Fresh homemade salsa made with diced tomatoes, chopped peppers, green onions, cilantro, and simple seasonings. These ingredients combine to create a flavorful, mild salsa you’ll want to eat by the spoonful. Updated: February 12, 2025 This is big, folks — my “top secret” fresh salsa recipe that I learned from my dear Aunt Janie. I’ve … Read more

If you’ve never roasted beets in foil, you’re in for a delicious surprise. This straightforward oven method turns earthy raw beets into tender, caramelized vegetables with intensified sweetness. Wrapping whole beets in foil seals in moisture and color, makes cleanup simple, and loosens the skins so they slip off easily after roasting. Use them warm … Read more

This avocado egg salad is a fresh twist on classic egg salad—no mayo required. Made with hard-boiled eggs, ripe avocado, Greek yogurt, crisp vegetables and fresh herbs, it’s creamy, flavorful and easy to prepare. One of my most popular recipes is Avocado Tuna Salad because it’s fast, simple and uses everyday ingredients. This avocado egg … Read more

Molasses and Rum Glazed Pork Steaks with Savory Apple Butter — a true delight, and the apple butter topping is worth its weight in gold My feelings about pork have shifted a lot in recent years, and these Molasses and Rum Glazed Pork Steaks are a big reason why. Pork used to be overcooked so … Read more

This easy Twice Baked Potato Casserole captures everything you love about loaded baked potatoes in a single creamy, cheesy casserole. Packed with crisp bacon, green onions, and melted sharp cheddar, it’s an ideal make-ahead side for the holidays or for entertaining any time of year. If you want an impressive, fail-safe side dish, this loaded … Read more

The last few days I’ve been out of the loop, feeling like I was twenty steps behind because of issues with my work machine. Our desktop functions, but it won’t serve my clients or support many of the tasks I need to complete. So it’s time to get back to business — back to working … Read more

Low Carb Roasted Pumpkin Deviled Eggs are a fun and healthy way to celebrate Halloween. Only 1.4g net carbs per serving, or 5.5g for the whole lot, so you can eat to your heart’s content. If you prefer not to fuss with colored egg whites or olive spiders, that’s fine — the simpler version is … Read more

This buttery, perfectly toasted, extra cheesy garlic bread is piled high with freshly grated Parmesan and gooey mozzarella. It’s far better than anything from a bag! Also try the BBQ Chicken French Bread Pizza and Pepperoni French Bread Pizza variations for a heartier option. Why you’ll love it Homemade garlic bread hits all the satisfying … Read more

Cranberry Fluff is a classic holiday side—sweet, slightly tart, and delightfully fluffy. Made with fresh cranberries, miniature marshmallows, crushed pineapple, and whipped cream, this simple make-ahead salad brightens any Thanksgiving or Christmas table. It may be regional, but it deserves wider recognition. If you haven’t tried it yet, this easy recipe will change that. The … Read more

Go boating with these Thai vegetarian zucchini boats! A spicy, simple stuffed zucchini recipe bursting with Thai flavor. *Please note: this post was originally published in 2017. The post has been updated but the recipe is the same.* We’re sticking with #ThaiTuesday — we love Thai spices. With a bumper crop of zucchini this season … Read more