Happy Friday, friends! Are you looking forward to the weekend? I’ve been busy planning two get-togethers: a Super Bowl party and a Valentine’s Day gathering next Saturday. Do you enjoy planning parties? It can be hectic and a little stressful, but it’s always rewarding to share time with family and friends. With all the party … Read more

This creamy avocado soup is simple, flavorful and satisfying. Made with ripe avocados, cream, cumin and fresh cilantro, this Colombian Crema de Aguacate (Creamy Avocado Soup) is easy to prepare with minimal ingredients and offers a bright, delicate avocado flavor. Traditionally prepared with chicken stock, you can easily swap in vegetable stock for a vegetarian … Read more

Weight Watchers Recipe of the Day: Simple Irish Soda Bread I love Irish soda bread and keep searching for a reliably simple recipe. After my first trip to Ireland — where I ate it whenever I could — I was hooked. Is Irish Soda Bread Really Irish? Irish soda bread is firmly rooted in Ireland’s … Read more

Click here for this week’s contribution to Parade’s Community Table ~ 30 Healthy and Delicious Recipes for Chicken Breasts, Thighs, Drumsticks, and Wings We all fall into a dinner rut sometimes — repeating the same few meals week after week. To help break that cycle, I’ve compiled a variety of chicken recipes that are both … Read more

Try this chicken bratwurst recipe for a lighter spin on classic beer brats. These homemade sausages blend ground chicken thighs with pork shoulder for a good balance of flavor and juiciness. After browning, the links finish by simmering in a buttery beer bath with onions and garlic. Serve with mustard, sauerkraut, or caramelized onions for … Read more

Are you looking for family dinner ideas your kids won’t complain about? This creamy chicken taco soup is a favorite at our house. The slow cooker does most of the work: add the ingredients, cook until the chicken is tender, shred the meat, then stir in cheese and cream. Serve with tortilla chips, avocado, cilantro, … Read more

These roasted carrots are served over a bed of farro and finished with a bright lemon-yogurt sauce and crunchy roasted chickpeas. They make an easy, flavorful side for any meal. Full disclosure: this recipe is an improved riff on a roasted-carrot dish I shared last year. What’s new here is the addition of farro and … Read more

Week 13 Summary Notes for this week Meatballs appear twice this week. Consider making a larger batch on the weekend: use about 2 lb. fresh for this week and freeze the remainder for later meals. Prepare the Cucumber Salad ahead on Day 4 so it has time to chill before serving. The Easy Slow Cooker … Read more

Looking for alternatives to shopping? Here are 100 enjoyable, practical ideas that save money, reduce clutter, and deliver the same satisfying feeling without bringing more stuff into your home. We’ve all been there: a quick trip to the store turns into a cart full of impulse buys, or a late-night scroll results in a purchase … Read more