Sometimes all you or the kids want is pizza. Instead of baking a whole pie, reach into the freezer for single-serve French bread pizzas. Once you try this Red Baron French bread pizza air fryer method, it will become a go-to for quick snacks and lunches. Why You’ll Love This Recipe Red Baron single French … Read more

Spicy slow cooker pumpkin chili – a blend of fall spices with a kick of spicy chili powder and red peppers. When the older two kids headed off with grandma to visit their great-grandmother in northern California, it left my husband, our little guy and me with a weekend to ourselves. Whenever it’s just the … Read more

This spicy one-pot fusilli is ideal for an easy weeknight dinner. Made with fresh vegetables, herbs, and hearty pasta, it comes together in about 30 minutes. This recipe is perfect when you need a quick lunch or dinner. Cooking the pasta in the same pot as the sauce reduces dishes and yields a nicely starchy, … Read more

Happy Memorial Day, and a huge thanks to those who have served or are serving in the military! As summer approaches, you might be planning a getaway. I’m sharing highlights from my recent week in Northern California in case you visit San Francisco, Sausalito, or Napa Valley this year. The scenery was gorgeous and the … Read more

A light, elegant spring quiche with a creamy egg custard, tender asparagus, and generous dollops of fresh goat cheese—perfect for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or a simple dinner. Spring is my favorite season, and it always inspires me to cook with fresh, seasonal produce. Right now asparagus is showing up in our kitchen several times a … Read more

Buying low-carb or keto tomato sauce can be pricey. Making your own is simple, far more economical, and lets you control the flavor and ingredients. This keto-friendly tomato sauce takes minutes to prepare in a blender, contains no added sugar, and can be tailored with your favorite herbs and spices. Use it on zucchini noodles, … Read more

There’s nothing better than starting the day with Carne Asada Breakfast Tacos. After spending time in San Diego filming with Camping World for their new series, The Great American Cookoff—where I had the pleasure of judging—I was inspired by the contestants’ dishes to get back to cooking. We drove out to Joshua Tree to enjoy … Read more

Salted Chocolate Graham Cracker Toffee Bars rival the real deal and are much easier to make. Absolutely addictive! Larimer Square is a lively, historic block in downtown Denver that evokes the charm of old main streets where merchants gathered and neighbors met. When I came across the cookbook recipe that inspired this treat, the bars … Read more

These Fried Mozzarella Cheese Balls are bite-sized, irresistibly cheesy, and easy to make with just a few ingredients. They fry up crisp and golden with a soft, gooey center—perfect for parties or game day. As a kid I loved mozzarella sticks with marinara, but these little fried mozzarella balls are even better. A crunchy Italian … Read more

Packed with beans, fresh vegetables, and simple Mediterranean flavors, this Mediterranean dense bean salad is full of plant-based protein and fiber to keep you energized for hours. Toss everything in a bowl, let the flavors meld, and serve with crusty bread or over greens. It works well as a vibrant side for entertaining and is … Read more