Date cake is a simple, old-fashioned holiday dessert—moist and studded with chopped dates, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and crunchy nuts, finished with a sprinkle of coarse sparkling sugar. This date cake recipe has been in the family for years and carries warm holiday memories. It’s one of those comforting, uncomplicated cakes that pairs perfectly with tea … Read more

Chocolate Covered Cheesecake Bites — bite-sized cheesecake squares coated in a crisp chocolate shell. These little treats are irresistibly good and perfect for parties, get-togethers, or a simple indulgence at home. If you enjoy bite-sized desserts, consider trying Peanut Butter Buckeyes, Dark Chocolate Almond Clusters, or Oreo Truffles for more easy crowd-pleasers. Ingredients for Chocolate … Read more

This Slow Cooker Turkey and Bean Chili is destined to become a favorite. Simple to prepare and full of comforting flavor, it works perfectly as an easy weeknight dinner or crowd-pleasing game day dish. Why You’ll Love This Chili Recipe This turkey chili is incredibly easy to make and forgiving to time—brown the turkey and … Read more

These polenta fries are irresistibly crunchy and cheesy and require no deep-frying. They make a delicious, lighter alternative to traditional fries.     Print Recipe Pin Recipe Parmesan Polenta Fries Irresistibly crunchy, cheesy, and baked instead of fried—these polenta fries are a tasty, nutritious twist on classic fries. Prep Time:10 mins Cook Time:25 mins Total … Read more

This entry is part 31 of 32 in the series Still Standing We are watching miracles unfold. August, 2014 Today our son begins school at an out-of-district day treatment program. Our school district is covering the cost of this private placement. So many people told me this would not happen. I was told it wouldn’t … Read more

Cool off with a Cherry + Rhubarb Margarita: a bright summer cocktail made with tequila, fresh lime juice, and cherry-rhubarb simple syrup blended into a refreshing frozen slush. It’s perfect for backyard parties, entertaining, or easy warm-weather sipping. The cocktail starts with a flavorful simple syrup made from Michigan cherries and fresh rhubarb. This syrup … Read more

This homemade slow-simmered Hearty Marinara Sauce is an essential kitchen staple you can batch-prep and freeze. Made from simple ingredients, it develops deep flavor during a long, gentle simmer. It’s excellent on pasta, in casseroles, as a dipping sauce, or anywhere you want a rich tomato base. The sauce features whole San Marzano tomatoes, garlic, … Read more

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Looking for a fresh celery substitute? This guide presents the best alternatives—such as celery root, jicama, fennel, and green peppers—and explains how to use them so you can achieve similar flavor and texture in a variety of recipes. [feast_advanced_jump_to] What is celery? Celery is a crisp, pale-green vegetable known for its long, fibrous stalks and … Read more

I adore Thai food, and this easy Thai red curry fish recipe is one of my favourites. With just a few quality ingredients and no chopping required, you can have a fragrant, authentic Thai meal on the table quickly. All you need is your choice of firm, white fish (cod, snapper, hake, etc.) gently simmered … Read more