Peach BBQ sauce is a delicious and unique twist on traditional barbecue sauce. Made with ripe peaches, this sauce has a sweet and tangy flavor that pairs perfectly with grilled meats like chicken, pork, and ribs. (And this recipe makes…
Although I was trained as a biologist, and I am truly a bit of a science nerd, I still believe it’s worthwhile to keep the old ways alive and to honor the wisdom of previous generations (whether it’s to put…
Now I know that BBQ purists out there might be a bit offended by me calling this BBQ. (I know this because here where I live in North Carolina, folks are serious about their BBQ!) And even though we have…
This traditional cottage pie is a cozy and delicious one-pot meal. It’s a hearty casserole filled with beef and vegetables in a rich beef gravy and topped with a thick crust of buttery mashed potatoes. A historic dish dating back…
This Cherry Pecan Broccoli Salad features tender-crisp broccoli, dried cherries, toasted pecans, and juicy diced apples all tossed with a tart and sweet dressing. It’s a family favorite and for me, it’s the best broccoli salad recipe for backyard barbecues,…
This beautiful Blackberry Salad with Baby Greens features juicy blackberries, crisp cucumber slices, sweet bell peppers, and mixed greens. Then I top it with a light-tasting apple cider vinaigrette and a few crispy onion strings. This is a perfect fresh…
If you’re interested in growing a vegetable garden but have limited time or space, a theme garden might be a perfect solution. A theme garden is a simplified garden where you grow vegetables and/or herbs related to a particular theme.…
Maybe it’s my tendency towards frugality, or maybe it’s because I am a bit of a minimalist, but I just don’t buy a lot of special ingredients. Instead of buying an item that’s good for only one purpose, my strategy…
Spring has finally arrived! The trees are budding, the flowers are blooming and the birds are singing. And I’m definitely ready to put those hearty winter meals behind me for now – my tastebuds are yearning for some lighter, fresher…
So what exactly is a Dutch Baby? A pancake? A popover? I would argue that it’s both. A puffy pancake, cooked in a skillet, but with a yummy custardy texture (similar to a popover or Yorkshire pudding). Either way, pancake…
