This brown butter banana sheet cake is a moist, tender banana cake finished with a rich brown butter cream cheese frosting. Think banana bread in bar form with a frosting that’s irresistibly flavorful—and fast to make. This sheet cake is a great way to use overripe bananas. The batter comes together quickly and bakes in … Read more

Every summer while growing up, I flew north to Ohio and Michigan to visit my dad and grandparents. One of my favorite stops was Grandma Fisher’s house. She collected antiques, adored flamingos, had a vivid creative streak and often wore mu-mu dresses. Her cheerful yellow, two-story home in the middle of Toledo, Ohio, is where … Read more

Chocolate Brownies Slimming World Style! Craving something sweet while following a Slimming World plan can be a real challenge. After several attempts I developed these Chocolate Brownies Slimming World Style. They won’t masquerade as full-fat brownies, and I’m honest about that — but they do deliver a satisfying sweet hit with far less fat than … Read more

This do-it-yourself pearl sugar recipe makes vanilla-scented sugar pearls ideal for waffles, pastries and other baked goods — and it costs far less than the store-bought versions. What you need: sugar, water and vanilla extract. Vanilla is optional; the recipe works with just sugar and water if you prefer. What is pearl sugar and how … Read more

Tonkatsu pork originated in Japan and is an easy, satisfying dish: thin pork cutlets lightly seasoned, coated in panko breadcrumbs, and pan-fried until golden and crisp. I first discovered tonkatsu while searching for pork recipes. The name might be unfamiliar, but the dish has a long history: it developed in Japan in the late 19th … Read more

This No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake is an ideal cool dessert for warm weather. It blends the creamy richness of classic cheesecake with bright, refreshing orange flavor to create a simple yet impressive treat your family will love. The recipe is quick to assemble and requires no baking, making it perfect for hot days when you … Read more

My obsession with roasted vegetables keeps growing. I created a roasted vegetable salad composed mostly of oven-roasted vegetables, with a few fresh additions—cucumber, onion and olives—to introduce contrasting textures and flavors. Everything is finished with a drizzle of creamy spicy cashew sauce. This roasted vegetable salad is healthy, dairy-free, gluten-free and vegan, and it’s full … Read more

Just over a year ago a new Costco opened close enough to make a membership practical for our family. We hesitated at first, unsure we’d save enough to justify the membership fee. Years earlier, when we lived in Arizona, we had a membership but rarely used it. That was before kids, and Costco has changed … Read more

Chocolate covered popcorn is an easy, salty-sweet snack made from freshly popped popcorn finished with rich, melted chocolate drizzles. Add nuts, candy, or coconut flakes for extra texture and flavor. Skip store-bought mixes and make this crowd-pleasing chocolate-drizzled popcorn in just a few simple steps. Why Should You Make This Recipe If you enjoy simple … Read more