Today’s guest writer is Susan from Girl in the Little Red Kitchen. I first connected with Susan through the Food Bloggers Network Facebook group nearly two years ago, and we also both take part in the Great Food Blogger Cookie Swap. Her photography always makes me hungry, and I’ve been bookmarking her Strawberry Framboise Sorbet … Read more

This hearty vegan minestrone is loaded with seasonal vegetables, beans, lentils and whole grains—an ideal comforting winter soup rich in flavor, fiber and plant-based protein. This winter-ready vegan minestrone combines vegetables, plant proteins and whole grains in one satisfying bowl. It’s nourishing, wholesome and surprisingly simple. Built from pantry staples—canned tomatoes, beans, dried lentils and … Read more

If you like simple, fuss-free meals, this Chicken Parmesan Pie will become a go-to. Between work, family, and everything else, most of us don’t have time to spend hours in the kitchen. That’s why I create easy, flavorful recipes that come together quickly but still feel like comfort food. This Chicken Parmesan Pie combines familiar … Read more

Every autumn I start craving a pumpkin roll. It’s a dessert that looks spectacular—like you spent hours preparing it—yet it’s surprisingly straightforward. A tender pumpkin-spiced sponge wrapped around a sweet cream cheese filling is the kind of treat that makes the season feel complete. I began baking pumpkin rolls years ago for Thanksgiving, and they … Read more

Perfectly battered and fried to a golden crisp, these succulent shrimp make a mouth-watering appetizer or main dish. Deep fried shrimp are crunchy, flavorful, and ideal with homemade tartar or remoulade. Crispy fried shrimp are a family favorite. While pan-frying is quick and convenient, deep frying gives shrimp an unmistakable crispness that turns an ordinary … Read more

Make this easy Monkey Bread with biscuits in under an hour. It’s rich, gooey, buttery and full of warm cinnamon-sugar flavor. The shortcut? Refrigerated biscuits as the base, so you get the same cozy, crowd-pleasing treat without hours of mixing and proofing. Perfect for breakfast or a relaxed brunch. I’ve made monkey bread from scratch … Read more

Autumn and baking naturally belong together—there’s something comforting about warm ovens, cozy kitchens, and the scent of spices as the leaves turn. Fall baking brings family and friends together, and this season there’s even more reason to get into the kitchen. I was thrilled to hear that Nestlé® Toll House® is reintroducing its seasonal fall … Read more

We love cooking with what the land provides, and rabbit makes an excellent, lean source of protein. This slow cooker rabbit stew is hearty, comforting, and simple to prepare — perfect for chilly evenings and family dinners. Slow Cooker Rabbit Stew Rabbit hunting season often falls in the colder months, so fresh rabbit is commonly … Read more

I’m currently obsessed with upside-down cakes, and with figs in season there’s no better time to make one. This fig and cardamom upside-down cake balances sweet caramel, tender cake, and warm spice. The result is sticky, fragrant, and tender—perfect for a late-summer dessert or a cozy autumn treat. The recipe is straightforward: caramelize sugar, arrange … Read more

Men, I moustache you: how do you keep a stiff upper lip? Do you hide it under a Hungarian curl? Keep it surreal and sculpted like Salvador Dali? Pair it with a villainous Fu Manchu? Go rugged with a Walrus? Or let it live free in a proud Mo-Fro? Whatever style you favor, Movember gives … Read more