This fresh strawberry pie is a beloved recipe in Amish and Mennonite kitchens because it produces a well-set, brightly flavored strawberry filling using clear jel and strawberry gelatin. After trying a cornstarch-thickened version that didn’t set well, I found this clear-jel method in several Amish and Mennonite cookbooks and it has become a favorite. If … Read more

I am always fascinated by stories about how people have transformed their lives by changing the way they eat. Some lose a lot of weight, others overcome illnesses, and many become more productive, start businesses, and pull their lives together. I tend to believe those stories—sometimes maybe a bit naively. I also believe in science … Read more

Apple blueberry crisp is a cozy, classic dessert that combines sweet-tart apples with juicy blueberries and a buttery, cinnamon-spiced brown sugar crumble. It’s an easy bake that highlights seasonal fruit and a crunchy oat topping, perfect served warm with vanilla ice cream or lightly sweetened whipped cream. Why Should You Make This Recipe This apple … Read more

This healthy Peach Blueberry Crisp is a light, summertime dessert that’s both vegan and gluten-free. It’s simple to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser. Summer still has plenty to offer, and while cool-weather treats are tempting, juicy peaches and fresh berries deserve their moment. After a big produce run, combining peaches and blueberries in a crisp … Read more

Certain recipes instantly bring back childhood memories, and these cranberry orange scones are one of them. Every holiday season my grandmother would bring out her well-worn mixing bowl, zest oranges by hand, and teach me how to make scones the old-fashioned way: no fancy gadgets, just cold butter, gentle hands, and a little intuition. What … Read more

Here is another great recipe for your Super Bowl spread! Hot Dog & Bacon Bites (Crock Pot) Prep Time:10 minutes mins Cook Time:4 hours hrs Total Time:4 hours hrs 10 minutes mins Ingredients 2 packages hot dogs cut in half or into thirds brown sugar (enough to cover layers, about 1/2–3/4 cup total) 1 lb … Read more

Spring is here — or at least the calendar says so and social feeds certainly act like it. That’s reason enough to fire up the grill and make these BBQ baby back ribs. I live in San Francisco where the seasons are subtle, but if you’re finally pulling out flip-flops and getting more time outdoors, … Read more

This Greek Lemon Oven Roasted Chicken is simple to prepare and packed with Mediterranean flavor. Juicy, bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are quickly marinated in lemon, olive oil, garlic, oregano and a touch of yogurt, then roasted with Kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes and cubed Feta until the skin is crisp and the meat is tender. It’s … Read more

From the Publisher: Suburbia can seem like a civilized refuge, but it hides plenty of sharp edges. The Paradise Heights Women’s League is proof. When Lyssa Harper invited Harry Wilder—the golden-haired, recently single dad who used to run the corporate world—into the group, she didn’t expect the chaos that followed. Harry arrived with cupcakes and … Read more

If you want a fast, fuss-free fall treat, these Weight Watchers 2-Ingredient Pumpkin Spice Cake Mix Mini Muffins are perfect. Made with just a box of spice cake mix and a can of pumpkin puree, they bake up moist, flavorful, and perfectly portioned. No oil, eggs, or butter required—simply mix, bake, and enjoy. They have … Read more