An incredibly rich, indulgent chocolate olive oil cake that’s easy to make—no mixer required. The cake is moist and deeply chocolatey, lightly spiced with cinnamon and cardamom, and finished with a silky chocolate-cardamom ganache and a scatter of chopped pistachios for crunch and color. Some years ago I supplied chocolate cakes to a neighborhood restaurant. … Read more

This creamy cashew ricotta is simple to make in a food processor. Raw cashews should be presoaked overnight or, if necessary, gently precooked before blending. Use this dairy-free ricotta anywhere you would use traditional ricotta: on pizza, in manicotti or stuffed shells, in lasagna, or as a spread for crackers. The recipe yields about one … Read more

These Entomatadas de Carne Molida (ground beef entomatadas) are a comforting Mexican favorite: lightly fried corn tortillas rolled around a savory ground beef filling and smothered in a smooth tomato sauce. They are hearty, economical, and loved by both adults and kids. If you enjoy classic Mexican home cooking, this recipe is a must-try. Entomatadas … Read more

This blueberry lemon Bundt cake is bright, tender, and perfect for brunch, dessert, or a special occasion like Mother’s Day. It combines fresh lemon flavor with juicy blueberries in a moist cake that works well as a coffee cake in the morning or a sweet finish after dinner. The balance of tart lemon and sweet … Read more

Pumpkin Butter Pecan Poke Cake — a rich, fall-inspired poke cake layered with sweetened condensed milk, caramel, and pumpkin pudding, then finished with whipped topping, toffee bits and chopped pecans. It’s an indulgent seasonal dessert that’s perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any cozy autumn gathering. This poke cake combines classic pumpkin flavor with buttery pecan … Read more

I had a small kitchen disaster recently. I’d made a few batches of ice cream before a short business trip, and left the removable freezer bowl from the ice cream maker on the work surface above the dishwasher. Granite conducts heat surprisingly well, and the bowl warmed more than it should have. The rim cracked … Read more

The best quick and easy marinated tomatoes recipe—homemade with simple ingredients in one bowl or pot in about 20 minutes. This bright, flavorful dish is full of halved cherry tomatoes and thinly sliced onion, all dressed in a fresh herb and vinegar-based marinade. Serve it as a side, an appetizer, or fold it into salads … Read more

Tonkatsu is a classic Japanese dish of juicy pork cutlets coated in large-flake panko breadcrumbs and fried until deeply golden and crisp. Serve with a sweet-savory tonkatsu sauce, shredded cabbage, and steamed rice for a satisfying, restaurant-style meal. Below are tips and a step-by-step method to achieve a thick, crunchy panko crust that stays crisp … Read more

This squash casserole is a reliable, delicious way to use up yellow summer squash from the garden. It combines a creamy, cheesy filling with a buttery, crunchy cracker topping for a comforting side dish the whole family will enjoy. Simple to prepare and full of flavor, this casserole is perfect for summer dinners, potlucks, or … Read more

This is an easy, flavor-packed fajita marinade that works beautifully with steak, chicken or shrimp. Made from olive oil, citrus juice, pantry spices and a touch of brown sugar (or maple syrup), it brightens grilled proteins and vegetables for restaurant-quality fajitas at home. We grill steak fajitas, chicken fajitas and turkey fajitas regularly — whenever … Read more