Ever wondered how to get fine crumbles of ground beef for tacos, hot dog chili, nachos, or other dishes? It’s simple and fast — no need to scrape and chop with a wooden spoon. In just a minute or two you can have perfectly crumbled beef. Here’s an easy method to break up ground beef so it’s ready for any recipe.
Vegan Goat-Style Cheese Corn Muffins — Savory Plant-Based Recipe
These vegan goat cheese corn muffins have a tangy center and pair beautifully with both savory and sweet dishes. Gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, and entirely vegan. Recipe originally published October 26, 2010. Goat Cheese Corn Muffins I developed a simple vegan cornbread muffin base and added a tangy vegan goat cheese filling for … Read more
Classic German Chocolate Cake Recipe for Moist, Layered Perfection
GERMAN CHOCOLATE CAKE – The best homemade German chocolate cake combines moist chocolate layers with a rich coconut‑pecan filling for an irresistible dessert that chocolate lovers will adore. German chocolate cake ranks among my favorite desserts. I don’t bake it often, but when I do it always brightens the day. What defines this cake is … Read more
Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Rice (Chipotle-Style)
Chipotle Cilantro Lime Rice Instant Pot is a quick, flavorful recipe that rivals the cilantro lime rice from Chipotle and Cafe De Rio. It’s perfect for burrito bowls and makes a great side for enchiladas, fajitas, tacos, or any Mexican-style meal. Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Rice Cilantro Lime Rice in the Instant Pot This Instant … Read more
Sous Vide Beef Tenderloin Recipe for Tender, Juicy Results
This sous vide beef tenderloin recipe uses a few simple seasonings to produce a tender, juicy roast finished with melted butter and fresh herbs. It’s straightforward to prepare and yields reliably delicious results. Table of Contents The Best Sous Vide Beef Tenderloin INGREDIENTS HOW TO MAKE SOUS VIDE BEEF TENDERLOIN STEP 1: PREPARE THE BEEF … Read more
High-Fiber Recipes for Digestive Health and Weight Control
Everyone talks about protein, but fiber deserves attention too. Fiber is often overlooked even though it’s essential for gut health, heart health, and overall wellbeing. I grew up eating beet salad, lentil soup, bean stew and cabbage rolls — traditional Balkan dishes that naturally feature lots of fiber. Seasonal, local cooking in Balkan homes relied … Read more
Maple Pecan Pie Bars (Gluten-Free)
Missing your favorite southern-style dessert? These gluten-free pecan bars recreate that classic flavor with an easy press-in shortbread crust and a perfectly thickened, salty-maple nut filling. This version avoids overly sweet or runny fillings and reliably sets for clean slices.
Zesty Sumac Dressing Recipe for Salads and Grilled Veggies
This Sumac Dressing makes salads craveable. It adds bright, tart flavor to a Butter Bean Salad and livens up simple mixed greens. It’s a perfect match for falafel, vegan tzatziki, pickled red cabbage and pita, and it’s a classic pairing for Fattoush salad. There are lots of tasty ways to use this dressing—try it on … Read more
Cinnamon Apple Pop-Tarts Recipe: Homemade Fruity Pastry Filling
Flaky pastry and warm cinnamon-spiced apples come together in these cinnamon apple pop tarts—a perfect fall treat. A quick homemade pastry creates a tender, flaky shell while a stovetop apple filling of fresh apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and butter becomes lusciously gooey. Each pop tart is finished with a simple vanilla glaze and a … Read more
Fluffy Homemade Pancakes: Simple Step-by-Step Recipe
Fluffy and Easy Pancake Recipe. This is my go-to pancake recipe and it never fails — it always yields light, fluffy, and tender pancakes. This is the pancake recipe without the chocolate chips. These pancakes are softly sweet and make an excellent breakfast in bed for someone special. This morning, like many Saturday mornings, my … Read more