There’s nothing better than a chocolate chip cookie. These cookies are both gluten-free and egg-free, so the raw dough is safe to taste. Made with almond flour, brown sugar, unsweetened applesauce, light butter, vanilla, and semi-sweet chocolate chips, these cookies bake up moist and chewy inside with a lightly crisp edge. The recipe comes together … Read more

The Produce Moms Podcast Crunch Pak is Proving that Convenience and Health Can Go Hand-in-Hand Tony Freytag, Executive Vice President and co-founder of Crunch Pak®, is a respected leader in the produce industry. He helped create and grow a category that barely existed in value-added produce and turned it into a multihundred-million dollar retail business. … Read more

Some soups fill the kitchen with warm, irresistible aromas. This Curry Chicken and Rice Soup is one of those recipes—hearty, comforting, and full of flavor. It’s an easy, one-pot meal that feeds a family and combines tender chicken, a medley of vegetables, fragrant spices, and white rice, finished with a squeeze of lime, fresh cilantro, … Read more

My daughter Meghan hasn’t been eating very well lately, so I’ve been thinking of gentle ways to add more nutritious foods into her diet. I’m not ready to become a “sneaky chef,” but I do believe it’s fine to get creative and offer wholesome options that include a wider variety of ingredients. Alone, some of … Read more

Authentic Italian Keto Lasagna. 3g net carbs. Made with low carb pasta sheets. This version of lasagna captures the flavour and comfort of the classic Italian dish while staying low in carbs. The two essential components are a rich beef ragù and delicate low-carb lasagna sheets. If the thought of making traditional béchamel worries you, … Read more

Janette turned 30 this year and to celebrate she treated herself (and me!) to a weeklong vacation in Hawaii. While we were in Maui, we went to the Old Lahaina Luau and dined on the best Kalua Pig I had tasted in years. It was phenomenal — tender, juicy, and full of smoky flavor. I … Read more

The Bomb Italian Sausage Sandwich! And yes—it’s the Bomb. Roasted Italian sausage links are baked, smothered in red sauce and spicy, melty pepper jack cheese, then toasted inside crusty French-style Italian bread until everything is gooey and golden. This cheesy, spicy, saucy—and delightfully messy—Italian sausage sandwich is a family favorite that brings back memories every … Read more

This veggie pizza features a crisp crescent roll crust brushed with a creamy ranch-flavored spread and layered with crunchy, colorful vegetables. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing appetizer that travels well to parties and holiday gatherings. When hosting, I like to offer a mix of hot and cold dishes. This veggie pizza pairs nicely with other appetizers—both … Read more

This Blackberry Gin Spritz is a vibrant, refreshing, and juicy cocktail that shines in our Summer of Spritz series. Bright fresh blackberries combine with lemon juice and a touch of honey, while ginger liqueur and gin add warmth and botanical depth. Finish with prosecco for lively bubbles and garnish with extra berries and mint for … Read more

Chocolate Strawberry Pie is an elegant, no-bake dessert that’s perfect for special occasions or when you want an impressive treat with minimal effort. A hidden spoonful of strawberry preserves sits beneath a lightly sweetened cream cheese and goat cheese filling. The pies are finished with fresh sliced strawberries, a drizzle of melted milk chocolate, and … Read more