This blackened chicken Alfredo pasta has been on repeat in my kitchen, and somehow, my whole family still gets excited every time it’s on the menu. It’s made with familiar, everyday ingredients and comes together in about 30 minutes, with bold, smoky chicken and a creamy homemade Alfredo sauce that tastes far more impressive than the effort involved. Back when I was in school, I lived for Zatarain’s blackened chicken alfredo as an easy after-school dinner — have you tried it?...

If you like whiskey, you’ll love this bourbon BBQ sauce. It’s perfectly sweet, a little smoky, and generously flavored with bourbon. Bonus: It takes only 25 minutes to make. Calling all bourbon lovers — this is my go-to BBQ sauce. If you’ve never made BBQ sauce from scratch before, you’ll be amazed at how easy it is. Everything goes straight into a pot, then you let it simmer until it thickens into something rich, glossy, and full of flavor....

This chunky bourbon fig jam ticks all the boxes: the rich and warm notes of bourbon meld with sweet, honey-like figs, complemented by creamy and sweet vanilla. Spread it on toast, dollop it on yogurt, serve it on a cheese platter, or eat it by the spoonful. If you only make one jam in your life, let it be this one! Figs are lush, with a hint of caramel flavor and subtle earthiness that makes them ideal for infusing other complementary tastes....

These buttered carrots are a staple side dish that everyone loves! Tender carrots are simmered in real butter and garlic and then topped with fresh minced parsley. It’s a quick and easy recipe that’s ready in just 15 minutes! These buttered carrots are simple but incredibly satisfying. With just a handful of ingredients, they turn out rich and buttery, with a punch of garlic and a fresh, herbaceous finish. They’re classic enough for holiday dinners, but easy enough to make on a weeknight when I want something comforting and familiar on the table....

This easy-to-make creamy coconut lentil curry is a vegan recipe that makes a perfect meatless Monday dinner. It takes less than an hour (mostly hands-off time) to make and is packed full of delicious Indian flavors. Make extras, and you’ll have a giant smile on your face at lunch the next day. One reader, Rae, says, “This is one of my staple recipes. So easy to make and delicious. Everyone likes it!...

This cranberry coffee cake is similar to traditional coffee cake but is gluten and refined sugar-free. It’s made with oat flour, studded with tart cranberries, and topped with an oat crumble. It’s the perfect treat for impromptu holiday hosting, and it’s ready in just 50 minutes. This cranberry coffee cake is one of those festive treats I like to keep on hand during the holidays. It’s moist, flavorful, and just sweet enough, which makes it perfect for slicing any time of day—breakfast, afternoon coffee, or an easy dessert....

Impress your guests with this cranberry sauce with mandarin oranges. It’s the prettiest (and tastiest!) cranberry sauce around. I’m bringing back a recipe I first shared here years ago — and since then, I’ve tweaked it to make it even better. This is, without a doubt, the prettiest cranberry sauce I’ve ever made. Those bright mini mandarins floating in a pool of glossy cranberries look like little bow-topped gifts under the tree, and they steal the show on any Thanksgiving or Christmas table....

This is the only white chicken chili recipe you’ll ever need! I make this when I want something cozy, comforting, creamy, and downright delicious. Whether you’re using up leftover chicken or want a flavorful dinner, let me show you how it’s done. Comforting, creamy, warming, nostalgic – and finished off with a little tang! This white chicken chili is sure to be a family favorite. Oh boy, do I have a treat for you!...

This homemade Instant Pot apple cider recipe is the coziest fall or winter beverage. Made with fresh apples, oranges, cranberries, and warming spices, it’s super simple to make and ready to sip in under an hour. Get ready to bring on the ultimate coziness. This apple cider is richly spiced with warm, apple-pie flavors and is perfect for sipping by the fire or packing into a thermos for outdoor adventures....

This medieval strawberry tart is made with a savory thyme crust, lemon curd, and sweet strawberries. It’s an incredible combination of flavors that you’ll want to enjoy again and again. Many years ago, we promised a friend we’d make her a recipe from the blog Inn at the Crossroads . This medieval strawberry tart looked too good to resist. We’ve since made it many times and have adapted the recipe slightly to suit our personal taste....

These pork belly tacos are the best of all worlds! Warm tortillas are stuffed with seasoned pork belly, crunchy cabbage, cilantro, and a drizzle of our easy homemade taco sauce. They come together easily, and they’re ready in an hour! Tacos are one of my all-time favorite foods—right up there with pork belly—so it felt inevitable that the two would eventually meet. These pork belly tacos really are the best of both worlds....

