Lemon basil muffins are a bright, fresh treat—perfect for a spring afternoon. Made with almond flour, these muffins are naturally low-carb and gluten-free without sacrificing flavor. Lemon and basil is a pairing more often found in savory sauces, but it works beautifully in baked goods too. The muffins are sweet with a subtle, savory hint … Read more

For your next outdoor meal, bring this vibrant broccoli salad that never disappoints. Bright green florets, barely blanched, crisp slices of smoked pork belly, toasted almonds and a homemade cider vinegar mayonnaise — it always disappears first from the table. Why blanch then shock the broccoli Overcooked broccoli turns dull and limp. To preserve a … Read more

Tomatoes are at their peak—ripe, sweet and juicy—and I can’t get enough of them. With mint growing in the garden, I’ve been making this bright tomato and mint salad almost every day, sometimes twice—at lunch and again at dinner. If you want a simple way to celebrate summer tomatoes, try this quick tomato salad. It … Read more

This overnight breakfast casserole is a classic from the Amish community near where I grew up. It appeared multiple times in my mom’s Amish cookbook, so I adapted the best elements into this hearty, cheesy Amish country breakfast casserole. Made with bread, ham, bacon and plenty of cheese, it’s finished with a buttery cornflake topping. … Read more

This Banana Bread Granola combines toasty gluten-free oats and crunchy walnuts with mashed ripe banana and maple syrup for natural sweetness. A dash of ground cinnamon adds warmth and makes it taste just like freshly baked banana bread. Vegan and gluten-free, it’s an easy make-ahead breakfast or snack. A Healthier Take on Dessert for Breakfast … Read more

This Pierogi Pizza (Pagach) blends pizza dough with a cheesy potato filling, sautéed onions and plenty of cheddar — it really does taste like a pierogi in pizza form. This quick, family-friendly recipe lets you enjoy the flavors of Pittsburgh-style pierogies without the work of making individual dumplings. Pierogi pizza is sometimes called Slovak pizza … Read more

Gluten Free Lemon Poppy Seed Bread made with almond flour and coconut flour, finished with a lemon glaze and naturally dairy-free. This moist loaf is a simple, wholesome take on classic lemon poppy seed bread. We are obsessed with lemon poppy seed flavors in this house. It was a favorite from my childhood—my mom often … Read more

I always enjoy sharing my favorite recipes from the year. Here are my Top 12 Picky Palate Recipes of 2014 — a collection of desserts, breakfasts, dinner ideas, cookies, shakes, a standout mac and cheese, and more. It’s hard to believe another year has passed. Time really does fly. Going through each month to choose … Read more