Have you ever reached for white sugar and found the jar empty, but still wanted to sweeten your coffee? Brown sugar is a flavorful alternative worth trying. Below we explain what brown sugar is, how it differs from white sugar, and practical tips for using it in coffee. Differences Between Brown and White Sugar Both … Read more

If you’re heading to a cookout or backyard barbecue and need to bring a side, this curated collection of 30 Best Sides to Take to a Cookout has you covered. Inside you’ll find a variety of crowd-pleasing recipes including appetizers, salads, roasted vegetables, potato and bean sides, and desserts. Each entry includes make-ahead and transport … Read more

Homemade Lemon Ice Cream is silky, bright, and refreshingly tangy. Serve it alone, or add a scoop to your favorite dessert for a citrusy finish. This classic French-style churned ice cream is naturally gluten-free and nut-free. It uses simple ingredients and a custard base for a rich, creamy texture without relying on pre-made mixes or … Read more

The first time I tasted Kabuli Pilau, also called Afghani Pulao, was during my first year of college at a neighbourhood restaurant with my family. I still remember the platter: lightly browned, fragrant rice dotted with glossy raisins and sweet carrots, laid over generous chunks of tender meat. At first glance I thought, “Well, I’m … Read more

If you’ve come for Bacon Jam, there’s no need for a long introduction—let’s get straight to the recipe. Bacon Jam (makes about 2 cups) Ingredients: 1 pound nitrate/nitrate-free bacon, roughly chopped (end cuts work well) 1 onion, diced 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 1/3 cup maple syrup 3/4 cup brewed coffee Preheat the oven to … Read more

This fluffy homemade pita bread is ready in just a few hours and uses only a handful of simple ingredients plus water. For best results, use a stand mixer with a dough hook and a pizza stone for baking. Ingredients Warm water (about 95°F) Active dry yeast Granulated sugar Kosher salt Unbleached all-purpose flour Make … Read more

These Salsa Verde Shredded Beef Bowls are a fast, flavorful weeknight meal that uses just a few ingredients and convenient appliances. Tender shredded beef cooks in either an Instant Pot or a slow cooker and is served over cauliflower rice with sliced avocado and a sprinkle of onion and cilantro for a fresh Tex-Mex-inspired bowl. … Read more

I love peanut butter cookies, and this holiday season I wanted to give a classic peanut butter cookie recipe a festive twist. After baking the cookies in 1-inch squares, I arranged them into peanut butter pine cone cookies. The finished treats look like snowy pine cones when dusted with powdered sugar, making them perfect for … Read more

Spanakopita is usually served as a pie or in phyllo-wrapped triangles filled with spinach and cheese. If you want all those classic Greek flavors without the fuss of folding phyllo, this spanakopita grilled cheese is an easy, delicious alternative. Why You’ll Love This Recipe This sandwich captures the savory spinach-and-feta profile of spanakopita and turns … Read more