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This Simple Hack Makes the Crispiest Pan Fried Potatoes You’ve Ever Tasted
I’m not ashamed to admit that potatoes are my favorite food. Mashed, fried, roasted — you name it, I love it. They’re my go-to side dish, since they’re so versatile and go well with anything. I especially love pan fried potatoes, and often look for new and delicious ways to make them. So when I…
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Are Coffee Grounds the Secret to Perfect Pasta Sauce?
Plenty of food pairings sound downright nuts until you finally give them a go (if you haven’t tried peanut butter and bacon, you must!). So when the Internet went bonkers because a British supermarket, Sainsbury’s, suggested customers add instant coffee to their spaghetti Bolognese, we decided we had to test it out. Can everyone else…
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Cheesy and Creamy Brussels Sprouts Gratin
Cheese is easily one of the most delicious and versatile ingredients in your kitchen’s arsenal. There are many different types of cheese — salty, sweet, sharp, and creamy — and each packs its own wow factor. Throw it on some pasta or a salad and it’s an instant taste-bud booster. Sprinkle some over eggs or…
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Martha Stewart’s ‘Martha-Rita’s’ are the Perfect Drink to Sip for the Summer
Ready to get your party on? If you’re like us, the warm weather is arriving just on time. And our favorite home and lifestyle guru, Martha Stewart, surely agrees with this sentiment. Stewart has been sharing recipes and home-improvement hacks on her Instagram account with the hashtag #homeschoolwithMartha. And on Wednesday, she shared the perfect…
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21 Pecan Pie-Inspired Recipes That Will Convince You to Break Up with Your Pie Tin
Syrupy, sweet, and distinctly Southern, pecan pie is a Thanksgiving tradition–but that doesn’t mean you can’t play with it a bit. Have your pie for the holiday dinner, but try one of these twists on the treat sometime this season. Creative bloggers gave the old recipe new life by reinventing them as everything from boozy…
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Don’t Throw Away Your Watermelon Rind — It’s Packed With Health-Boosting Nutrients
Watermelon is one of my favorite summer fruits to indulge in. I mean, who doesn’t love a sweet, juicy slice of watermelon on a hot day? It’s perfect for eating on its own, mixing into a cocktail, or throwing in a fruit salad. One piece of the fruit, however, always ends up in the trash…
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5 Healthy Breakfast Swaps That Will Make Your Mornings so Much Easier
I’ll be honest, whipping up a delicious meal filled with healthy goodness first thing in the morning is the last thing on my mind. I can imagine three other things that take priority — they include sleep, sleep, and more sleep. So in a bid to help you enjoy that extra five minutes in bed…
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How to Reheat Pizza in an Air Fryer So It Stays Crispy and Cheesy
When we order pizza we usually end up with at least a few leftover slices that we pop in the microwave for a quick snack or lunch the next day. Although it’s an undeniably faster than waiting on the oven, it can leave the crust super soggy and chewy. Luckily, if you happen to own…
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3 Veggies You Can Grow Right Now That Don’t Need a Lot of Space to Thrive
For me and my partner, Tess, the garden is our refuge and one of the calmest places in which we can be. It’s a place for us to slow down from the crazy pace of modern life. Whether it’s sipping a cup of tea as we water our herbs, or spending 30 minutes a day…
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8 of the Best Snow Day Recipes to Warm You Up in the Bitter Cold
It’s officially wintertime, which means icy-cold winds and piles of snow are on the horizon. While this may seem like a major inconvenience at first — especially if it slows your schedule to a grinding halt — it’s actually the perfect excuse to take a little breather this season. And if you’re anything like us,…