The recipe is inspired by the classic Italian Caprese. Tender grilled chicken is topped with thinly sliced Roma tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, chopped basil, and a drizzle of balsamic reduction. It’s an elegant, flavorful dish that’s simple to prepare. You can prepare Chicken Caprese either on the grill or in the oven. Baking is a more … Read more

This pesto tortellini and spinach soup is a simple, comforting dish that comes together quickly. Using a flavorful homemade chicken or vegetable broth makes the soup light yet satisfying. It pairs beautifully with a crisp salad and crusty bread for dipping, making it a perfect weeknight lunch or easy dinner. Pesto Tortellini and Spinach Soup … Read more

Looking for an alternative to classic buffalo wings? Try honey garlic chicken wings — a family-friendly option that’s sweet, savory and simple to make. These wings are grilled first for a smoky base, then finished in a glossy honey-garlic sauce that kids and adults both love. Table of Contents Prep and grill the chicken wings … Read more

Making salad dressings in-house is a simple, effective way to reduce sodium and serve students fresher, healthier meals. Below are a selection of flavorful, easy-to-make dressings that use common ingredients and deliver bright, satisfying taste without relying on processed bottles. Tangy Apple Vinaigrette This bright vinaigrette blends green apple, honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar … Read more

This s’mores layer cake features graham cracker–flavored cake layers filled with homemade marshmallow fluff, chocolate ganache, and finished with a chocolate Swiss meringue buttercream. When I first posted this recipe years ago, the photos needed an update — but the cake itself was always worth sharing. One friend once joked after tasting it, “Is this … Read more

We kept our family photo albums on a bookcase by the fireplace when I was growing up—red, green, and brown leather spines with gold trim. Above them was a loose stack of snapshots we loved even more: the outtakes. Long before digital cameras, those were the candid shots—double chins, crossed eyes, awkward limbs—that made us … Read more

A creamy dairy-free soup that tastes like the filling of chicken pot pie. This slow cooker recipe is loaded with potatoes, carrots, peas, cauliflower, chicken, and a rich coconut cream sauce — and it makes weeknight dinners and leftovers effortless. I’ve been making more slow cooker recipes lately because I love having dinner ready without … Read more

Craving brownie batter without turning on the oven? This no-bake Brownie Batter Dip delivers that chocolatey nostalgia in minutes. If you were the kid who always sneaked a spoonful of batter, you’ll love this. Growing up we kept a box of brownie mix in the pantry—sometimes baked into tahini brownies or brownie bites—but the uncooked … Read more

Placed under the skin, seared in a hot pan, then finished in the oven, this chicken turned out tender and full of flavor. I loved the spinach and Gorgonzola filling adapted from The Great Meat Cookbook by Bruce Aidells. I liked it so much that I made a small batch for last night’s dinner using … Read more

This recipe for actually delicious green detox soup is, well… actually delicious. It’s light, fresh, and full of flavor. I’m excited to share this recipe from Liz Moody’s cookbook, healthier together. The book is full of simple, healthy recipes for two, and this green detox soup was one I had to try first. Made with … Read more