Who needs Chinese takeout when you can make this in a Crockpot? This slow cooker recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. Our Crockpot Sweet and Sour Chicken is simple to prepare, family-friendly, and full of flavor. Crockpot Sweet & Sour Chicken Crockpot Sweet and Sour Chicken Print Recipe Prep Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 6 … Read more

Finally a Vegan Stollen Recipe Worth Sharing! Christmas is the perfect season to bake traditional German stollen. This recipe comes from my bakery days and has been adapted to be completely vegan without sacrificing flavor. Dried and candied fruits soaked overnight with a creamy almond-paste center Soaking the fruit overnight and tucking a rich almond … Read more

Happy St. Patrick’s Week! If you’re looking for a simple, comforting way to celebrate, try baking this gluten-free brown soda bread. It’s rustic, hearty, and ideal spread with a generous pat of butter or for dipping into soups and stews. During a semester studying in Ireland I fell in love with brown soda bread. Traditional … Read more

Avoid a common genealogy mistake. Learn how to locate ancestors, build a reliable family tree, and skip costly research errors. Confession time: I made a genealogy mistake that cost me years of time and effort. I missed a crucial clue while searching for my fourth great-grandmother and spent a long time following the wrong leads … Read more

Chocolate Pumpkin Cake is a moist, easy-to-make chocolate cake with a cozy pumpkin spice twist. It comes together quickly and is perfect for holidays, dinner parties, or a comforting everyday dessert. This tender cake balances rich dark chocolate with the warm flavors of pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice. The pumpkin keeps the crumb soft … Read more

This simple Apple Cake Sharlotka will delight you and your guests. A feather-light sponge topped with golden apples — just five main ingredients for a wonderfully tender cake. If you enjoy this recipe, browse our collection of Russian baking recipes for more classic cakes and treats. I needed a quick, uncomplicated cake to serve with … Read more

This chocolate custard tart is a decadent, triple-chocolate baked tart. A silky chocolate custard bakes inside a chocolate shortbread crust and is finished with a white chocolate drizzle for an elegant touch. If a dessert menu lists chocolate tart, I can rarely resist. A rich, silky chocolate tart feels indulgent and special, which is why … Read more

Gluten Free Vegan Nut Free Making mochi at home is simple and satisfying. With soaked glutinous white rice and a mochi maker, steaming and pounding becomes effortless — just press the button and let the machine do the work. Mochi — made from pounded glutinous rice — is a family favorite. Using a mochi maker, … Read more

Need a fast dinner? This homemade Shrimp Fra Diavolo is ready in about 15 minutes and delivers big flavor. Tender shrimp simmer in a garlicky, slightly spicy tomato sauce—you decide how much heat to add. Serve over zucchini zoodles for a low-carb option or toss with your favorite pasta for a classic presentation. This simple, … Read more

You will fall head over heels for this gluten-free, vegan berry cheesecake. Made with soaked cashews, the no-bake filling is luxuriously creamy and pairs beautifully with a vibrant mix of fresh berries. If you’re dairy-free, you may have wondered if cheesecake was a thing of the past. I felt the same—cheesecake used to be one … Read more