There is one story I will never forget. When I was a teenager, a so-called friend told me about a “crazy” girl — a tale that introduced me to the label “borderline” for the first time. According to that friend, the girl was unstable, dishonest, a thief, and an emotional wreck. Hearing that description, I … Read more
A towering platter of hot, crispy pulled pork nachos is always a crowd-pleaser. Melty cheese, tender pulled pork, bright crunchy toppings and a tangy-sweet BBQ drizzle combine for pure nacho bliss. These loaded pulled pork nachos balance salty, savory richness with fresh acidity and that addictive chip crunch in every bite. They’re an ideal way … Read more
Easy, fun and vegan-friendly, this vegan lip balm recipe is a must-have for your makeup bag. It makes three one-ounce tins—perfect as gifts or to keep for yourself. We don’t always consider what’s in the products we put on our lips, but everything applied there can end up in the mouth and, ultimately, the body. … Read more
The Instant Pot is incredibly versatile and easy to use, and it truly shines when making soup. This collection of the best Instant Pot soup and stew recipes includes everything from comforting chowders and hearty stews to bold curries, goulashes, and African pepper soups. With recipes that accommodate many diets—vegan, paleo, keto, and Weight Watchers—there’s … Read more
Every home baker should have a reliable recipe for soft, chewy snickerdoodle bars, and this simple dessert delivers. These cookie bars capture that classic cinnamon-sugar flavor in a thick, tender blondie, finished with an ooey, gooey cinnamon-vanilla glaze. They’re easy to make, crowd-pleasing, and can be made with gluten-free flour if needed. Snickerdoodle bars with … Read more
M&Ms > Smarties — right? Growing up, one of my favourite treats was a brown packet of M&Ms, and when the minis arrived I was hooked. This M&M Cookies Recipe delivers rich, nutty flavor from brown butter, pockets of melted dark chocolate and the crisp pop of candy-coated M&Ms. The cookies are thick, chewy and … Read more
Make this beef and roasted pepper quesadilla for a quick lunch or a light dinner. Served with tomato basil salsa, they’re absolutely delicious! For another classic quesadilla, see our Pulled Pork and Cheese Quesadilla recipe. I’m a big fan of leftovers—the kind you can reinvent into something new and exciting. A few weeks ago I … Read more
These are the best soft and chewy Scotcharoos. I started with my mom’s classic recipe and made a few simple adjustments to make them extra gooey and tender so they stay soft for days. What is a Scotcharoo? Scotcharoos are a no-bake cereal bar made with peanut butter, butterscotch, and chocolate. Popular in the Midwest, … Read more
Have you tried Nutella Hazelnut M&Ms? They shine in these Thick & Chewy Chocolate M&M Cookies. These triple-chocolate cookies are satisfyingly thick and chewy, combining milk chocolate chips with Nutella M&Ms for an indulgent chocolate + hazelnut flavor. If you don’t have the Nutella variety, any M&Ms will work. Perfect for chocolate lovers. For an … Read more
Binalot is one of the Philippines’ most popular packaged meals. Traditionally, a binalot includes a main dish—such as adobong manok, pork adobo, tocino, longganisa, sisig, bistek, or fried or grilled tilapia—served with steamed white rice, salted duck egg, and sliced tomato. The Special Pinoy Pork Chop Binalot Lunch Combo elevates this concept by combining three … Read more