Our easy and flavorful Sausage Zucchini Skillet + Orzo is a quick weeknight dinner that showcases fresh summer zucchini. It’s a simple, family-friendly skillet meal that comes together fast and is perfect for using up garden produce. The Best Sausage Zucchini Skillet Recipe As summer winds down and schedules get busier, quick dinners are a … Read more

I love the idea of “leaning in” to new habits—making small, sustainable adjustments instead of trying to change everything at once. Although I’m a devoted meat eater, I’ve been moving toward a more plant-based routine lately. Meatless Mondays are a great example: not a radical overhaul, just a simple shift for one meal. These Gluten … Read more

Blackstone Sausage and Tortellini is packed with flavor and made from simple ingredients. Smoked or ground Italian sausage, vegetables and cheese-filled tortellini come together on the griddle in about 15 minutes for a satisfying family dinner. This cheese-filled tortellini and sausage recipe is one of our favorite Blackstone recipes. The smoky, savory Italian sausage browns … Read more

These refreshing homemade dragon fruit popsicles are packed with natural sweetness and make a perfect treat for warm weather. These vibrant pink popsicles get their color naturally from dragon fruit, also known as pitaya. Be sure to try the Blueberry Popsicles and Watermelon Popsicles next! Ingredient Notes Dragon Fruit: Pink frozen dragon fruit works well … Read more

An easy, foolproof old-fashioned banana pancakes recipe that will have you coming back for another stack. Everything mixes together quickly for a tender, flavorful result. This past year has been full of ups and downs, new friendships, lessons learned, and unexpected moments. A little late to celebrate, but I want to mark a few milestones … Read more

These Mini Egg Brownies are an easy and irresistible Easter treat: chewy, fudgy chocolate brownies studded with creamy Cadbury Mini Eggs. They have a moist, deeply chocolatey center, crisp crackly tops, and plenty of mini eggs folded into the batter and sprinkled on top for extra texture and color. Mini Egg Brownies Recipe *This post … Read more

Slow Cooker Pecan Pie Oatmeal – an easy crock pot breakfast that tastes like pecan pie. Made with just five ingredients and finished with chopped pecans. Slow Cooker Pecan Pie Oatmeal I love a simple, comforting bowl of oatmeal. It’s quick to prepare but can be full of flavor when you use the right ingredients … Read more

Whether you grew up with Southern cooking or are just discovering it, a steaming bowl of cheesy grits delivers instant comfort. Creamy, savory, and versatile, cheesy grits work perfectly on their own or as a base for bold mains—try them paired with Sheet Pan Cajun Chicken & Potatoes with Vegetables for a flavorful twist. 📖 … Read more

What makes a hot sauce good? After ten years of making homemade hot sauce from homegrown peppers, I’m still exploring the answer. Freshly harvested jalapeños and habaneros (Photo by Erich Boenzli) Join 500+ cozy folks for weekly recipes, crafts & good vibes – from my home to yours. When you sign up, I’ll send the … Read more

You practically need a chemistry degree to decode the ingredient list on many store-bought body washes. Many contain harsh or unnecessary chemicals I avoid for my family: sulfates like sodium lauryl sulfate that strip skin, artificial fragrances and colors that can trigger allergies, drying alcohols, and ingredients such as triclosan that have been linked to … Read more