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Savory

April 28, 2025

Melon & Salami Antipasto (Easy Italian Appetizer Recipe)

Juicy melon cubes, savory cheese, and salty salami all dressed up in a light herbal vinaigrette—this Melon and Salami Antipasto recipe has everything you could..

Cakes

December 27, 2024

How to Thaw a Frozen Cake

So you’ve successfully wrapped a buttercream cake and stored it in the freezer. Or, maybe you’ve frozen some party cake leftovers and want to enjoy..

Savory

December 21, 2024

Easy Chicken Parmesan—Favorite Chicken Parmigiana Recipe

Chicken parmigiana (or “chicken parmesan” for those less inclined to use the traditional vernacular) is a classic Italian-American staple, made with juicy chicken breasts, a..

Pastries

December 3, 2024

Salted Caramel Cherry Chocolate Tart with Torched Meringue

You know when you crave something rich—lusciously rich—with perfectly balanced flavors alongside smooth and crisp textures that complement one another like a sweet, sweet symphony?..

Savory

November 21, 2024

Spicy Pasta alla Amatriciana-Inspired Tortellini Soup

Soup is a quintessential dinner option when it’s dark and dreary—so, most of the time here in Cleveland. I like to make a big batch..

Can You Freeze Cake (Yes! & How to Do It)

As a baker, I’m often asked if it’s okay to freeze cakes—not just cake layers, but stacked, filled, frosted, and finished creations. The answer is..

Recipes

9 Meal Planning Tips You Can Use on a Budget

Contributed Post—Meal planning is a great way to stay organized, and it saves you time and money throughout the week. We create schedules, notes, and..

5 Easy Meal Prep Recipes for Light Summer Dining

Contributed Post: Blame it on the heat or the beautiful, long, sunshine-fulled days, but something about summer just zaps away my cooking motivation! And, instead..

Kolacky/Kolaczki Recipe—Polish Cookies with Jam

This jam-filled kolaczki recipe is super simple to make and looks impressive on a dessert table. Plus, the melt-in-your-mouth treats only require six ingredients, so..

Savory

Make Salads Fun with These Creative Ideas

Contributed Post: Tired of the same old salads? Ready to shake things up with some inventive ideas? Making salads can be a lot more fun..

Cakes

Easiest Peach Sheet Cake with Brown Sugar Cinnamon Glaze

I love a fancy-schmancy cake as much as the next foodie, but sometimes you just crave a simple, no-frills dessert. This easy peach sheet cake..

Savory

4 Slow-Cooker Meal Ideas for All Tastes

Guest-Authored Post What would modern home cooks do without a Crockpot? The best slow-cooker meal recipes are not just a way to make food effortlessly..

Espresso & Dark Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars with Bourbon Buttercream

If you like chocolate chip cookies, you’re going to LOVE this recipe for espresso & dark chocolate chip cookie bars. We’ll update the timeless, classic..