Learn how to make a cozy stewed fruit compote from dried fruit using a slow cooker. This simple recipe produces tender, syrupy fruit that’s perfect spooned over oatmeal for breakfast or served with rice pudding or vanilla ice cream for dessert. Disclosure: I received a Crock-Pot slow cooker to try. All opinions are my own. … Read more

The Best Baby Food Pouches 2025 Parenting is busy and unpredictable, and preparing every single meal and snack can feel impossible. Baby food pouches offer a convenient, nutritious solution that reduces mess and eliminates much of the prep. They’re portable, shelf-stable, and available in many nutrient-forward blends, making them a practical option for caregivers, travel, … Read more

These pumpkin brownies pair two favorite flavors: rich chocolate and seasonal pumpkin. The results are moist, chocolatey bars with a warm pumpkin undertone—perfect for fall or any time you want a cozy dessert. This recipe uses fresh-style pumpkin puree along with unrefined sweeteners and alternative flours. The brownies are grain-free, refined sugar-free, and gluten-free when … Read more

This creamy chicken bacon pasta brings together crisp bacon, tender peppers and onions, and a smoked gouda cream sauce that coats every bite with rich, smoky cheese. It’s a comforting, easy weeknight dinner that stretches a single chicken breast to feed a family. We cook a lot of pasta at home because it easily combines … Read more

Wafu Mushroom Pasta is a savory, buttery spaghetti infused with Japanese flavors and a mix of umami-rich mushrooms. This simple recipe comes together in under 20 minutes. This quick method shows how to make a restaurant-quality meal during busy weeknights. With an elegant presentation and deep, indulgent flavors, this pasta is also perfect for a … Read more

These Red, White & Blue Watermelon Cookies are a sweet, festive treat for the 4th of July. No baking required — a quick, colorful cookie that’s perfect for picnics, potlucks, Memorial Day gatherings, or backyard barbecues. This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our disclosure policy. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying … Read more

Mint, chocolate, and bark are words that evoke the Christmas season, and combined they create a simple, indulgent holiday treat. This thinner, easier-to-make version of chocolate bark doesn’t require precision—just a few helpers and hungry hands to lick the bowl. With only three ingredients, it comes together quickly and makes a festive addition to any … Read more

Say hello to some of the best cookies and cream cookies you’ll ever taste: Gluten-Free Levain Style Cookies and Cream Cookies. These oversized cookies are indulgent yet straightforward to make. A blend of butter, cream cheese, and whole milk powder yields a soft, creamy crumb, while chopped gluten-free Oreos plus a mix of dark and … Read more

Soft, crumbly, tangy and lightly crunchy, these Lemon Poppy Seed Shortbread Cookies are easy to make and perfect with a cup of tea or coffee. The buttery, melt-in-your-mouth texture combined with bright lemon and crunchy poppy seeds makes them a lovely snack any time of day. Why we love this recipe These lemon shortbread cookies … Read more

This post contains no affiliate links. The products mentioned are items I use and love and think you will too. Last weekend the temperature in Indiana finally hit 80°F, and ice cream was the first thing on my mind. No-churn ice cream is unbelievably simple and delicious. You don’t need an ice cream maker, and … Read more