Ingredients: 4 medium sweet peppers (mixed colors) 1 lb lean ground beef 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped carrot 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 cup cooked rice 2 teaspoons chili powder 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat) 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste 14 ounces tomato sauce Directions: … Read more

The absolute best homemade hummus — smooth, creamy, and perfect for dipping with pita or vegetables, spreading on sandwiches, or adding to bowls. After many attempts to match the silky hummus I enjoy at restaurants, I’ve finally settled on a method that consistently yields the creamiest homemade hummus. If your homemade hummus has ever come … Read more

Move over, Swiss and Italian meringue buttercream. French buttercream is one of the most luxuriously silky-smooth frostings you will ever taste. I love a good buttercream frosting. The frosting really is the icing on the cake — without it, cake is just cake. That’s fine, but add a rich homemade buttercream and the whole dessert … Read more

Classic Egg Drop Soup refreshed with spring vegetables and a crown of fresh crab. Spring produce is popping up everywhere, so I’ve taken the classic egg drop soup and brightened it with vibrant green vegetables — and I think it’s better for it. Spring Egg Drop Soup with fresh Jonah crab and a medley of … Read more

Welcome back to another episode of Dinner Stories: The Triumphs and Travails of Hosting! For January, join me for a cozy, heart-healthy dinner party that’s for the heart, from the heart! I’m striking a balance between nourishing, plant-forward dishes that are both healthy and elegant. Hello and happy 2026! Welcome back to Dinner Stories: The … Read more

By Wendy Stoltz / Last Modified On January 15, 2023 You can enjoy a tender, citrus-infused Gluten-Free Orange Cupcake in under an hour. This easy recipe uses just a few ingredients and yields moist, flavorful cupcakes perfect any time of year. Table of Contents Orange Cupcakes Gluten Free Orange Cupcakes How to make Orange Cupcakes … Read more

Tzatziki — tsaht-ZEE-kee! That cool yogurt-and-cucumber sauce you enjoy at Greek restaurants. Tzatziki combines yogurt, drained cucumber, olive oil, fresh herbs (usually mint or dill), garlic, lemon juice and salt into a bright, chilled sauce, dip or spread. I visited Greece last fall and sampled tzatziki at every restaurant I could. This recipe captures that … Read more

This 2-ingredient maple cream cheese frosting is a delightful, simple topping that transforms cakes, cupcakes, and muffins. It’s ultra creamy, naturally sweetened, and comes together in just minutes—perfect when you want rich flavor without fuss. Table of Contents Maple cream cheese frosting Ingredients How to make maple frosting How to use maple frosting FAQs Tips … Read more

Delicious In-N-Out sauce is perfect for burgers, Animal Style fries, or as a dipping sauce. This iconic restaurant spread is quick and easy to make at home and tastes fantastic. Easy In-N-Out Sauce Recipe We don’t have a nearby In-N-Out—our closest location is a 6–7 hour drive—so I learned to recreate the sauce at home. … Read more