Sweet treats like this are the best. This S’mores Casserole takes just three simple ingredients to turn the classic campfire favorite into an easy oven-baked dessert. If you love gooey chocolate and toasted marshmallows, this will quickly become a go-to recipe. This s’mores casserole captures all the summer flavors you expect from a s’more: crunchy … Read more

Chili Oil Vodka Pasta Chili Oil Vodka Pasta blends creamy vodka-tomato sauce with the bold, savory heat of chili oil. It’s quick, one-pan comfort with layered flavors that feel restaurant-quality at home. Servings: 2 servings Prep: 5 minutes mins Cook: 15 minutes mins Total: 20 minutes mins Equipment Frying Pan Ingredients  Pasta 6 oz dried … Read more

Soft and chewy inside and crisp around the edges, these are some of the best oatmeal cookies you’ll make—packed with white chocolate for a creamy, sweet finish. This classic, easy-to-follow recipe yields rustic, homey cookies reminiscent of those your grandmother might have baked. Simple equipment is all you need: a mixing bowl and either an … Read more

Easter desserts should feel festive without being complicated. These 13 sweet treats bring color, flavor, and fun to your holiday table, from light and fruity to rich and indulgent. Each recipe is simple to make yet impressive enough to have everyone going back for seconds. Easter Chick Cookies Image Credit: Emily Fabulous Bright, colorful cookies … Read more

Tiropita is often enjoyed as a handheld Greek cheese pie, but here it’s presented as one golden, crispy, cheesy bake. This tiropita recipe combines feta, gouda, parmesan, and ricotta for a creamy, melty filling nestled in flaky, buttery phyllo. There’s no pretension to this Greek cheese pie — the name says it all. If you … Read more

Grilled peach salsa brings a smoky-sweet brightness to spiced chicken breasts. Using thinly sliced chicken cuts down on cooking time and makes this an easy weeknight meal. I was excited to see the “2015 Summer Cookbook: Farmers’ Market Edition” featured in the June issue of Cooking Light because it showcased my local farmers’ market, Headhouse … Read more

This Sheet Pan Smoked Sausage, Apple, and Root Veggie Dinner is an easy, flavorful weeknight meal that feels special enough for guests. Roasted smoked sausage pairs with sweet apples and a medley of root vegetables to create a balanced, nutritious dish. Fresh herbs, a squeeze of lemon, and a short broil at the end bring … Read more

I just arrived home from a rainy but enchanting weekend in Colonia del Sacramento, a small riverside town in Uruguay, just a couple of hours by ferry from Buenos Aires. Juan and I used the long weekend in Argentina to explore a nearby country. The quickest and most peaceful option was a short trip across … Read more

Calling all pickle lovers — meet your new favorite appetizer. These bacon-wrapped pickles combine tangy crunch with smoky, savory bacon for an irresistible bite that disappears fast. Bacon-wrapped anything is a crowd-pleaser. If you like these, try other simple bacon appetizers like bacon-wrapped dates, bacon-wrapped chestnuts, or bacon-wrapped Brussels sprouts. Bacon Wrapped Pickle Recipe Imagine … Read more

Many tea bags contain plastic. When you steep them in hot water, tiny plastic particles can leach from the bag into your cup—resulting in microplastic-contaminated tea. We reviewed numerous tea brands to identify those that use genuinely plastic-free tea bags and to point out brands that still rely on plastic or bioplastic components. This guide … Read more