Explore 12 old-fashioned flowers featured in Anne of Green Gables. These heirloom blooms have endured through time and are perfect for creating perennial cottage gardens in cool climates. As a child I resisted Anne of Green Gables—her emotions and romanticism felt excessive to me. Yet as an adult I returned to L.M. Montgomery’s world and … Read more

Poondu Murukku (Garlic Murukku) | Pottukadalai Murukku | Easy Thenkuzhal Murukku | Instant Murukku | Diwali Savory Poondu murukku is a crisp, flavorful South Indian snack made with garlic, rice flour (or idiyappam flour), roasted gram flour (pottukadalai maavu), and a bit of fat (butter or hot oil). This is an easy, instant murukku recipe … Read more

Spring into fall with these easy, delicious pumpkin hand pies. These mini pumpkin pies capture all the cozy flavors of classic pumpkin pie in a perfectly portable size. They’re ideal for parties, bake sales, or a relaxed weekend baking session—and they can be made ahead for convenience. This post may contain affiliate links. See my … Read more

Great Wolf Lodge: We enjoyed a memorable Spring Break road trip in 2013, full of highs and a few lows. While camping, most of us caught a stomach flu and one person suffered a persistent chest and head cold, but even with illness we made the best of our time together and created many happy … Read more

CLICK ABOVE FOR JACK-O-LANTERN VIDEO INSTRUCTIONS Print Orange Jack-O-Lantern Stuffed Bell Peppers A festive and flavorful main course for fall or Halloween, filled with a savory chicken fajita–style mixture and cheesy rice. Course Fall Food, Halloween Food, Main Course, Mexican Cuisine American, Mexican Author Catherine’s Plates Equipment large pot medium pot with lid cutting board … Read more

These sugar cookie bars are soft and tender with a thick layer of creamy frosting on top. The recipe is much simpler than making traditional sugar cookies and is baked in a 9×13 inch pan to yield a generous batch. This post was updated March 4, 2025 with new photos and an adjusted recipe so … Read more

This Gluten-Free Caramel Apple Skillet Crisp combines tart Granny Smith apples with silky date caramel, gluten-free oats, and toasted pecans. It’s vegan and perfect served warm with ice cream. This skillet crisp has everything you need. Tender cinnamon-spiced apples coated in a creamy date caramel, topped with a crunchy oat and pecan crumble. A final … Read more

You’re doing it: exercising regularly, getting fitter, and sticking with your routine. That’s fantastic. But now you may be dealing with sore, tight calves—especially common if you run frequently. The good news: with the following at‑home calf exercises and targeted stretches for the gastrocnemius (gastroc) and soleus muscles, you can reduce tightness and restore strength. … Read more

Say hello to the BEST gluten-free white chocolate macadamia nut cookies you’ve ever had! I tested this recipe six times to get it right. The result: cookies that are crisp at the edges, chewy in the center, and perfectly buttery. The sweet-and-salty pairing of white chocolate and macadamia is unbeatable. If you fondly remember Mrs. … Read more

Le Creuset Dutch Oven Giveaway! Photo credit: Williams-Sonoma To celebrate spring and Mother’s Day, I’m giving away one Le Creuset 5 1/2‑quart round Dutch oven — perfect for 5–6 servings. You can choose from one of the offered colors: white, cotton, soleil, or hibiscus. I love the soft pastel options Le Creuset offers for spring, … Read more