Flourless 5-Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies – a simple, gluten-free cookie made with just a few pantry staples. Perfect when you want peanut butter and chocolate without fuss. 5-Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies These cookies came together in minutes when I needed a last-minute contribution for a friend’s dinner. They use creamy peanut … Read more

This apple pull-apart bread is a comforting, irresistible option for breakfast or brunch during the cooler months. Layers of cinnamon-sugar coated dough and tender apple filling bake into a gooey, pull-apart loaf that’s perfect for sharing. Our family loves weekend treats like monkey bread muffins or cinnamon-sugar pull-apart bread. This apple version uses a quick-rise … Read more

Learn how to make the best peach jam without adding commercial pectin with this simple three-ingredient recipe. By macerating the fruit and boiling to the jam setting point, you’ll achieve a thick, spreadable homemade peach jam that captures peak-season flavor. Peach season is short in many places, so making jam is an excellent way to … Read more

This creamy vegan pumpkin caramel tart rivals traditional pumpkin pie. A simple granola crust, a silky cashew-pumpkin filling, a dark chocolate layer and a housemade coconut caramel make this dessert a winter favorite. I still remember the first time I tasted this tart—instantly addictive. Even though it’s vegan, the texture and flavor are rich and … Read more

Learning how to make Grilled Vadouvan Curry Shrimp on the Big Green Egg transforms ordinary weeknight seafood into something special. Vadouvan is an Indo-French curry blend that emphasizes toasted shallots and garlic, giving a mellow, aromatic heat that becomes even more compelling when combined with the smoke from lump charcoal. This recipe demonstrates how simple … Read more

Gluten Free Lemon Bars are a classic summer dessert—perfect for potlucks and barbecues. A tender almond shortbread crust, topped with a thick, silky lemon custard and finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, these bars are bright, tart, and satisfyingly buttery. Recipe Ingredients Notes Gluten Free Flour: For the shortbread crust use a reliable gluten-free … Read more

When you’re chasing the perfect smoked BBQ pork belly, pre-made rubs sometimes fall short. On this episode of Dad Got This, I went into the lab and developed my own signature blend — Dad Rub 1.2 — specifically to create deep bark, balanced sweetness, and an unmistakable smoky depth. Kamado Joe BBQ Smoked Pork Belly … Read more

Sweet and savory honey garlic chicken is a fast, flavorful dinner that the whole family will enjoy. With the Instant Pot this dish is ready in about 30 minutes, making it one of the best one-pot weeknight meals you’ll return to again and again. Honey garlic chicken and rice is one of my favorite Instant … Read more

Now that I’ve given my blog a fresh start, it feels like the perfect moment to reintroduce myself and explain why I adore baking. As a child I remember family birthday gatherings overflowing with food and beautiful, delicious cakes—most often made by one of my grandmothers. I grew up with two remarkable grandmothers, each with … Read more

With restaurants closed and dining out limited, I found myself firing up the grill earlier than usual this season. Grilling burgers on the deck suddenly feels like an outing, and with Memorial Day approaching I wanted a fresh, easy recipe to share. After a trip to the meat counter I reconsidered plans for pricey steaks … Read more