Make this classic Benedictine Spread recipe for Kentucky Derby parties, holiday gatherings, potlucks, luncheons, and easy entertaining. This beloved Kentucky appetizer is cool, creamy, and full of fresh cucumber flavor, with a little onion, cream cheese, mayonnaise, salt, and cayenne for balance. Serve it with crisp baguette slices, crackers, pita chips, or fresh vegetables for … Read more

Make this pork belly air fryer recipe when you want tender, juicy pork belly with beautifully crisp skin. Pork belly is similar to fresh, unsliced bacon, but it is usually sold as a slab with the skin still attached. Because pork belly is naturally high in fat, the air fryer is a useful way to … Read more

Turkey Chili with Hominy is an easy, hearty, and flavorful weeknight dinner that brings together ground turkey, onions, garlic, warming spices, tender hominy, and a rich broth. It is the kind of comfort food that tastes like it simmered for hours, yet it can be ready in under 45 minutes. This simple turkey chili recipe … Read more

Kale Pesto Pasta with Sourdough Crumb This kale pesto pasta with sourdough crumb is a vibrant, satisfying pasta dish with plenty of texture and fresh flavour. The pesto is made with toasted walnuts, kale, basil, lemon juice, garlic and extra virgin olive oil, creating a rich green sauce that clings beautifully to pasta. A crisp … Read more

Turn wooden building blocks and a simple tray into a hands-on puzzle challenge that encourages preschoolers to think, plan, build, and problem-solve through play. Homemade puzzles are some of the easiest and most engaging activities to prepare for toddlers and preschoolers. They do not need to be complicated, expensive, or made with special materials. In … Read more

There is no better way to begin Mother’s Day weekend than by making my Grandma’s Homemade BBQ Sauce recipe with my parents and my sister. This is one of those family recipes that carries more than flavor. It carries memories, stories, and the feeling of gathering around the kitchen together. The original recipe came from … Read more

Easy roast chicken rub is a simple, flavorful way to make a whole chicken that comes out juicy, tender, and full of savory flavor. This recipe is easy enough for a weeknight dinner, but it also feels special enough for Easter, Sunday dinner, or a holiday meal. The seasoning blend is made with pantry spices, … Read more

Foodie Freebie Friday: Chicago Weekend Plans, Fall Cooking, and a Rival Crock-Pot Giveaway Happy Friday! Today feels especially exciting here in Chicago. The city has been part of the conversation alongside Madrid, Tokyo, and Rio de Janeiro as the world waits to learn which city will host the 2016 Olympics. Even though Chicago has been … Read more

When the weather turns cool and the kitchen starts calling for something warm and spiced, pumpkin is one of the best ingredients to reach for. This collection of sweet pumpkin recipes brings together cozy fall breakfasts, soft cookies, creamy cheesecakes, tender cakes, easy bars, and other comforting baked treats. From pumpkin purée and cinnamon to … Read more

This vodka sauce creamy butter beans recipe turns a classic pasta-style sauce into a hearty, protein-packed vegetarian dinner. Instead of noodles, tender white beans are simmered in a rich tomato vodka sauce made creamy with blended silken tofu rather than heavy cream. The result is cozy, satisfying, and full of flavor, with a silky texture … Read more