Who’s up for Muddy Buddies? Smooth chocolate, salty peanut butter, and a light dusting of powdered sugar turn crispy Chex cereal into an irresistible snack. A Crunchy, Sweet Snack Recipe Muddy Buddies—also called puppy chow, reindeer treats, or monkey munch—combine crunchy cereal coated in a warm chocolate–peanut butter mixture, then tossed in powdered sugar for … Read more

This coconut shrimp curry is a simple, flavorful dinner that’s creamy, slightly spicy and surprisingly healthy. It’s naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a great option for many diets. Ready in about 30 minutes, this recipe uses red curry paste, coconut milk, lime leaves (or lemongrass) and fresh vegetables. You can easily swap shrimp for … Read more

As I mentioned in my last post, this week features guest posts and I’m thrilled with the lineup. There is a wonderful collection of recipes and contributors, and I’m confident you’ll enjoy each one. A few weeks ago I posted on Facebook asking for guest posters for the second week of July and was encouraged … Read more

In a year that kept us homebound, we turned the kitchen into an adventure and produced some truly memorable dishes. Here are Cook Eat World’s Top 10 recipes of 2020. 2020 was a year of staying in, which meant many of us cooked at home more than ever. For me, it was an opportunity to … Read more

This creamy Iron Skillet Chicken Pot Pie is hearty and comforting. It’s filled with tender chicken and plenty of vegetables all coated in a rich, gravy-like sauce, then finished with a flaky pie crust. A family favorite—there are rarely any leftovers. I first shared this recipe in 2016, and after revisiting it I decided it … Read more

This Glazed Maple Apple Cake is a moist, fall-ready dessert with apples distributed throughout and a maple glaze that tastes like buttery toffee. Maple syrup always makes me think of my Nan. Years ago Paul and I visited her in Las Vegas. My Uncle Randy made a huge stack of pancakes for her and poured … Read more

If you think tofu is bland, this Lemon Pepper Tofu will change your mind. Thin slices of firm tofu are marinated in a silky tahini-lemon sauce, dredged in a cornstarch and sesame seed coating, then pan-fried or baked until crisp outside and tender within. Finished with fresh lemon zest, this plant-based main dish offers bright … Read more

These meringue ghosts are my favorite quick and festive Halloween treat. Crisp on the outside, light and melt-in-your-mouth inside, and delicately flavored with vanilla, these ghost-shaped meringue cookies are as charming as they are delicious. Best of all, they require just four basic ingredients and only the simple skill of whipping egg whites. Halloween Ghost … Read more

Stuffed mushrooms are a classic appetizer that work for family dinners, potlucks, and party trays. How you cook them makes a real difference in texture and flavor. Ninja Woodfire Stuffed Mushrooms This time I tackled the question many stuffed mushroom fans ask: should you smoke or air fry your stuffed mushrooms? This Page Contains Affiliate … Read more

Vegan soul cakes are small, spiced cakes or biscuits rooted in medieval British tradition. Originally baked for All Hallows’ Eve, All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day, they were made as offerings to remember the dead. Today they make a comforting seasonal treat for Halloween or Samhain. Texturally they sit between a shortbread biscuit and … Read more