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Woman in a striped shirt smiles as she unwraps a freshly baked loaf topped with pumpkin seeds in a bright, modern kitchen.

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From my cookbook to your kitchen, because I just couldn’t keep it to myself My friend Paula Shoyer, also known as The Kosher Baker, first shared this recipe with me one Thanksgiving. The first time I made it, it was gone in minutes. It was such a hit that it quickly graduated from “holiday-only” status […]

Vanilla-Infused Cornbread Challah

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Woman in a striped shirt smiles as she unwraps a freshly baked loaf topped with pumpkin seeds in a bright, modern kitchen.

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From my cookbook to your kitchen, because I just couldn’t keep it to myself My friend Paula Shoyer, also known as The Kosher Baker, first shared this recipe with me one Thanksgiving. The first time I made it, it was gone in minutes. It was such a hit that it quickly graduated from “holiday-only” status […]

Vanilla-Infused Cornbread Challah

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A woman in a cozy kitchen smiles down at a skillet filled with sautéed green beans, ready to take a bite with a gold and white fork.

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Every now and then, a side dish comes along that completely steals the show. Green Beans with Hot Truffled Butter is that dish. These beans are quick to make but taste like something you’d order at a fancy restaurant. Glossy, buttery, truffle-kissed, and just spicy enough to keep things interesting. Every bite is crisp yet […]

Green Beans with Hot Truffled Butter

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A woman spoons sauce over pieces of spicy glazed chicken served with white rice and greens on a dark plate.

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Sticky. Crispy. Saucy. Craveable. Some recipes just become a staple on your menu. I literally make this whenever I’m short on time and want a pure protein dish that never disappoints. I take zero credit for this gem of a recipe. Marilyn, who has helped us raise our kids in Hong Kong, has become a […]

Marilyn’s Craveable Spicy Chicken

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Woman smiling and holding a chocolate peanut butter bar outdoors with a tray of bars on the table in front of her.

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A sweet little something to keep in your fridge – Liam’s favorite Some recipes happen because the moment demands it. These bars were born on one of those “I need something now” afternoons. You know the ones. The kind where someone is digging through the fridge, dinner is still far away, and only something chocolatey, […]

No Bake Addicting Protein Bars

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A bowl of hearty beef and vegetable soup with chunks of pumpkin, zucchini, mushrooms, and root vegetables, held by a gold spoon over a marble countertop.

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Move over chicken soup. This beefy version is about to take center stage as your new favorite classic. This is one of those soups you make once and then keep coming back to. The kind you serve to family or friends where no one stops at one bowl and everyone asks for the recipe. It […]

Hearty Beefy Veggie Soup

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Overnight Short Ribs (That Practically Cook Themselves) The ultimate comfort dish with almost no effort. These short ribs are one of my favorite little kitchen secrets. You season, sear, and tuck them into the oven before bed. By morning, the meat is fall-apart tender, the sauce is rich and glossy, and your house smells like […]

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Overnight Short Ribs

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A woman in a beige sweater prepares fresh herbs beside a baked salmon fillet topped with capers and lime in a bright, modern kitchen.

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My new favorite way to make the most delicious salmon in minutes is this Lemon Caper Salmon. It’s effortlessly elegant, so hearty, healthy and satisfying.  I’m excited for you to try this! This is one of those dinners that makes you feel like you’ve pulled off something special  –  even if you only had 25 […]

Lemon Caper Salmon

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A plate of kale salad topped with crisp pumpkin parmesan croutons, served on a white plate over a marble surface.

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I’m always looking for ways to turn a simple salad into something you actually crave, and this kale salad with pumpkin Parmesan croutons does exactly that. Think golden, crispy, Parmesan-coated pumpkin scattered over silky, massaged kale. It’s hearty, fresh, and feels just a little bit special without being fussy. What I love most is the […]

Kale Salad with Pumpkin Parmesan Croutons

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What is the one ingredient that you think of when you hear the perfect fall treat? Pumpkin! Everywhere you turn there is a new pumpkin-flavored version of just about everything from drinks to pies and more. So why not get creative in the kitchen because creating your own healthified gluten-free version is fun! Here are […]

Pumpkin Recipe Round Up: Flavorful Fall Treats

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What’s your favorite kitchen tool? I'm personally obsessed with my dehydrator! In this post, I'm sharing why I love it so much and 9 things I make in it!

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What’s your favorite kitchen tool? I’m personally obsessed with my dehydrator! Sure, dehydrating food takes a long time. But here’s the good news: While your dehydrator may need a few hours—or in some cases, a few days—to deliver the decadent dish you’ve been craving, once you prep your ingredients, you can leave them and forget […]

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Love sipping on a flavorful beverage, but hate all those extra calories and chemicals? In this article, my friend and health blogger Melissa Gundersen shows us 11 delicious infused water recipes and steps us through how to make them! Every morning I wake up, stumble to the kitchen, and make myself a pitcher of infused water. […]

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Many of you read with fascination about xenoestrogens and the affect on our health and waistlines last week. We’ve followed up this week with a Part 2 to Dave Catudal’s popular post: a handy lists of foods to eat and avoid to help balance your hormones to achieve optimal health. What is the one thing you do everyday? You […]

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