On why you should always be an optimist, especially when baking and a recipe for Root Beer Float Cupcakes.

Classic Baked Macaroni & Cheese

Creamy Lemon Pasta with Spinach & Tomatoes

Mini Carrot Cakes

Bake up some of these melt-in-your-mouth Cocoa Brownies for a sweet and simple dessert

Ham & Cheese Pretzel Bites

Cinnamon Roll Muffins + Silicone Muffin Pan Giveaway!!

Tired of your fresh herbs falling flat? Here are some helpful hints on properly storing and freezing your herbs so they stay fresher longer!

Try these mini peach tarts with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a sweet and oh-so simple dessert!

Step away from the meat and try this delish vegetarian pasta dish for an easy, good-for-you dinner!

These egg bread buns have a thin crust on top, a crunchy cornmeal layer on the bottom and the perfect spongy middle.

Perfectly seasoned tender steak and creamy avocado sauce? Oh yeah, it’s heavenly.

Roast leg of lamb with roasted vegetables on a platter

Hearts of Palm and Tomato Salad with shallots, olive oil, red wine vinegar and lemon

Cool treat

Spice up your weekday with this fresh and tangy pico de gallo!

Cool off with icy cold raspberry or pineapple granita. No ice cream maker needed – just sugar, water, and your favorite fresh fruit!

Give your next BBQ an Asian twist with this grilled chicken marinated in soy sauce, garlic and fresh ginger.

Potato Salad: the perfect side for a summer barbecue or picnic

It’s impossible to eat just one of these melt-in-your-mouth White Chocolate Macadamia Nut cookies!

Fresh pasta from scratch filled with the bounty of summer. Not bad for a new mom of two.

Sweet and Tangy Barbecue Ribs for the 4th of July.