Looking for a flavorful recipe for your Instant Pot or a trusty slow cooker? These tender garlic-lemon chicken thighs with creamy potatoes bring Italian-inspired flavors and work well in either appliance. The chicken and potatoes simmer in a fragrant jus until everything is perfectly cooked and ready to serve to family or guests. I don’t … Read more

Your crock pot can do more than prepare meals. With a few simple steps you can use it as a gentle essential oil diffuser to fragrance and humidify a room. This is a handy, low-cost option when you want a continuous, subtle scent without buying a separate diffuser. To use your crock pot as a … Read more

This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my full disclosure policy. Strawberry Lemonade Cookies combine bright lemon and sweet strawberry in a soft, thick cookie that’s perfect for summer. A lemon-scented sugar cookie base is crowned with a creamy strawberry buttercream made from real freeze-dried strawberries for intense flavor and a lovely pink hue. … Read more

Our Reverse Seared Grilled Hanger Steak is a fantastic, under-the-radar cut that delivers tender, beefy bites quickly. Start with a low-and-slow reverse sear on the grill to build smoky flavor, then finish hot in a cast-iron skillet with butter and a sticky bourbon glaze. The result is steakhouse-level texture and taste with minimal fuss. Reverse … Read more

This Beef Chuck Chili is a comforting, flavor-packed recipe featuring tender, fall-apart beef, a careful blend of spices, and a rich, complex sauce that invites seconds. Made from straightforward ingredients but big on depth, it’s ideal for chilly nights, game-day gatherings, or any time you want a satisfying, make-ahead meal. Ready in about three hours … Read more

This Chocolate PB Chess Pie is decadently rich, fudgy, and full of peanut butter flavor. It looks elegant, slices cleanly, and has the comforting, homemade feel of a classic Southern dessert—modernized with chocolate ganache and peanut butter for an indulgent twist. A cocoa shortbread-style crust holds a dense chocolate-peanut butter filling finished with a glossy … Read more

Everybody has an opinion about eggnog. Sprinkled with nutmeg and often spiked with alcohol, eggnog is a holiday beverage that people either love or avoid. While you can buy pasteurized versions in cartons or bottles at the supermarket, few make it from scratch. That’s understandable: traditional recipes call for raw eggs and sometimes a lengthy … Read more

Caribou Lou is a bright, tropical cocktail that’s perfect for hot days. Cold, creamy, and fruity, its blend of rum, coconut, and pineapple delivers a refreshing, relaxing drink that’s easy to enjoy at home. I haven’t posted a drink recipe since my Rusa Drink, but I make cocktails at home often. Today I’m excited to … Read more

Watermelon poke cake was my attempt to capture watermelon flavor in a simple, nostalgic poke cake. Instead of trying to work with fresh watermelon, which adds too much moisture and can be tricky to incorporate, this version uses watermelon-flavored gelatin to deliver the taste without watering down the cake. It’s an easy, fun dessert that … Read more