Crock Pot Picadillo is a comforting, flavorful Cuban-inspired dish made from ground beef simmered slowly with tomatoes, green olives, bell peppers, cumin and warm spices. It’s an ideal slow cooker meal for busy days: simple to prepare, full of savory depth, and versatile enough to serve over rice, stuffed into peppers, folded into tacos or … Read more

Sweet summer corn roasted in the oven and finished with a light cilantro compound butter—just a pinch of chipotle and cumin gives bright, smoky flavor without overpowering the natural sweetness. This oven-roasted corn is an easy, reliable side dish that highlights peak-season corn and comes together with minimal effort. Local farm stands overflow with sweet … Read more

This simple edamame hummus takes the familiar comfort of classic hummus and swaps chickpeas for edamame, giving the dip a vibrant green color and a subtle, nutty soybean flavor. Bright lemon, toasted sesame tahini, and garlic round out the profile, creating a refreshing Asian–Middle Eastern fusion that works beautifully as a snack, spread, or party … Read more

These easy three-cheese lasagna roll-ups are filled with sautéed zucchini, ricotta and Parmesan, then topped with marinara and melted mozzarella. They’re kid-friendly, vegetarian, great for portion control and ideal when you need to feed a crowd or prepare meals ahead. Zucchini Lasagna Roll Ups Lasagna roll-ups make dinner simpler than assembling a whole tray of … Read more

My favorite way to use leftover turkey is to simmer a big, comforting pot of turkey noodle soup. It’s an ideal way to use up holiday leftovers, clear out the fridge, and enjoy a warm, nourishing meal everyone will love. Turkey Noodle Soup Don’t toss the turkey bones after Thanksgiving — homemade turkey stock made … Read more

These Air Fryer Salmon Patties are a tasty, practical way to turn leftover cooked salmon or canned salmon into a quick, satisfying meal. Crisp on the outside and tender inside, they come together in minutes and are ideal for weeknight dinners, meal prep, sandwiches, or bowls. Air Fryer Salmon Patties The air fryer is perfect … Read more

This whipped ricotta dip captures the fresh, vibrant flavors of a classic caprese salad—juicy roasted tomatoes, fragrant basil, and creamy ricotta—reimagined as a smooth, scoopable appetizer that’s ideal for holiday gatherings and parties. Whipped Ricotta Dip I developed this whipped ricotta caprese dip while testing holiday appetizers and loved the result. It takes the familiar … Read more

Chicken Corn Chowder is the kind of comforting, satisfying soup that feels like a warm hug on cool evenings. Tender pieces of white meat chicken, sweet corn kernels and potatoes combine in a thick, creamy broth that’s made lighter by relying on pureed corn and mashed potatoes instead of heavy cream. The result is rich … Read more

This Air Fryer Peanut Curry Tofu with Gingery Cauliflower Rice is a quick, plant-based, high-protein, lower-carb meal that’s full of flavor and ready in under 30 minutes. Crispy air-fried tofu is tossed in a creamy peanut-curry sauce and served over fragrant ginger cauliflower rice for a satisfying weeknight dinner or meal-prep lunch. Air Fryer Peanut … Read more

Changua, a comforting milk-and-egg soup from Bogotá, Colombia, is a simple, nourishing dish traditionally served for breakfast. My mother—who was born in Bogotá—made this for our family whenever someone felt under the weather, and it’s commonly believed to help settle a rough morning after a night out. Light, savory, and easy to prepare, changua is … Read more