This Mississippi Chicken over Mashed Sweet Potatoes is classic comfort food that comes together with minimal effort. Buttery, tangy, and richly flavored, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights or cool evenings. The slow cooker does most of the work, producing tender, shreddable chicken infused with ranch, au jus mix, butter, and pepperoncini. Serve it … Read more

Trail Mix Peanut Butter Cookies are a tasty, satisfying snack you can enjoy any time. These chewy peanut butter cookies combine the rich flavor of peanut butter with hearty oats and your favorite trail mix for a portable, energy-packed bite. This trail mix cookie recipe uses simple pantry staples — peanut butter, oats, butter, banana … Read more

Hey crafty friends! I’m back with another Heidi Swapp Minc project. Over the past few months I’ve shared how much I love this machine. It works like a laminator, bonding colored foil to laser-printed ink. You can design and print your own artwork or use the many premade kits available for the Minc line. Today … Read more

Cucumber and bell pepper salad is a refreshing, simple dish I reach for all summer long — perfect for cookouts, quick lunches, and easy meal prep. Crisp cucumbers and sweet bell peppers are tossed in a bright vinaigrette with fresh herbs for a Mediterranean-inspired side that’s light, healthy, and delicious. Make it as written or … Read more

As a child, eggnog was my favorite holiday flavor — its rich creaminess and warm spices felt like Christmas in a glass. These eggnog macarons combine that nostalgic taste with delicate French shells: nutmeg-spiced macaron shells sandwich a silky eggnog white chocolate ganache for a festive treat. Swiss Meringue Macaron Method If you’ve followed my … Read more

I’ve been slow to blog this new year, so I’m making up for it with one of my favorite indulgences: cinnamon French toast sticky buns. The photos are tempting, but the aroma as these bake is what truly draws you in. This is a breakfast (or lunch or dinner) I would happily serve any morning. … Read more

Blog post coming soon. In the meantime, enjoy this curated selection of images from Israel. Below you’ll find a gallery showcasing landscapes, urban scenes, cultural moments, and everyday life captured during a recent visit. These photos highlight the vivid colors, architectural contrasts, and human stories that make the region visually compelling. The gallery is organized … Read more

Jump to Recipe These are truly the BEST gluten free snickerdoodles! Extra soft, tender, and finished with a classic cinnamon-sugar coating, these cookies are simple to make and impossible to resist. Snickerdoodles are a timeless cookie—right up there with chocolate chip as a must-have in every baker’s repertoire. I developed this gluten free version so … Read more

Easy and delicious Layered Enchilada Bake made with chicken, vegetables, corn tortillas, melted cheese and a simple enchilada-style sauce. This casserole saves time compared to rolling individual enchiladas and delivers all the familiar flavors in an easier format. Growing up in Arizona, I loved the vibrant flavors of Mexican food. When I started cooking for … Read more

Chocolate Dump Cake delighted me the first time I made it. It bakes in one pan, requires almost no effort, and comes out warm, gooey, and intensely chocolaty. The quickest part is how fast it disappears—my family devoured it before I could add the ice cream. Why Choose My Recipe Minimal effort: Layer the ingredients, … Read more