When bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are slow-grilled until tender and brushed with a sticky, sweet, spicy glaze, the result is irresistible: Sticky Asian Grilled Chicken Thighs. Get ready for caramelized, melt-in-your-mouth flavor. These thighs are rubbed with a brown sugar spice mix that caramelizes beautifully on the grill. Cooked over indirect heat and basted with … Read more

This slow cooker grits recipe yields exceptionally creamy, buttery grits with just four simple ingredients. It’s an easy, hands-off dish that even kids can help prepare. Making grits in a slow cooker transforms them. The low, steady heat gently breaks down stone-ground grits, producing a smooth, rich texture without constant stirring. This method is ideal … Read more

Ground lamb meat buns pair a soft, easy-to-make bread dough with a savory lamb filling for a portable, family-friendly meal. These hand-held buns are perfect fresh from the oven or kept in the freezer for quick lunches and snacks. These Australian-style meat buns are simple to prepare and satisfying to eat. The homemade dough is … Read more

Short rib ragu is a timeless Italian comfort dish: beef short ribs slowly braised with red wine, crushed tomatoes, and fresh herbs until the meat becomes tender and infused with deep flavor. Served over wide pappardelle ribbons, this hearty ragu makes a comforting dinner for special occasions or cozy weeknights. Beef short rib ragu has … Read more

My family loves lamb. Growing up in South Africa, our Saturday lunches often featured roast leg of lamb with roast potatoes, brown gravy, fresh mint sauce and a beetroot salad. Today we tend to save lamb for Easter, and the holiday is full of family traditions. When the girls were little we colored eggs, attended … Read more

These mini pumpkin pies are the perfect size for small hands and portion control. Sweetened with pure maple syrup, they offer a subtly sweet, creamy pumpkin filling that makes a delightful addition to a Thanksgiving dessert spread or an everyday treat. I’m a big fan of all things miniature — bite-sized desserts are easier to … Read more

My mother made this ham and cheese croissant breakfast casserole for special mornings like sleepovers and Christmas. I make it the day after I bake a ham — only a few times a year — so it still feels like a treat. I served it at a brunch once and a vegetarian who tried a … Read more

These vegan chocolate peanut butter balls with Rice Krispies are a simple, no-bake treat made with just four ingredients. Also known as peanut butter bon bons, these little bites are creamy, crunchy, and slightly chewy. They’re naturally dairy-free and can easily be adapted to be gluten-free or keto-friendly for a balanced sweet-and-salty snack or dessert. … Read more

Apple Pecan Cobbler features sliced apples layered in a 2‑quart baking dish, sprinkled with sugared pecans, and finished with a simple batter. The cobbler is topped with additional pecans and baked until bubbly and golden. It’s a comforting, delicious fall dessert. We have a few apple trees in the backyard. I love the spring blossoms, … Read more