And my first-ever blog post! This blog has been percolating in my mind for years. I have an unabashed love for food and everything that surrounds it—cooking, baking, tasting, photographing, and sharing. Still, I hesitated to start because I doubted my skills, worried my photos weren’t good enough, and wondered whether anyone would care about … Read more

Country Fried Steak, also called chicken fried steak, is a Southern comfort-food favorite that’s simple to make at home. Tenderized round steak (or pre-cut cube steak) is seasoned, breaded, and fried until crisp and golden. The pan drippings are turned into a creamy milk gravy to smother the steaks for a rich, satisfying meal. If … Read more

Hearty, ultra flavorful and warm and comforting, this paleo and keto ramen is easy enough for a weeknight dinner and endlessly customizable. Paleo & Keto Ramen 🍜 With shirataki noodles This is an Americanized take on ramen designed to work with paleo and keto pantry staples. It still delivers everything you want from a bowl … Read more

What comes to mind when you think of Mutton Pulao? Many picture tender, melt-in-your-mouth pieces of mutton browned to perfection, fragrant cardamom, coriander and cumin, and soft basmati rice studded with sweet slivers of fried onion. For me, Mutton Pulao brings comfort, warmth and happiness. Comfort — this recipe is like a dependable friend I … Read more

Welcome to our guide on making an easy no-bake blueberry cheesecake. If you want a refreshing, crowd-pleasing dessert without turning on the oven, this recipe is ideal. This homemade blueberry cheesecake delivers a creamy, indulgent texture with bright fruit flavor, and it’s simple enough for beginners. Follow the steps below to create a dessert that’s … Read more

This delicious breakfast burrito is packed with flavorful ranchero beans, fluffy scrambled eggs, roasted peppers, onions and lots of cheese. One of my favorite parts of travel is hunting down great places to eat. Often the best finds aren’t large, flashy restaurants but small, cozy spots with memorable food, atmosphere and friendly service. That was … Read more

After I shared that I was stepping back from blogging a bit, I received so much encouragement — thank you. Admitting you need to slow down isn’t always easy, but I’m focusing on my health and working with a functional medicine doctor to better understand my issues. Fingers crossed for progress. To ease back into … Read more

Today I’m going to show you how to make a cute and simple Owl Cake! This whimsical design is perfect for a winter birthday, an owl-themed party, or any child who loves owls. The example here features a white owl wearing a cozy winter hat, but you can easily change the owl’s color and hat … Read more

This easy Pizza Bites recipe fills small squares of pizza dough with spicy pepperoni and gooey mozzarella, then brushes them with herbed melted butter. The result is an irresistible appetizer that’s crisp and golden on the outside with plenty of melted cheese inside. Cheesy, hot, and satisfying — pizza bites are a crowd-pleaser. Making them … Read more