These buttery sugar cookies gain a subtle tang from cream cheese. Rolled in sugar, they bake to a slightly crisp exterior with a chewy, tender center. Cream Cheese Sugar Cookies: Sugar Cookies with a Twist When people say “sugar cookie,” they mean different things: cut-outs or drop cookies. This recipe is a drop-style sugar cookie … Read more

Chocolate and peppermint are a timeless holiday pairing and one of my favorites. These Chocolate Candy Cane Crunch Cookies begin with a cocoa cookie dough lightly flavored with peppermint extract, studded with white chocolate chips and crunchy crushed candy cane pieces. After baking, each cookie is drizzled with melted dark chocolate and finished with an … Read more

This one-pot chicken, spinach and tomato pasta is simple to make, comforting, and full of flavor. Below you’ll find an easy step-by-step method, ingredient notes, storage tips, and answers to common questions to help you prepare this satisfying weeknight meal. If you’re looking for a quick and tasty dinner, this one-pot chicken spinach tomato pasta … Read more

This vegan creamy dill sauce and dressing is wonderfully versatile—drizzle it over falafel, tacos, veggie burgers, wraps, pizza, rice, quinoa, and roasted or steamed vegetables. It also works as a light, healthy dressing for garden salads, potato salad, and pasta salad. The rich, creamy texture comes from cashews, so it’s completely dairy-free. Adjust the water … Read more

While browsing Pinterest recently, I found a design that stopped me in my tracks. Inspired by those playful skeleton ornaments, I knew right away these needed to be turned into edible cupcakes—perfect for a Halloween party and guaranteed to give friends a good-natured fright. The original designer at smallandpissed inspired this idea, and we had … Read more

Bright, bittersweet, and lightly effervescent, the Aperol Spritz is a classic cocktail that’s as beautiful as it is refreshing. This Latin-inspired version swaps Prosecco for Spanish Cava and finishes with the lively bubbles of Topo Chico, creating what I think is the best Aperol spritz around. What is an Aperol Spritz? An Aperol Spritz is … Read more

This easy Butter Bean Dip is a creamy, nutritious spread similar to hummus, but made with butter beans (also called lima beans) instead of chickpeas. This simple recipe was born from a hummus craving and no canned chickpeas in the pantry — only butter beans. The result is a smooth, flavorful dip that’s quick to … Read more

Chocolate Gingerbread Cake takes the warm, spicy flavors of classic gingerbread and pairs them with dark cocoa for a rich, comforting dessert. If you haven’t tried ginger and chocolate together, this easy cake is a delicious introduction. This simple gingerbread cake comes together in about 15 minutes of prep and bakes into a moist, spiced … Read more

If you love peppermint bark, these peppermint chocolate chip cookies are a must-try. They bake up with soft, chewy centers and crisp edges, loaded with crushed candy canes and a mix of dark and white chocolate chips. Festive and flavorful, they strike the perfect balance of peppermint and chocolate for holiday cookie plates and gift … Read more

This Quick Tiramisu Chia Pudding with Yogurt is effortless and delicious. Yogurt makes it creamy, chia seeds thicken it, and coffee, vanilla and cocoa add a tiramisu-inspired flavour. It’s a luxurious breakfast or snack that’s ready with minimal effort. The core of this recipe is the combination of chia seeds, thick yogurt and milk — … Read more