Karaage Chicken is crispy, succulent Japanese fried chicken that works equally well as an appetizer or a main dish. The key is a short umami-forward marinade, a light starch coating, and hot oil for frying—simple steps that yield restaurant-quality results at home. When dining out, karaage is often served with lemon wedges and Kewpie mayo … Read more

Vegan Pumpkin Muffins: this easy, eggless recipe yields moist, tender muffins with a cozy pumpkin flavor and warm fall spices. These simple vegan pumpkin muffins have a soft, cake-like crumb while still keeping that satisfying pumpkin density. Autumn is my favorite season for baking, and pumpkin muffins are a top pick. On Beaming Baker you’ll … Read more

Smoked pork steaks are a flavorful, satisfying option for anyone who enjoys rich, smoky meat. These steaks are coated in a savory rub, slow-smoked, finished with a reverse sear for a crisp crust and tender interior, and served with beer-braised onions for a balanced, aromatic topping. Pork steaks are an accessible, versatile, and budget-friendly cut … Read more

The Sacramento Public Library has launched a Vintage Cooking Challenge running this summer. The program invites cooks to try recipes drawn from Sacramento cookbooks published between 1890 and 1970. Participants choose one of a dozen selected vintage recipes, prepare it, photograph the result, write a short review, and submit their entry to the library. The … Read more

Who watched the Women’s World Cup final last weekend? What a match — GO USA! I used to play competitive soccer through college and even spent a year with a club at the University of Minnesota, so watching the U.S. team beat Japan felt incredible. It brought back so many memories of team sports and … Read more

Need a cozy veggie soup to feel better? I believe food can be medicine, and this healthy vegetable soup with potatoes is perfect to warm your soul. As a cookbook author and home-cooking enthusiast, I make sure the flavor is there too. Let’s put together a nutritious, comforting soup for you and your family. This … Read more

One of the best fall treats — homemade caramel apple fudge. This easy fudge captures the flavor of those green caramel apple suckers using marshmallows, white chocolate chips, and apple cider drink mix to deliver a sweet-and-tart caramel apple taste. This is excellent fudge that truly tastes like those caramel apple suckers! Super simple to … Read more

In under 10 minutes these savory garlic mushrooms in the air fryer come out perfectly cooked. Fresh baby Bella mushrooms tossed with garlic and olive oil become tender inside with lightly crisped edges—an easy, low-carb side or vegetarian option. The air fryer delivers that fried texture without deep frying and without the mess. Air frying … Read more

What does the scent of fall bring to mind for you? For many, it’s bonfires and pumpkins, crisp apples and warm notes of cinnamon and vanilla. Bringing those aromas indoors instantly adds a cozy, seasonal touch to your home. Below are 17 natural and practical ways to make your house smell like fall. Most methods … Read more

I couldn’t finish a series of Christmas Treats without including a classic fudge. And I couldn’t let the chance to combine peanut butter and chocolate pass me by. Peanut butter and chocolate — a pairing I’ve loved for as long as I can remember. So, for my final Christmas Treat post of the year, I … Read more