongside a cup of coffee. The gooey filling … Read more

Making a rotisserie-style whole chicken in the slow cooker is simple and satisfying. This lemon garlic slow-cooker chicken cooks on low for 6–8 hours and yields juicy, fall-off-the-bone meat full of bright lemon and garlic flavor. Leftovers are perfect for casseroles, soups, or quick lunches. Chicken is my go-to for easy dinners — whether grilled, … Read more

Cast-iron roast chicken with red potatoes is an easy, flavorful one-pot meal that’s destined to become a family favorite. Ideal for a relaxed Sunday dinner or a busy weeknight, this whole roasted chicken finishes juicy with crisp skin and tender red potatoes all in the same skillet. Simple seasonings and straightforward steps deliver a reliably … Read more

The older I get, the more I’m committed to eating healthier. I’m not sure it’s strictly age-related, but there’s certainly anecdotal evidence — and a growing desire to feel my best. Over time I’ve swapped sugary afternoon treats for green smoothies in the summer and even made a healthier pumpkin smoothie last fall to curb … Read more

Alsanyache Tonak with clear step-by-step photos and a concise video recipe. This red cowpeas curry (Goan Alsande Tonak) combines red cowpeas (alsane), roasted coconut, onions and warming spices to make a creamy coconut-based curry that comes together easily in about 30 minutes. It pairs beautifully with poori, pav, poee or rice. This Alsanyache Tonak recipe … Read more

Oven Fried Stuffed Olives – Low Carb & Paleo Oven fried stuffed olives are a flavorful, low‑carb, paleo snack that’s crisp on the outside and savory inside. These bites are paleo, keto‑friendly, low in carbs and gluten free. Each olive is filled with seasoned ground sausage and coated in a crunchy, nut‑and‑seed breading for a … Read more

Hope everyone had a great weekend. Can you believe it’s already October? Once the month begins, the holidays seem to arrive quickly. It even felt chilly yesterday, which I enjoyed. Thank you to everyone who shared stories and comments about school lunches — I loved reading them all. Congratulations to commenter #132, Shari, who was … Read more

This chicken, bacon and pumpkin gnocchi comes together in under 30 minutes, featuring tender chicken and crisp bacon in a silky pumpkin cream sauce. I usually choose gnocchi over traditional pasta — it’s light, pillowy, cooks fast, and doesn’t turn mushy like some leftover pastas can. That said, I don’t mind reheated pasta either; leftover … Read more

These pumpkin spice cookies are soft, chewy and perfect for fall. They’re packed with pumpkin, brown sugar, vanilla and warm spices, then rolled in cinnamon sugar for a snickerdoodle-like coating. This post was originally published September 2016 and updated October 2025 with a slightly improved recipe, new photos and extra tips. A Note from Fiona … Read more