Cinnamon Roll Pigs in a Blanket are made with juicy breakfast sausage wrapped in store-bought cinnamon roll dough and finished with a sweet maple-icing drizzle. With just three ingredients, they’re an easy, crowd-pleasing option for brunch, breakfast-for-dinner, or a sweet snack. This website uses affiliate links. See our Privacy Policy for more information. These tender … Read more

Delicious and simple to prepare, this flourless chocolate cake delivers an intense chocolate flavor and a moist, tender crumb. Grated almonds add a pleasant texture and complement the rich dark chocolate perfectly. This recipe is naturally gluten-free and can also be used to make chocolate muffins. You can prepare this gluten-free chocolate cake in under … Read more

These homemade Hawaiian haystacks with scratch-made chicken gravy are one of my favorite easy weeknight meals. It may look like a pile of mismatched ingredients, but the combination is delicious and simple to assemble. Homemade Hawaiian Haystacks Have you tried Hawaiian haystacks? They were a regular at my family’s table growing up and remain a … Read more

These simple ground chicken meatballs are simmered in spicy buffalo sauce—perfect as an appetizer or a meal. The recipe is naturally gluten-free; swap ground flaxseed for breadcrumbs if you prefer. You may know this site for desserts—brownies, cookies, cakes—but I also love savory cooking. Some of my most popular recipes are savory: quick tortilla pizzas, … Read more

I took a few days to visit my grandmother, and her home felt like a small sanctuary. Somehow my frequent writer’s block faded while I sat by the pool, sipping green tea on the patio. Another kind of sanctuary I discovered there was a white chocolate buttercream—literally the creamiest buttercream my mixer has ever made. … Read more

This Homemade Ricotta Gnocchi recipe is straightforward and wonderfully tasty. With only five simple ingredients you can make light, pillowy gnocchi at home. Enjoy! We Love Homemade Cheese Gnocchi! Homemade gnocchi is a favorite in our kitchen. This version uses ricotta cheese instead of potatoes, producing tender, delicate dumplings that come together quickly. What is … Read more

After seven years of building custom cabinet doors in my workshop, I’ve learned that making your own doors delivers both satisfaction and substantial savings. What began as a hobby turned into a passion for producing well-fitted, individualized cabinet doors that transform kitchens and storage spaces. Each project taught me more about wood behavior, tool techniques, … Read more

After a week sailing around Guadeloupe, I’m back in Denver, cooking, and getting posts ready before I head out on another trip next week. Summer is officially here and things are picking up — which I love. I’m an early riser, so the long, dark winter mornings never worked for me. Right now the sun … Read more

Cheesecake is one of my favorite treats, even if I can’t remember the last time I had it. My mom insists it’s “not worth the calories,” but this lighter version might change her mind. With under 50 calories per bite, these little cheesecake-stuffed strawberries are fresh and light while still feeling indulgent—you may think twice … Read more

You’ll never want to buy an egg nog latte again after making it at home from scratch. This easy recipe takes about 10 minutes to prepare and yields a rich, creamy egg nog you can enjoy plain, spike with rum or whiskey, or combine with espresso for a cozy latte. If the holidays aren’t complete … Read more