Slow Cooker Creamy Tomato Soup is an easy, comforting homemade tomato soup you can make right in your crockpot. It delivers a rich, creamy tomato flavor that’s perfect for weeknights or a cozy meal at home. Tomato Soup: Soup nights are always a hit at my house, and tomato soup is a family favorite. It … Read more
The Produce Moms Podcast Episode 12 Organic Fruit Orchards, Washington Tree Fruit and Stone Fruit with Kaci Komstadius of Sage Fruit “At Sage Fruit, our primary focus is on apples, pears, cherries, apricots, peaches, and nectarines” In episode 12, Lori Taylor speaks with Kaci Komstadius of Sage Fruit about the world of fresh tree fruit. … Read more
These are the best Chocolate Espresso Cupcakes: a rich, moist chocolate cake finished with silky espresso buttercream and an optional salted caramel drizzle for a truly indulgent bite. *This recipe and images were updated on 5/8/2025. What Makes these Chocolate Espresso Cupcakes the Best? Delicious flavor pairing. Chocolate, coffee, and caramel balance each other perfectly … Read more
These soft pumpkin cookies are tender, butter-based cookies made with pumpkin puree and warm spices, finished with a silky vanilla cream cheese frosting. As leaves shift from green to orange and red, it’s officially pumpkin season — and these cookies are a delicious way to celebrate autumn. Soft and moist, these pumpkin cookies are made … Read more
Do you remember the movie She’s All That? Enjoy the wholesome flavors of baked falafels with cucumber—a nutritious, lighter take on the classic Middle Eastern favorite. These baked falafels combine savory chickpeas with bright cucumber-yogurt sauce for a refreshing, satisfying bite. When I first saw the movie it was in a theater. I was 16 … Read more
Good morning! I hope you enjoyed the long weekend. Today we’re making a creamy almond-cashew butter with a caffeinated twist: whole espresso beans. This homemade nut butter blends the rich, toasty flavors of roasted nuts with the fragrant, slightly bitter note of espresso. It’s indulgent, versatile, and simple to prepare. If you love nut butter … Read more
Frozen dinner rolls make it easy to enjoy fresh, hot bread any night. This homemade Rhodes-style roll method comes together quickly and stores for months in the freezer. These rolls often taste even better than the store-bought frozen varieties. Recently I was swamped preparing to be the camp cook for our church’s girls camp. I … Read more
Next time you want a mayo-free twist on coleslaw, try this light carrot and celeriac salad. Simple, quick and bright, it’s dressed with mustard, oil and vinegar for a refreshing side all year round. Celeriac is one of my favourite root vegetables. Besides roasting and adding it to soups, it makes an excellent slaw. This … Read more
This Grilled Corn Avocado Salad with a bright lime dressing is irresistible — the ideal barbecue side for summer. It balances charred corn, creamy avocado and tangy feta for a dish that’s fresh, colorful and ready in minutes. Need a side that wows? This salad is simple to assemble, stores well and gets more flavorful … Read more
You’re probably asking yourself, “What is a Vortex?” — and that’s fair. Until recently I hadn’t encountered one either, but I’m glad I did. The Vortex is a simple, cone-shaped steel accessory that adds significant versatility to a charcoal kettle grill by directing and concentrating heat from the charcoal. VORTEX (IN)DIRECT HEAT for Charcoal Grills … Read more