Southern Baked Chicken Thighs are juicy inside and crispy outside. Brushed with buttermilk and coated in a mildly smoky, slightly spicy seasoning blend, these baked thighs deliver classic Southern flavor without the mess of frying. Low carb and keto options are noted. The Best Baked Chicken Thigh Recipe “Crispy baked chicken thighs just like my … Read more

This Smoked Tom Collins is made with a smoked basil simple syrup that highlights the gin’s bright botanicals and gives the cocktail a smooth, lemon-lime soda–like finish. Gin is an herb-forward spirit flavored with juniper, citrus and other botanicals. Neat it can be bold, but mixed with lemon juice, club soda and a touch of … Read more

One of my favorite desserts is Key Lime Pie. Joanie’s cheesecake tops our list, but her Key Lime Pie – Low Carb and No Bake is irresistible. This version has just 4g net carbs per slice, a crunchy pecan crust, requires no baking, and comes together quickly. If you want a bright, tangy dessert without … Read more

Christmas Lasagna is a festive take on classic Italian comfort food, brightened with red and green bell peppers for extra flavor and holiday color. When you picture holiday meals you might think of turkey, ham, and plenty of sweets. Lasagna isn’t always the first thing that comes to mind, but this Christmas Lasagna proves it … Read more

One of my favorite childhood celebrations is coming up—Dr. Seuss Day! Every year on March 2nd we honor Dr. Seuss for his lasting contributions to children’s literature. Whether you imagined chaos with The Cat in the Hat or wanted to protect the Truffula Trees from The Lorax, Dr. Seuss wrote many of the stories that … Read more

The Cactus Cooler Shot is a bright, fruity shot that balances tropical pineapple with citrusy orange vodka and sweet peach schnapps, finished with a splash of energy drink for fizz and lift. This easy shot combines just four ingredients to create a refreshing, flavorful sip. Pineapple juice brings tropical sweetness, while the energy drink adds … Read more

It started with a jug of apple cider and ended with a batch of irresistible vegan apple cider pretzels. This recipe uses warm apple cider instead of water to bloom the yeast, infusing the dough with subtle apple flavor. Cinnamon is added directly to the dough, and after the pretzels are shaped, briefly boiled and … Read more

Cranberry White Chocolate Cookies made with classic pantry ingredients—butter, shortening, sugars, eggs—then studded with white chocolate chips and dried cranberries for a perfectly balanced sweet-and-tart cookie. These cookies are a festive favorite: crisp, buttery edges surround a chewy, tender center. The creamy sweetness of white chocolate pairs beautifully with the bright tang of dried cranberries. … Read more

These Cheesy Bacon Loaded Tater Tots are crispy, cheesy, and full of flavor. Topped with oven‑baked bacon, warm queso, creamy ranch, and fresh scallions, they’re an ideal party snack, simple side dish, or casual dinner everyone will enjoy. What you’ll love about this recipe: Crispy tater tots loaded with melty queso, savory bacon, and creamy … Read more

I can’t believe it’s February already. January flew by, and with the unseasonably warm weather many of us have been experiencing, the closer we get to spring the better. I’m looking forward to green grass and beach days again—this Florida girl needs sunshine. February also means another Virtual Cooking Club gathering. This month’s theme was … Read more