There’s no guilt like walking past a group of 10-year-olds selling Girl Scout cookies at the grocery store and not stopping. It feels like crushing tiny entrepreneurial dreams. I don’t care how much the price of those boxes has climbed—my heart won’t let me walk away. It shouldn’t be hard, since they don’t sell anything … Read more
Every summer my garden delivers an abundance of produce and I find myself harvesting more than I can eat at once. Right now the zucchini, eggplants and green beans are especially generous, and I seem to be picking a basket of fresh vegetables every day. While I always enjoy simply lightly blanching tender green beans … Read more
Focaccia pizza bread is one of the simplest and most satisfying pizzas you can make at home. With no kneading required, a light, airy base and endless topping options, it’s perfect for feeding a crowd, serving at a casual gathering, or packing into lunchboxes. This version is topped with crispy pepperoni, olives and a golden, … Read more
This Butterfinger Cake is a moist, chocolate cake that’s poked and filled with a creamy peanut butter filling, then finished with a Butterfinger cream cheese frosting and extra Butterfinger pieces on top. It combines rich chocolate, smooth peanut butter, and crunchy candy for a decadent dessert that’s great for parties, birthdays, or whenever you want … Read more
These Coffee Cake Muffins finished with a vanilla-cardamom glaze are a cozy treat for mornings, brunches, or an anytime snack alongside a hot cup of coffee. In Mark’s family, serving coffee cake on Christmas morning—right after stockings and before the big gift opening—has been a beloved tradition for years. This season we decided to give … Read more
Instant Pot Taco Soup delivers big southwestern flavor and is incredibly easy to prepare. The pressure and heat from the Instant Pot intensify the ingredients so the soup develops deep flavor in a short time. Hearty ground beef, two kinds of kidney beans, onion, corn, and a can of Rotel combine with taco and Ranch … Read more
Hang them in the yard or wave them at the parade! These five fun and easy Canada Day crafts for kids will add a bright, patriotic touch to your holiday festivities. Canada Day is celebrated on July 1st, and it’s the perfect occasion for simple, hands-on crafts that keep children engaged and excited. Below are … Read more
These adorable Mummy Hot Dogs are a Halloween favorite and perfect for parties, casual dinners, or a fun family activity. They’re incredibly simple to make: wrap hot dogs in crescent roll dough, bake until golden, and finish with candy eyes. Kids love helping with the wrapping and decorating, and the result is a playful, spooky … Read more
Thursday’s Treasures: Featured Recipes and Crafts Can you believe next week is July already? Time seems to fly—one moment school is wrapping up and the next we’re already planning the end of summer rush. With just a few weeks left before activities start, my daughter will be heading to High School Band Camp on July … Read more
Blackstone air fryers are versatile outdoor cooking tools that open up a wide range of easy, flavorful meals. These combination griddle-and-air-fryer units use removable baskets to air fry, while the griddle top lets you sear, roast, and bake — all without heating up the kitchen. If you’ve just started using a Blackstone air fryer, here … Read more