Soft, creamy Magic Cake that bakes itself into three distinct layers — a light sponge top, a silky custard center, and a firm base. Made with simple pantry ingredients, this dessert is lightly sweet, rich in texture, and surprisingly easy to prepare for any occasion. Magic Cake is a one-batter wonder: as it bakes the … Read more

SUNDAY Cast-iron seared ribeyes with rosemary and garlic—using a favorite recipe my son developed. Serve with a raw shaved fennel salad dressed in extra-virgin olive oil, Meyer lemon juice, and a big pinch of Maldon sea salt, laid over peppery arugula and topped with shaved Parmesan. Roasted cauliflower also pairs well: toss florets with olive … Read more

Sprinkle New Years Eve Cake – a quick guide to making a sparkly NYE cake using a free stencil template and sprinkles. Updated with a 2019 template! Hello friends! I hope you’re enjoying the holiday season and that your Christmas was wonderful. This is one last cake tutorial for the year—perfect for a quick New … Read more

With the 4th of July this week, I wanted to share a favorite dessert from my in-laws. It’s festive, incredibly simple to make, and always a hit. I’ve seen variations of this cake across food blogs, but I first tasted it when I married into my husband’s family. I like to add a touch of … Read more

Why have a PB&J sandwich when you can enjoy the same flavors in cookie form? These easy peanut butter and jelly cookies deliver that classic combo in a handheld treat. Cookies are always welcome — from white chocolate and raspberry to chocolate chip sugar or brownie crinkle cookies. One favorite twist on a classic is … Read more

Instant Pot Strawberry Cheesecake is rich, creamy, and surprisingly simple to prepare in the Instant Pot. It yields a dense, velvety texture and can be made as a full-size cheesecake or as individual mini cheesecakes. This cheesecake is finished with a bright strawberry compote, though a raspberry sauce or other fruit topping would work beautifully … Read more

This Yankee Pot Roast begins with a pan-seared, well-seasoned beef brisket. Unlike a more common chuck roast, brisket brings deeper beefy flavor. The meat is slowly braised in a savory broth with root vegetables, then served with steamed vegetables and a rich gravy made from the braising liquid. What is Yankee Pot Roast? A New … Read more

This vegetarian (with a vegan option) miso mushroom ramen is made with only 10 supermarket-friendly ingredients. Be sure to check out all the #FoodieMamas mushroom recipes at the end of this post! When did you have your first bowl of ramen?   I remember my grandmother feeding me Oodles of Noodles when I was a … Read more

I’m finally feeling back to my usual self after my trip to New York City. Even though the trip was nearly a week ago, travel still took a toll: as someone managing stress, digestive issues, and hypothyroidism, changing time zones and resting less than usual really affects me. After plenty of sleep, home-cooked meals, and … Read more

This oven-roasted carrots recipe is quick, simple, and made with just six ingredients in under 30 minutes. The natural sweetness of the carrots caramelizes in the oven, creating a tender, flavorful side dish both kids and adults enjoy. Roasted carrots are often irresistible straight from the pan—I call them vegetable candy because their natural sugars … Read more