Are you wondering which lump charcoal is best for smoking meats? You’re in the right place. In this guide you’ll find: The top lump charcoal options for smoking Practical techniques for using lump charcoal A clear comparison of lump charcoal vs. briquettes Tips on choosing the right charcoal for your grill or smoker Charcoal remains … Read more

Get ready for the week with a weekly menu plan! This weekly menu plan will help you prepare exactly what you need for the week so you won’t have to ask, “What’s for dinner?” every night. With a clear plan in place you’ll save time, reduce stress, and avoid unnecessary grocery purchases. Menu planning doesn’t … Read more

This is an easy, versatile, and very delicious option for breakfast, lunch, or dinner… and don’t forget about brunch! Omelettes are usually cooked on the stovetop, but when you need to feed a family or a group, a baked omelette is a welcome alternative. It delivers the same golden crust, fluffy interior, and rich, cheesy … Read more

Continuing my theme of getting back to healthy eating after an indulgent weekend in Las Vegas, I put together a simple, delicious tilapia dinner on Tuesday night after yoga. I love tilapia — it’s one of my favorite fish. It has a very mild flavor and, unlike salmon, it doesn’t leave a strong lingering odor … Read more

My kids could hardly believe Thanksgiving is almost here until they checked their school planners and saw a short week coming up. Holidays tend to arrive quickly, and with Thanksgiving on the horizon we started talking menu favorites. My children immediately asked for two traditional dishes: our family’s Italian stuffing and, unsurprisingly, mashed potatoes. Because … Read more

Juicy, tender chicken thighs in a rich, glossy, warmly spiced gravy make this simple chicken rogan josh a dish you’ll want to cook again and again. Best of all, it comes together in just 30 minutes. Rogan josh is traditionally made with lamb, but here it’s adapted with succulent chicken thighs — a quicker option … Read more

This easy Cream Cheese Bean Dip is a crowd-pleasing party appetizer made with just a few pantry staples. Ready in minutes, it’s creamy, cheesy, and perfect with tortilla chips. Bean Dip This cream cheese bean dip is a simple, tasty recipe that works for parties, game day, holidays, or a quick weeknight addition to Mexican-style … Read more

This Vanilla Bean Cake is moist, flavorful, and baked as a single 9-inch layer. Split it into two layers if you like, then top with a bright, perfectly sweet Strawberry Swiss Meringue Buttercream for a fresh dessert that’s ideal any time of year. Table of Contents Ingredients Needed Helpful Tips for Making the Best Swiss … Read more

Soft, chewy cookie dough texture combined with salty-sweet contrast, a hint of espresso, molten chocolate and the nutty caramel notes of browned butter—these cookies are the culmination of everything I look for in a perfect chocolate chip cookie. After testing many recipes, this one rose to the top. The browned butter adds a rich, toasty, … Read more

There’s nothing like a classic apple pie: spiced, tender apples glazed with a reduced apple caramel, baked in a buttery, flaky crust and finished with vanilla ice cream. There are countless apple pie recipes, since it’s such a beloved classic. I’ve shared variations before — Momma’s Apple Pie, an apple pie made with puff pastry, … Read more