These luxurious Candy Jewels are surprisingly simple to prepare. With a few basic ingredients, a candy thermometer, and gem molds, you’ll be cranking out perfect hard candies in no time at all!
My daughter Eliza had big plans to make a crown birthday cake this year. Her vision, inspired by the Imperial State Crown, included purple marshmallow fondant, gold sugar sheets, and, of course, sparkling candies to give it some royal attitude….
This Buffalo Chicken Macaroni and Cheese recipe delivers classic comfort food with an attitude. From the crisp, fiery breadcrumb topping to the creamy, rich Gorgonzola sauce, this chicken and pasta dish will satisfy your taste buds with a serious explosion of flavors.
I could tell you that our love for Buffalo Hot Wings inspired this Buffalo Chicken Macaroni and Cheese recipe, but that would be a lie. The idea for this piquant pasta dish actually came from a bag of potato chips….
Thick and glossy, this Simple Hot Fudge Sauce transforms any bowl of ice cream into an extravagant hot fudge sundae. While it’s quick and easy to prepare, this topping delivers smooth, rich chocolate indulgence.
My older daughter just turned 13. It seems like just moments ago that I was pregnant and trying to stay healthy for my baby….
Light, tender dough encases a warm, thyme-laced turkey filling in these Turkey Cranberry Runzas. These deliciously satisfying stuffed rolls taste like an inside-out turkey dinner.
My husband sometimes shares stories about his childhood visits with Nebraska relatives. On one trip in particular, his family introduced him to a local delicacy called runzas. …
Smooth and indulgent, this Vanilla Raspberry Cheesecake hides a surprise layer of tart raspberry filling in the center. Decorative heart embellishments add flair to this petite, delicious cheesecake.
We didn’t go on vacation for Spring Break this year, so my kids made lists of activities to fill our week. As the days went by, we checked off things like going to beach, visiting the Exploratorium, riding our bikes, and watching movies….
Tender and irresistible, these tangy Lemon Blondies burst with bold citrus flavor. Smooth, creamy lemon frosting adds sweetness and zing to these easy-to-prepare treats.
The last time we went out of town, I left some Lemon Blondies for our pet sitters to nibble on while they played with our cat and fed our fish….
Add some sunshine to your day with these bright and flavorful Orange-Almond Muffins. With plenty of fresh orange zest and juice, as well as crunchy, nutty sliced almonds, this simple recipe comes together quickly and easily without skimping on taste.
Until my daughter and her friend decided they wanted to make some Orange Creamsicle Cupcakes, I didn’t bake much with oranges. I love sinking my teeth into sweet, juicy orange wedges, and I never saw any reason to move beyond my enjoyment of this simple, succulent snack….
Surprise your friends and family on April Fools’ Day with this comfort-food-gone-fancy Meatloaf Cake. Each slice delivers a perfect serving of savory, flavorful meatloaf covered with smooth, creamy Gruyere mashed potatoes.
My family takes April Fools’ Day pranks quite seriously. One year, my older daughter started taking hard-boiled eggs to school for lunch months ahead of time to set up an early morning joke on me….
