Chinese Jujube Date Sticky Rice Cake is a traditional sweet served during Chinese New Year. It has a sticky, taffy-like texture and a warm, roasted sweetness from jujube date jam made with dried jujube dates. Over the years I’ve tested many sticky rice cake recipes from my mother’s collection and from my aunt Florence Lin’s … Read more

Philly Cheesesteak Bites capture the classic flavors of a Philly cheesesteak in a single, flaky puff pastry cup. These bite-sized appetizers are hearty, easy to make, and perfect for parties or game day. Serve them alongside other crowd-pleasing starters like Charcuterie Cups or Cranberry Jalapeño Meatballs for a varied appetizer spread. 🥘 Why You’ll Love … Read more

Making steamed rice in the Instant Pot is simple, hands-off, and consistently delivers perfect results. If you own an Instant Pot, you may have noticed the many opinions about how to use it. Online groups and forums can be helpful but also overwhelming when everyone insists their way is best. Rice is a great example—there … Read more

Gluten Free Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful variation on the classic gluten-free chocolate chip cookie. These cookies are made with brown butter for a deep, nutty flavor and include gluten-free sourdough discard for a gentle tang and added moisture. After many tests during my gluten-free sourdough journey, I developed this sourdough-discard chocolate … Read more

This flanken-cut grilled beef short ribs recipe features a bright, spicy lemongrass-chile marinade. Because the ribs are sliced flanken-style, they cook quickly on a hot grill and deliver bold Asian-inspired flavors. You can have them on the table in about 30 minutes. Yes—you can grill beef short ribs, and flanken-cut ribs make it especially easy. … Read more

If you enjoy chocolate-covered cherries, you’ll love this chocolate cherry smoothie. It uses just six simple ingredients and comes together in under 5 minutes. This thick, creamy chocolate cherry smoothie tastes like dessert for breakfast. It has a rich chocolate flavor and the bright taste of cherries for a satisfying, well-balanced drink. Why you’ll love … Read more

This Chicken Enchilada Casserole is an easy, satisfying way to enjoy classic enchilada flavors without rolling individual tortillas. Layers of tender shredded chicken, black beans, melted cheese, and zesty red enchilada sauce bake into a comforting casserole that’s ideal for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or casual gatherings. Think of this as shortcut enchiladas: instead of rolling … Read more

These Shrimp and Steak Kabobs combine cubed ribeye, large shrimp, mushrooms, zucchini, and yellow squash, all grilled to your preference and finished with a simple garlic butter sauce. Table of Contents How to make Surf N Turf Skewers You may also like This surf-and-turf grill recipe takes about 30 minutes and is perfect for a … Read more

This White Chocolate Cranberry Fudge is a holiday classic: creamy, sweet white chocolate fudge scattered with bright, tart dried cranberries. It’s easy to make, stores well, and makes a lovely edible gift. Every year I plan a selection of homemade treats for neighbors, coworkers, and friends. I like to offer a variety so there’s something … Read more