Sometimes substituting an ingredient out of necessity leads to something unexpectedly delicious. That’s how Chickpea Patties with Artichokes came about. I ran out of red peppers while making a veggie burger from my cookbook, so I swapped in artichoke hearts, adjusted the other ingredients, and a new favorite was born. Gluten-free? Try grilled portobello mushrooms … Read more

Whip up these moist, flavorful Lemon Blueberry Donuts today! These baked lemon blueberry donuts are simple to make and perfect for satisfying any donut craving. They feature bright lemon zest and bursts of juicy blueberries baked right into the batter, and a sweet lemon glaze to finish. They’re a great alternative to fried donuts and … Read more

I’m excited to partner with Barilla Australia for a special giveaway. One lucky reader will win a hamper filled with a selection of Barilla products. Barilla is Italy’s leading pasta brand and is sold internationally. I use Barilla pasta in many recipes—like my Spaghetti with Vongole—and you can find more ideas in my Visual Archive. … Read more

Welcome to Weekend Potluck 583. We’re so glad you could join us! This week’s featured recipes: Famous Macaroni Salad, Sheet Pan Fried Rice, Easy Italian Meatball Soup, and Easy Black Forest Oreo Dessert. Every Friday morning, stop by Sweet Little Bluebird for our Weekend Potluck party. For over a decade top food bloggers have linked … Read more

This may be the best pie I’ve ever made. I don’t say that lightly—last year I insisted I wasn’t a pie person. After this rhubarb apple pie with ginger and lemongrass, I ate my words, slice by delicious slice, and changed my mind. The balance of tart rhubarb and sweet apples, brightened by fresh ginger … Read more

Paneer Tikka Skewers is a classic North Indian appetizer made with a thick spiced yogurt marinade. This guide shows how to make restaurant-style paneer tikka at home without a tandoor—using an oven or a skillet. Video recipe What is Paneer Tikka? Paneer tikka (also called paneer shashlik or paneer kabab) is the vegetarian counterpart of … Read more

This easy Oreo cake is an Oreo-stuffed bundt cake filled with a creamy Oreo center—no slicing and spreading necessary. Everything goes into one pan, and the finished cake is topped with a simple Oreo glaze. The best part is the surprise revealed when you slice into the cake: an Oreo filling that contrasts the rich … Read more

These ginger cookies without molasses are warmly spiced and deliciously tender. They’re gluten-free, egg-free, refined-sugar-free, and make a simple, crowd-pleasing sweet treat. If you don’t keep molasses on hand but still want that cozy ginger flavor, this easy cookie recipe delivers. The cookies bake up soft and chewy with lightly crisp edges — a family … Read more

These Mini Egg Brownies are an irresistible way to use up Cadbury Mini Eggs at Easter. A fudgy brownie base studded with chopped Mini Eggs melts slightly in the oven, creating pockets of creamy milk chocolate. A warm chocolate frosting is poured over the cooled brownies and finished with more crushed Mini Eggs for a … Read more

Sweet, slightly tart cheesecake filling studded with fresh blueberries on a graham cracker crust, finished with a buttery, crumbly streusel. These Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Bars are the perfect bright dessert for summer. Fresh and Fruity Summer Dessert These Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Bars combine a chewy graham cracker crust, a bright lemon cheesecake filling filled with … Read more