What if the key to your genealogy brick wall is only one cousin connection away? If you’ve been researching your family history, you’ve likely encountered at least one stubborn brick wall—an ancestor who seems to disappear. Instead of only searching more records, consider a different approach: finding relatives who may already hold the missing pieces. … Read more

As 2020 draws to a close, I like to pause and look back at the recipes you turned to most over the past year. This roundup ranks the top 10 posts on Eight Forest Lane based on pageviews from January through now. It’s always enlightening to see which dishes resonated most — familiar favourites often … Read more

Sloppy Joe–stuffed sweet potatoes are a 21 Day Fix–friendly family dinner everyone will love. Comfort food with a healthy twist that even picky eaters enjoy. Confession: I get a little proud when my meat-loving husband declares zucchini pizzas his favorite food and calls a sausage and cauliflower casserole “damn delicious.” That confidence led me to … Read more

Who can resist a one-pot chicken and rice dinner? This One Pot Lemon Chicken & Rice is bright, comforting, and simple to make. The chicken stays juicy with a crisped skin, while the rice soaks up pan juices, a hint of lemon, and the savory sweetness of sun-dried tomatoes. Everything cooks together in a single … Read more

Welcome to Weekend Potluck 560. We’re so glad you stopped by — pull up a chair and enjoy these delicious recipes highlighted this week. This week’s featured treats include: Millionaire Fudge, Peanut Butter Buckeye Pretzels, Hot Chocolate Dip, and Gingerbread Crazy Cake — a tasty mix of candy-style confections, a creamy dip, and a cozy … Read more

These cinnamon sugar cream cheese cookies are chewy with a pleasant cinnamon flavor and a tender, delicate crumb. This easy no-chill recipe requires no cream of tartar and yields cookies that are simple to prepare and impossible to resist. Cinnamon Sugar Cream Cheese Cookies I developed this version from an earlier cream cheese chocolate chip … Read more

This bright and flavorful lemon herb quinoa combines fluffy quinoa with fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and a blend of herbs for a simple, versatile side dish that pairs beautifully with chicken, fish, or roasted vegetables. At home I cook for a small, honest panel of picky eaters—three miniature food critics (and a fourth on … Read more

Baked Panettone French Toast is an easy and delicious breakfast to celebrate the holiday season. Prep the night before and bake on Christmas morning! It wouldn’t be Christmas in my house without panettone. While I spend December singing along to carols, trimming the tree, and baking cookies, it isn’t until my first bite of sweet, … Read more

Tortellini is one of my favorite things to cook because it’s quick, versatile, and loved by the whole family. When deciding what to serve with tortellini, you have plenty of options: use it as the main course, turn it into a hearty side, add it to soups, toss it in a pasta salad, or build … Read more

Egg Roll in a Bowl is a flavorful, deconstructed version of the classic egg roll that skips the wrapper but keeps all the delicious elements. Ground sausage is stir-fried with shredded cabbage and carrots, then finished with a savory soy-ginger-sesame sauce. The result is a satisfying bowl with crisp vegetables, rich umami notes, and a … Read more