This gluten-free scone recipe never fails—just look at their size! They look and taste like traditional scones, perfect with clotted cream and jam. Here’s a reliable, delicious gluten-free scone recipe. Scones are often dry, crumbly and bland when made gluten-free, but with the right flour blend and technique you can achieve light, tender scones that … Read more

Vanilla whipped cream is simple to make at home. With only three ingredients and about five minutes of active prep time, this Chantilly cream is one of the quickest and most rewarding toppings you can make. Below I share a small tip to speed up whipping and how to stabilize the cream so it holds … Read more

I made a batch of Smoked Sausage Beer Cheese Dip and it was a hit. During the summer I fire up our smoker or Traeger pellet grill many times a week. I’ve smoked lasagnas, plenty of chicken wings, vegetables, and more. My husband’s three favorite things are beer, cheese, and smoked meats (well, besides me, … Read more

I’m a breakfast lover through and through and can’t imagine starting my day without it. Coffee is a must, too, which inspired this Dip-It-Sip-It Cranberry Orange belVita Breakfast Board. Disclosure: I created this post as part of a paid partnership with belVita. All thoughts and opinions are my own. This balanced, easy-to-assemble breakfast features a … Read more

Pumpkin Cupcakes with Cinnamon Buttercream Frosting Recipe adapted from Half Baked LIKE THIS RECIPE? Don’t forget to give it a star rating and leave a comment below! 4.50 from 12 votes Print Recipe Pumpkin Cupcakes with Cinnamon Buttercream Frosting These cupcakes capture the cozy flavors of fall: warm spices, pumpkin puree, and a light cinnamon … Read more

Baileys in your coffee is delightful, but Baileys folded into whipped cream takes indulgence to the next level. This simple recipe creates a silky, boozy-tinted whipped cream perfect for topping coffee, milkshakes, cakes, or fresh fruit. The classic pairing of Baileys and coffee is even better when the liqueur is incorporated into the whipped cream … Read more

The best German chocolate cake recipe: a homemade, dark chocolate, moist cake paired with an incredible chocolate buttercream and the classic coconut-pecan German chocolate frosting. This show-stopping dessert is rich, flavorful, and perfect for special occasions. German Chocolate Cake Recipe This recipe grew from my love of a deep chocolate cake and the beloved coconut-pecan … Read more

Growing up, my mother always had a jar of roasted chana on hand. Crunchy, nutritious and endlessly adaptable, roasted chickpeas are my go-to snack. After moving to the US I started making them with canned chickpeas, a little oil and a few spices — an easy, everyday treat that’s ready in less than an hour. … Read more

From soft sky-blue to deep indigo, many common “weeds” display striking blue flowers that brighten gardens, roadsides, and wild places. Weeds with Blue Flowers. Left to right, top left: Cornflower, Chicory, Forget Me Not, Blue Mistflower, Speedwell, Borage, Blue Violet, Blue Eyed Grass and Lacy Phacelia. Article by Morgan Hyde, reference librarian from Arizona. Her … Read more

There’s something deeply satisfying about a big pot of Texas cowboy stew. Packed with bold, layered flavors—from smoky sausage and crisp bacon to warming chili powder and cumin—this stew is the kind of comfort food that fills bellies and warms the soul. Hearty enough for a crowd yet straightforward enough for a weeknight, it’s like … Read more