A seasonal produce guide for November with practical tips on choosing, storing, and preparing each ingredient. Includes recipe ideas for all eight featured items. Welcome to November, the official month of cozy meals and holiday planning. With Thanksgiving approaching, it’s a great time to enjoy the hearty, flavorful produce of late autumn before the big … Read more

Delicious, soft sugar cookies finished with a smooth buttercream frosting—these classic Lofthouse cookies are bright, tender, and perfect for any occasion. Use the traditional pale pink frosting or switch colors and sprinkles to create festive cookies for holidays and parties. A favorite classic cookie You’ll often find Lofthouse cookies in grocery store bakeries and classroom … Read more

This Cottage Cheese Buffalo Chicken Bowl is a high-protein, spicy, and creamy twist on classic buffalo chicken dip. Ready in minutes, it’s the perfect easy meal or game day favorite without the guilt! COTTAGE CHEESE BUFFALO CHICKEN BOWL This Cottage Cheese Buffalo Chicken Bowl is spicy, cheesy, and protein-packed — much better than it sounds. … Read more

Grilling your guacamole ingredients is a total GAME CHANGER! Don’t put the finished guacamole on the grill — just grill the ingredients that go into it. Avocados, onion, tomatoes, jalapeños and any other vegetables you like develop an amazing smoky depth when lightly charred. This grilled guacamole works perfectly as a party dip with tortilla … Read more

Tonight’s dinner was a great way to use up a few ingredients I had on hand. With mushrooms, shredded mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil, I made a flavorful stuffing for boneless, skinless chicken breasts. I served the stuffed chicken with pasta, oven-roasted asparagus and a baby arugula salad for a balanced and satisfying meal. … Read more

A flavorful mushroom rice that’s ready in about 30 minutes. Tender, well-browned mushrooms are seasoned with thyme and black pepper, then cooked with long-grain rice in vegetable stock so every grain soaks up savory umami. I enjoy exploring rice recipes, so when mushrooms and rice come together in one pot it’s a favorite at home. … Read more

Another skillet cookie, you say? You might sigh, but this Chocolate Chip Skillet Brookie will win you over. A fudgy brownie layer topped with a golden chocolate chip cookie creates an irresistible dessert. Baked and served straight from the pan, it stays gooey in the center with crisp edges — the kind of skillet treat … Read more

My favorite part of the holidays is creating themed foods for the kids. It makes the season more exciting and gives us something fun to look forward to. Halloween, in particular, is perfect for playful treats—think mummy dogs, ghost bananas, and silly monster eyes that make mealtimes memorable. Mummy dogs have been a family tradition … Read more

This charming handmade butterfly pendant is an easy and rewarding jewelry project. With just a single length of wire and a few basic tools, you can create a delicate, wearable piece that’s perfect for gifting or keeping. The following instructions guide you step by step through forming a simple wire butterfly pendant, emphasizing neat shaping … Read more

These crispy sweet potato fries, served with three flavorful dipping sauces, deliver a satisfying crunch with every bite. Lightly dusted with coarse sea salt and finished with a starch coating before baking, they become a delicious side or snack that’s far from soggy. I adore a hot, golden fry. The idea of taking a humble … Read more