There’s traditional Thanksgiving stuffing—and then there’s my mother-in-law’s stuffing. It’s always the first holiday dish to disappear. Everyone takes heaping servings of this once-a-year savory delicacy. It’s actually so popular that she has started making double batches for Thanksgiving to ensure leftovers with turkey the next day. What’s her secret? […]
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My Cousin’s Brussels Sprouts Converted My Entire Family—Here’s the Recipe
Brussels sprouts are one cruciferous vegetable that typically gets a bad rap. If you’re not a fan, though, you may soon become one after learning just how healthy they are—and how delicious they taste smothered in balsamic vinegar. It’s all about having the right recipe on deck. Brussels sprouts—named after […]
I Tried the ‘Invisible’ Apple Cake—And It’s Even Better Than It Looks
As a food editor, I get served all sorts of food videos—and while they often vary widely in cuisine and technique, there are occasional recipes that seem to take over my feed. “Invisible Apple Cake” is one such recipe, and with such a compelling name, I was surprised that I […]
I Ate This Semi-Homemade Meal Every Week as a Kid—25 Years Later, Here’s Why It’s Making a Major Comeback
Growing up as a kid in a suburban Iowa town, I was raised on a steady diet of comfort food. Most nights after work, Mom and Dad would take turns whipping up dishes like casseroles, chili, pizza, chicken Parmesan, tacos, or waffles (breakfast for dinner for the win!)—all made from […]
The Legendary Maryland Dessert With 8 Layers and 150 Years of History
Smith Island, one of the hundreds of islands in Maryland, is home to fewer than 400 residents. Nestled in the Chesapeake Bay, it’s only reachable by a ferry a few times a day. Given the inherent isolation of life on an island, culture and tradition at Smith Island has been […]
The Sweet Potato Dessert I Love More Than Pie
Each year as Thanksgiving approaches, one of the most commonly asked questions is how to switch up traditional sweet potato pie for something a bit new and different. Last year, I was in the same boat. I love keeping up with tradition when it comes to holiday menu planning, but […]
My Grandma’s Famous Candied Pecans Are My Favorite Holiday Tradition
My grandma is famous for her Christmas cookies and candies. Every year, my sisters and I gather at her house to help her prepare the holiday goodies. Make no mistake—this isn’t your typical baking session. For the last 40 years, Grandma has churned out at least 12 types of holiday […]
My Mom’s Vintage Stuffing Is So Good, We Always Double the Recipe
The holidays are just around the corner, and everyone has their favorite dishes. One dish that I dream about throughout the year is my mom’s pineapple stuffing. While pineapple might not be the first thing you think of when it comes to stuffing, I promise it’s worth a try. Typically, […]
The 5-Ingredient Pork Chop Dinner I Can’t Stop Making This Fall
When I’m craving a hearty cut of meat but don’t feel like splurging on steak, I always reach for a package of boneless or bone-in pork chops—usually sold for around $10 or less at my local supermarket. They deliver the rich, savory flavor I want from a knife-and-fork dinner at […]
The 5-Star Thai Noodle Recipe You Need to Save ASAP
Craving a fast, flavorful dinner with serious staying power? This Chef John’s version of drunken noodles (known in Thailand as pad kee mao, which translates to “drunkard’s stir-fry”) brings bold, spicy comfort to the table. Originally crafted by Thai street vendors, pad kee mao is a beloved stir-fried noodle dish […]