This easy restaurant-style Szechuan chicken stir-fry will likely become your go-to weeknight dinner—ready in about 30 minutes. Tender chicken breast tossed with Chinese five-spice and a simple Asian sauce creates deep, balanced flavor without excess oil or refined sugar. Szechuan-style chicken is one of my favorite takeout orders—sweet, savory, and spicy. It’s a satisfying treat, … Read more

Sweet Pepper Relyeno, also known as Stuffed Sweet Peppers, is a versatile appetizer or main course made from mini sweet peppers filled with seasoned ground pork. The pork filling combines spices and aromatics reminiscent of the mixture used in Lumpiang Shanghai, then is placed atop halved peppers, lightly pan-fried, and finished in the oven for … Read more

These Pecan Pie Brownies are a brownie lover’s dream — a delicious mashup of two favorite desserts. If you enjoy brownies with pecans, this rich, chocolatey treat is sure to become a new favorite. These bars combine a fudgy brownie base made from a family-size boxed mix with a sweet, gooey pecan pie topping. The … Read more

When it comes to comfort food, few dishes satisfy like cheesy potato pancakes. Crispy on the outside and creamy inside, they’re an ideal way to repurpose leftover mashed potatoes into something new and delicious. This recipe is straightforward, quick to prepare, and perfect for breakfast, a snack, or as a side. Below you’ll find a … Read more

Make this Indian-style Fresh Fruit Cream in about 20 minutes. This chilled dessert is one of my favorite summer treats: no cooking, refreshingly light, and easily loaded with colorful seasonal fruits. Serve it cold on a hot day for the best result. Growing up in India, summer heat was intense, and simple cold desserts helped … Read more

Welcome to 2017 — almost! This week’s menu is full of light, healthy, and delicious recipes. I’m focusing on less sugar and more vegetables, and I plan to share many fresh, healthy recipes throughout the month. Enjoy these simple, flavorful dishes that make it easy to eat well without sacrificing taste. This week’s plan includes: … Read more

I love a good Cinderella story—especially when it involves great meat. Recently I fell for sous vide (pronounced “soo-VEED”), a cooking method that turns humble cuts into tender, juicy results that rival expensive roasts. Sous vide involves sealing food in a plastic bag and immersing it in water held at a precise low temperature by … Read more

The crock pot, also known as the slow cooker, is one of the most useful appliances to have in your kitchen. It saves time, is simple to use, and consistently produces flavorful, tender meals. After years of preparing slow-cooked dishes, I’ve gathered tips and techniques that will help you get the best results every time. … Read more

Ginger molasses cookies are a classic holiday treat. These soft, chewy cookies balance ginger, cloves, and cinnamon with rich molasses for warm, comforting flavor — perfect to leave for Santa or to enjoy with a cup of tea. Jump to recipe SIGN UP TO OUR MAILING LIST — GET A FREE WEEKLY MEAL PLANNER AND … Read more

As a child I loved when my grandma made Bubble & Squeak for breakfast. The name is playful, and the dish itself is a warm, comforting skillet breakfast that brings back fond memories. In our home it became a tradition to make Bubble & Squeak the morning after a roast or a boiled dinner. Packed … Read more