Tart, sweet, and scented with warm vanilla, this cranberry and vanilla bean jam is easy to make and incredibly versatile. With only four main ingredients, it’s a simple recipe even for beginners. Serve it on cake, alongside roast turkey, or spoon it over warm baked Brie with slices of sourdough for a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Why … Read more

These tropical overnight oats bring a taste of summer to your morning and keep you satisfied until lunchtime. The beauty of overnight oats is their simple formula — typically equal parts rolled oats, yogurt, and milk — which makes them endlessly adaptable. Use this tropical version as inspiration, then swap in whatever fruits, nuts, or … Read more

This homemade Turkey Stock recipe turns a leftover turkey carcass into a rich, savory broth. It’s ideal for soups, stews, or any recipe that calls for poultry stock — a simple, flavorful way to use every last bit of your Thanksgiving bird. If you’ve ever wondered what to do with the carcass after you’ve removed … Read more

There’s something unmistakably summery about an orange creamsicle, and this nostalgic Orange Creamsicle cocktail delivers that flavor in a creamy, adult-friendly drink you can enjoy any time of year. Bright citrus notes meet sweet vanilla and a silky finish for a frothy, indulgent sip. Orange Creamsicle Cocktail Ingredients This Orange Creamsicle cocktail tastes like a … Read more

What’s the best teriyaki sauce substitute? This easy teriyaki sauce substitute recipe uses pantry staples—soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, honey, and a touch of ginger and garlic—to create a sweet, sticky alternative. Below you’ll also find a quick explanation of what teriyaki sauce is made of and a list of convenient teriyaki substitutes like … Read more

We recorded a special podcast episode on video so you can listen, watch, or do both. In this installment we revisit twenty-seven items we’ve recommended during our first 50 episodes in the “This Is Really Cool” segment. Are they still worth recommending? Short answer: yes for most. We explain why 22 remain favorites and why … Read more

Potstickers, Chinese dumplings, gyoza, wontons—call them what you like—these bite-sized delights turn out perfectly in the air fryer. Once you try this method, you’ll likely prefer it for quick, crispy dumplings every time. Difference Between Dumpling, Potstickers, Wontons & Gyoza Potstickers, wontons, gyoza and shumai are all types of dumplings; the distinctions come down to … Read more

These pumpkin cupcakes are filled with cozy autumn spices and topped with a tangy cream cheese frosting that balances sweetness and richness. Bring a tray to your next gathering and watch them disappear. Pumpkin cupcakes with cream cheese frosting are a fall favorite and a reliable choice year after year. They’re ideal for Halloween when … Read more

Homemade French macarons recipe is here! These delicate confections—sometimes nicknamed “priest’s belly buttons”—originated in Europe and gained wide popularity in France. Though their history reaches back centuries, macarons became a major trend in North America more recently. Jump to Recipe Print Recipe French macarons fever Macarons are everywhere on social media, and it’s easy to … Read more