No baking required and only a few simple pantry staples make these irresistible, crave-worthy Vegan No Bake Cookies. This quick and easy recipe delivers chocolatey, peanut butter cookies with a soft oatmeal texture and nostalgic flavor—perfect for both kids and adults. These cookies are one of my favorite childhood treats updated for a vegan pantry. … Read more

This Old Fashioned Turkey Stuffing is pure, savory, and delightfully traditional. It skips sweet additions like apples or sausage and relies on simple, classic flavors for a comforting holiday side. Popular for Thanksgiving and Christmas, this stuffing is also great for Easter when turkey is on the menu. It pairs perfectly with roast turkey, mashed … Read more

One of my favorite flavor profiles for lunch or dinner is a sweet, Asian-inspired sauce. I enjoy Chinese takeout, but I also like making lighter, homemade versions. A simple soy-and-honey glaze is my go-to — it’s amazing on salmon and shredded chicken. Recently I thought about trying this flavor on meatballs, and since I love … Read more

These blueberry sweet rolls are ideal for spring breakfasts or brunch. A soft, fluffy cinnamon-roll-style dough is spread with sweet blueberry preserves and finished with tangy cream cheese frosting. You can bake them the same day or assemble them the night before and bake in the morning. For a special weekend breakfast I love a … Read more

Sixteen years ago today I held a brand new baby on my chest. In one day, my biggest dream came true — I became a mother. In the years since, J has taught me more than all the years before combined. I hope he has learned a few things from his dad and me. He … Read more

If you follow a gluten-free diet, you’ve probably encountered the terms lectins and phytates. These naturally occurring compounds are common in grains, legumes, nuts and seeds. While they can offer some health benefits, they may also affect digestion and nutrient absorption for certain people. This article explains what lectins and phytates are, where they’re found, … Read more

If you have a cold and need relief, I recommend homemade herbal teas. {This post contains affiliate links, which means I receive a small commission, at no extra cost to you, if you make a purchase using this link.} Who gets a cold on Mother’s Day weekend? Unfortunately, that was me. I spent the entire … Read more

I love brownies and have been wanting to make this idea for weeks. I finally decided to try it this morning. I planned to make homemade brownies but ran out of time and used a box mix instead — you can use the same method with your favorite from-scratch brownie recipe. Cookies and cream is … Read more

I could honestly live on soup, and an easy soup recipe makes life so much better. I’ve nudged my family into the soup habit and compiled a collection of Family Approved Quick and Easy Soup Recipes that work well for lunch or dinner. Leftovers are a bonus—less cooking the next day! This collection includes familiar … Read more