These cream of mushroom pork chops are about to become a family favorite. I make this whenever I’m craving comfort food for dinner – you’d never guess the rich and creamy mushroom sauce is completely dairy-free. I’ll show you how it’s done. This recipe takes me back – do you remember that iconic 80s dinner where the trend was to smother pork chops with a can of Campbell’s mushroom soup? Well, this is a modern version of that recipe – except we bid farewell to the mystery contents of the can, and embrace the goodness of whole ingredients....

These strawberry mojitos are easy on the eyes, smell like summer, and the first sip will put a smile on your face! This strawberry mojito recipe blends summer-fresh strawberries, bright herbs like mint and basil, a dash of white rum, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. This strawberry basil mojito is a fresh, summery twist on the classic, and it’s exactly what warm evenings call for. When strawberries are at their peak—sweet, fragrant, and impossible to resist—I turn them into a quick strawberry simple syrup that pairs beautifully with fresh mint and basil....

These traditional shortbread cookies are the Christmas cookies my mom makes every holiday season. They’re whipped shortbread cookies that are so soft they literally melt in your mouth. You will LOVE them! These cookies are easy to decorate any way you like. My mom always adds a little maraschino cherry; I use a dried cranberry. Readers have commented that they’ve decorated with jam, chocolate, chopped nuts, sprinkles, a dusting of sugar, or left them plain....

Take dinner to a delicious new level with this bang bang salmon recipe ! It’s seasoned salmon baked in the oven and then drizzled with our homemade sweet and spicy bang bang sauce. Serve it with rice and vegetables for an easy dinner that’s ready in under 15 minutes! This bang bang salmon is one of my favorite easy weeknight dinners—sweet, spicy, and generously saucy. It’s inspired by restaurant-style bang bang shrimp, but made with salmon for a lighter, fresher take that still delivers big flavor....

A Bloody Caesar is a classic Canadian cocktail. It is similar to a Bloody Mary but has a lot more depth of flavor. We make our own homemade Clamato juice (it’s easy!) for the best flavor. Want to know how to make the best Caesar drink? I’ll show you how! We’re big fans of Bloody Caesars around here, and I honestly can’t imagine brunch without one. They’re Canada’s answer to the Bloody Mary — bolder, brinier, and far more satisfying — and once you’ve had one, it’s hard to go back....

These vegetarian Easter brunch recipes are all you need for a delicious celebration. We have both sweet and savory vegetarian options as well as sides, Easter cocktails, and desserts. With so many delicious brunch recipes to choose from, you (and your guests!) will never even notice that all of these recipes are vegetarian. We’ve got pancakes, banana bread, scones, sticky buns, and more for everyone with a sweet morning tooth....

Pacific rockfish is the star of the show in these rockfish tacos with cilantro lime tartar sauce. The fish is perfectly seasoned and blackened, then the juicy chunks are tucked into warm tortillas with crunchy cabbage slaw and drizzled with a tangy tartar sauce. They’re a quick, delicious, and light dinner that’s ready in 20 minutes! When it comes to tacos, I’m always looking for that perfect balance: something hearty, something crunchy, and something creamy....

This boldly-flavored brussels sprouts pizza features roasted brussels sprouts, caramelized onions, and blue cheese. It’s baked until it’s golden and crispy, then finished with a sweet balsamic glaze. It’s surprisingly delicious, it’s easy to make, and it’s ready in under an hour! If you love Brussels sprouts, this pizza is for you. I know sprouts on pizza might sound a little unexpected, but trust me—it works beautifully. Roasted until golden and crispy, the Brussels sprouts become nutty and tender, pairing perfectly with sweet caramelized red onions, salty blue cheese, and a generous drizzle of tangy balsamic glaze....

These chicken au gratin potatoes are a lightened-up take on a comforting classic. It’s crispy-skinned chicken, tender potatoes, kale, and fresh herbs baked until bubbly in a cauliflower cheese sauce. It’s easy enough for weeknights yet elegant enough for entertaining, and it’s ready in just over an hour! This chicken au gratin potatoes recipe is my idea of easy comfort food done right. Crispy-skinned chicken thighs bake alongside tender potatoes, kale, and fresh herbs, all tucked into a creamy cauliflower cheese sauce that brings everything together....