This herb and garlic butter transforms a simple steak into a restaurant-style meal at home. Whether you’re cooking a ribeye or filet mignon, this easy compound butter—made from butter, fresh garlic and herbs—adds rich, savory flavor that melts over the steak and enhances every bite. Compound butter is incredibly versatile. Form the blended butter into … Read more

Ch ch ch chia! I know I’m showing my age—those old commercials stick with you. Did you see them too? As a kid I wanted a chia pet, though I can’t remember why now. Yes, chia seeds and the green sprouts on chia pets come from the same plant. Confession time: I generally ignore health … Read more

I interrupted my usual food posts to sort through old recipe files — and discovered something more than recipes. Rather than a how-to on decluttering or organizing clippings, this is a short stroll down Silicon Valley memory lane prompted by the back side of a 26-year-old newspaper page tucked behind a breakfast recipe. As I … Read more

These Vegan Brownies are thick, intensely chocolatey, and wonderfully fudgy. They use just 10 ingredients, bake up chewy and rich, and are surprisingly simple to make. Estimated reading time: 7 minutes The Best Fudgy Vegan Brownies These Vegan Brownies are a plant-based take on a beloved chewy, fudgy classic. The base is rich melted chocolate … Read more

The name “Split Pea Soup” may not sound exciting, and I admit I judged it by its name. Until recently I had never tried it because I assumed it wouldn’t be good. But I was wrong — split pea soup is surprisingly delicious. It taught me a simple lesson: don’t judge something by its name … Read more

Massaged Kale + Fresh Berry Salad with Citrusy Vinaigrette Kale can be tough and bitter if not prepared correctly. Massaging the leaves with a little lemon and salt softens them and brings out a sweeter, more enjoyable flavor. This salad combines tender massaged kale with fresh berries, red onion and crunchy walnuts, all tossed in … Read more

Every kitchen should have a reliable tomato soup recipe, especially during cold winter months when the snow keeps falling and temperatures stay low. This is my go-to: a rich, flavorful tomato soup made with fire-roasted tomatoes for a subtle smoky depth. A splash of heavy cream and a bit of Parmesan add a velvety finish, … Read more

I had been trying to get my family to eat fewer drive-thru meals and more home-cooked food. It wasn’t easy—until I served these Baked Bacon and Cheeseburger Sliders. They’re a fresh twist on classic sandwich recipes and far better than typical fast-food sliders. Made with quality ground beef, these sliders are flavorful and simple to … Read more

This honey butter cornbread is a light, tall, and tender side that pairs beautifully with dinners, chili, or holiday meals. Rich with butter and brightened by honey in the batter, it’s finished with a creamy homemade honey butter. Best of all, the batter comes together in just one bowl. I’ve been making variations of this … Read more