Cherry Hand Pies: Flaky Homemade Mini Fruit Pies

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Cherry Hand Pies are a simple, festive treat for the busy holiday season. Made with store-bought pie crusts and canned cherry filling, they’re quick to assemble, easy to serve, and ideal for parties, potlucks, or an afternoon baking project with the kids. Christmas Tree Cherry Hand Pies These cherry hand pies come together with minimal … Read more

Cheesy Pizza Casserole Recipe for Busy Weeknights

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This Easy Pizza Casserole delivers all the delicious flavors of pizza in a comforting, family-friendly casserole. Pasta tossed with pizza and marinara sauces, plenty of gooey mozzarella, pepperoni, and mild Italian sausage bake together to make an easy, satisfying meal both kids and adults will enjoy. For a fun change from takeout, try this Pizza … Read more

Stuffed Pepper Soup Recipe: Cozy Homemade Comfort Meal

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This stuffed pepper soup turns the flavors of classic stuffed peppers into a warm, comforting soup—perfect for chilly nights and family dinners. I love soup year-round, and this simple stuffed pepper soup is now one of my go-to recipes. It’s hearty, family-friendly, and cooks on the stovetop for an easy weeknight meal or meal prep … Read more

Whole-Food Peanut Butter Cups Recipe: Simple Homemade Treat

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Tonight we wanted a Sunday-night treat that still felt a bit healthy. These whole-food peanut butter cups hit the spot — one is usually enough to satisfy my sweet tooth, and my kids adore them too. They’re a dream for dark chocolate and peanut butter lovers. For a milder, milk-chocolate-like flavor, use 1/4 cup unsweetened … Read more

How Much Dessert Is Safe for Kids? A Parent’s Guide

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In my last post I wrote about how often to serve dessert and some DOs and DON’Ts for treats with children. Today I’m focusing on how much dessert is appropriate in one sitting. The recommendations may surprise you. Dessert with a meal As I mentioned previously, serving dessert with a meal instead of only afterwards … Read more

Classic Homemade Meatloaf Recipe with Savory Glaze

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Best Meatloaf Recipe – not your mom’s meatloaf. Moist, tender, and full of flavor. Great for making ahead and for picky eaters. I wasn’t a fan of meatloaf growing up—it showed up sometimes and never appealed to me. My father-in-law, on the other hand, happily ate meatloaf multiple times a week. When I tried my … Read more

Two-Ingredient White Chocolate Ganache Recipe

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White chocolate ganache is one of the easiest and most delicious fillings and decorations for cakes and desserts. Made from just two ingredients — heavy cream and white chocolate — this version uses the microwave to speed up the process while keeping the texture smooth and creamy. [feast_advanced_jump_to] Equipment Checklist To make microwave white chocolate … Read more

Creamy Hatch Green Chile Mac and Cheese Recipe

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Add bright, smoky flavor to classic mac ‘n cheese with roasted Hatch green chile peppers. This stovetop Green Chile Macaroni and Cheese is ready in about 30 minutes and makes a rich, comforting dinner the whole family will enjoy. Serves 4. Each late summer I look forward to Hatch chile season. These roasted green chiles … Read more

Hearty Cabbage and Vegetable Soup Recipe

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You will love this warming vegetarian soup. Vegetable Soup with Cabbage is a hearty, flavorful bowl loaded with vegetables, white beans and tiny pasta. It’s quick to make, freezes well, and is perfect for cold weather or meal prep.

Vegetable Soup with Cabbage in white bowl

This soup comes together in under 30 minutes and stores beautifully in the refrigerator or freezer. The white beans add creaminess and plant-based protein to keep you satisfied, while the small pasta gives the soup a comforting texture. You can easily omit the pasta to reduce carbs, or swap in different vegetables based on what you have on hand.

I don’t always use cabbage in soup, but leftover cabbage from coleslaw inspired this version. If you like tiny soup pastas, acini de pepe or other small shapes work especially well. The recipe is flexible — use chickpeas instead of white beans, or add greens like spinach or Swiss chard if you prefer.

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Kumquat, Avocado & Pistachio Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

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This kumquat salad bursts with contrasting flavors and textures. Crisp romaine and roasted pistachios meet creamy avocado and tangy feta, all brightened by sliced kumquats and a simple orange‑honey vinaigrette.

Kumquat Pistachio Avocado Salad

This recipe was inspired by a winter visit to my parents in California. We enjoyed an unusually warm day under a laden kumquat tree—75°F on December 23rd—before returning home to snow and subzero temperatures in Oregon. The contrast only made the citrus feel more special.

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