In a season overflowing with good things to eat, let’s add one more cozy, custardy, pecan-studded delight to the dessert table, shall we, darlings? This pumpkin bread pudding with pecan praline sauce is the sweet little love story between classic bread pudding and pumpkin pie. …read more

  Halloween is creeping closer, my little pumpkin pickers, and we have enough sugar swirling around the neighborhood to power a small city. Cookies, caramel corn, candy bars, gummy goodies: the sugar situation is serious. So why not serve something savory, protein-packed, and positively bewitching …read more

Breakfast Boats: The Brunch Upgrade You Didn’t Know You Needed Brunch—there’s something magical about it. It’s not quite breakfast, not quite lunch, but totally perfect for both. Whether you’re lazy on a Sunday morning or hosting a group for a casual gathering, brunch is a …read more

Savvy Shopping: Why Frozen Spinach Is the Best Bargain for Healthy Eating + Easy Cheesy Spinach Pie Recipe Want to know the best bargain in the frozen foods aisle? It’s frozen spinach in those handy 10-ounce boxes. You might not think much of it at …read more

Meet the Star of Your Next Brunch Planning a special brunch? Here’s a decadent yet simple dish that’s fancy pants, frugal, and fabulous. Drumroll please… Strawberry Clafoutis! But before we talk food, here’s a great little idea: create your own personal French bistro experience right …read more

Easy Egg Substitutes for Baking: Save Money Without Sacrificing Taste Egg Prices Through the Roof? Here Are the Best Substitutes for Your Baking Recipes! We’ve all felt it: the sting of skyrocketing egg prices. Whether you’re trying to save money or just don’t have eggs …read more

Egg Drop Soup: Comfort in a Bowl in Just Minutes Egg drop soup has long been a favorite at Chinese restaurants, offering a simple, yet satisfying dish that’s perfect for warming up on a chilly day. The magic of this soup lies in the silky …read more

  Peaches and Cream Breakfast Casserole I’m on a mission to save breakfast. I’m an evangelical breakfast zealot. And this peaches and cream breakfast casserole is my proclamation, a divine blend of sweet peaches and creamy goodness that will convert even the staunchest morning skeptics.  …read more

  Elevate Your Mornings with Meal Prep Breakfast Burritos Feeding a family is … hectic. I think we can all agree about that.  Starting the day right is a gift you give yourself and your family, and nothing sets the tone like a wholesome breakfast. …read more

  How to Make Mischievous Meringue Ghosts These fun spooky little guys are surprisingly fast, easy and so totally inexpensive you’ll never buy meringues at the bakery again.   This is easiest with a stand mixer but I’ve used a hand mixer with no trouble. …read more

  Easy elegance on a budget, Salmon Soufflé.    How do you serve a salmon entrée to four people for under $5 total?  You make salmon soufflé.   Soufflé makes for a tastefully classy lunch, or dinner, even a lovely late night supper. Imagine fluffy, …read more

    The Magic and Mayhem of Making Meringue   Meringue is a light, airy and beautifully sweet dessert, originally from France, made from stiffly whipped egg whites and sugar. It’s actually really simple to make, yet people seem to think it’s very a difficult …read more