Jalapeño corn is a creamy, comforting side or dip that delivers a pleasant spicy kick. Cheesy and full of flavor, it’s perfect for game days, backyard barbecues, or a quick weeknight side. Best of all, this skillet-ready recipe comes together in about 10 minutes. This post contains helpful tips and tricks! If you’re short on … Read more

Need help planning an epic 40th Birthday Party? Here are many fun, creative ideas to help you plan a memorable 40th birthday celebration. Turning 40 is a milestone worth celebrating. Whether the guest of honor prefers an intimate evening with close friends or a big, glamorous event, this guide offers a range of options to … Read more

This Instant Pot stuffing uses challah for a rich, buttery flavor and a tender, moist texture. Cubed bread is lightly toasted, then combined with sautéed aromatics, butter, herbs, and stock. The mixture is placed in a greased pan and pressure-cooked inside the Instant Pot, freeing up oven space and keeping the dressing soft. Make it … Read more

This Baileys chocolate mousse uses just three ingredients: chocolate, cream and a generous splash of Baileys Irish Cream. There are no eggs or gelatine, making it one of the simplest Baileys mousses you can prepare. I’m a fan of easy mousse recipes and this Baileys chocolate mousse quickly became a favourite. It’s quick to make, … Read more

Make dinner extra special with kare-kareng pata. Quicker and more affordable than the beef version, this pork kare-kare delivers melt-in-your-mouth pork, tender-crisp vegetables, and a rich, savory peanut sauce. Kare-kareng Pata Learning to make kare-kare from scratch felt like a personal culinary milestone. This classic Filipino stew is often reserved for celebrations because of the … Read more

Healthy hot chocolate is a winter essential. This peanut butter hot chocolate is rich, creamy, and comes together in minutes using wholesome ingredients. It’s dairy-free, gluten-free, and made without refined sugar—an ideal cozy treat for cold nights. A steaming mug of cocoa is one of the best parts of the holiday season. In my family, … Read more

Most lamb ragu recipes call for braising shoulder for hours, but this version uses ground lamb so the active work is minimal. Chop a few vegetables, brown the meat, add wine and tomatoes, then let the sauce simmer until the flavors deepen. It’s a relaxed, satisfying dish you can enjoy with a glass of wine … Read more

I discovered true pimento cheese shortly before the Magnolia Table Cookbook was released in April 2018. Before that, my only experience was with an almond-covered cheeseball version I didn’t care for. In December 2017, at the excellent Merchants Restaurant in Nashville, Tennessee, I tried authentic pimento cheese for the first time. It was served alongside … Read more

This creamy coffee banana smoothie combines bold brewed coffee with the natural sweetness of bananas for an energizing breakfast or a midday boost. If you want a quick, satisfying breakfast that also delivers a caffeine kick, this coffee banana smoothie is a great option. It’s fast to make, creamy, and naturally sweet—perfect for busy mornings … Read more

These corn fritters hold a special place in my heart. They were my dad’s favorite breakfast when I was a kid and my mom would make them on slow Sunday mornings. I still use the recipe she wrote in her blue binder. She made them most often in summer when fresh corn was plentiful, but … Read more