Rich, creamy Cookies and Cream Frosting—often called Oreo frosting—is made with just a handful of ingredients and gluten-free sandwich cookies as the star. Start with a light vanilla American buttercream, fold in crushed gluten-free Oreos, and you’ll have a versatile frosting perfect for cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and brownies. Ready in about 15 minutes, this homemade … Read more

I enjoy making these Mini Baked Plantain Frittatas with the children. They are quick and easy to prepare: simply whisk eggs with leftover fried plantain, chives and spring onions, then bake. The kids love adding small bits of leftovers from the fridge, and for an adult version you can stir in a little chilli sauce … Read more

This simple Spinach, Egg & Dill Pickle Salad is originally titled “Salamgundy Salad” and comes from the historical cookbook “The Hamilton Cookbook” by Laura Kumin. This Spinach, Egg & Dill Pickle Salad with Chicken is an easy, flavorful dish inspired by a recipe called Salamagundy Salad from Laura Kumin’s The Hamilton Cookbook. It’s become one … Read more

Yeast for Baking: Baker’s Yeast, Brewer’s Yeast, Nutritional Yeast, Instant Dry Yeast, Active Dry Yeast, Yeast Cakes, Compressed Yeast, Fast Rise Yeast, Rapid Rise Yeast, Quick Rise, Bread Machine Yeast, Wild Yeast — is yeast gluten-free? Which type should you use when baking gluten-free bread, and what if you can’t use yeast at all? Good … Read more

This Paleo Lemon Poppy Seed Bread is simple, lightly sweetened, and ideal for breakfast or a snack. It’s moist and flavorful while remaining gluten free and dairy free. Lemon poppy seed bread has long been a favorite of mine. I love citrus treats and this loaf hits the spot — bright lemon flavor balanced with … Read more

These crispy air-fried chickpeas are a quick, healthy snack you can make in about 15 minutes. They take seasonings beautifully; here they’re finished with turmeric and curry for a warm golden color. If you haven’t tried air-frying garbanzo beans yet, you’ll find they turn into a crunchy, satisfying snack with very little effort. Roasted chickpeas … Read more

These pumpkin snickerdoodle cookies are the ultimate fall treat. They blend pumpkin and cinnamon into a soft, chewy cookie perfect for festivals, game day, Halloween parties, or any cozy autumn gathering. I wasn’t sure a snickerdoodle could get any better, but adding pumpkin transforms the classic into something extraordinary. I love pumpkin-flavored treats in the … Read more

This website uses affiliate links that may earn commission from purchases. This is at no additional cost to you. There are countless ways to make adobo, but this Filipino pork adobo is the version I’ve grown up eating. I learned it from my dad, who taught me the simple techniques that make this dish comforting … Read more

Often smoked brisket recipes involve a lot of trimming, injecting, wrapping and constant attention at the smoker—mopping every few hours, turning the meat, and fussing over details. Those techniques work and I use them sometimes, but sometimes life is busy and you want a great brisket without the bells and whistles. Can you still smoke … Read more

Healthy snack bars without eggs or dairy. Banana peanut butter oat bars are an easy, nutritious snack the whole family will enjoy. This post may contain affiliate links. Looking for a healthy snack that actually tastes great? These banana peanut butter oat bars are simple to make and packed with familiar, wholesome ingredients: whole grain … Read more