Raspberry Puree Loaded with fresh flavor, vitamins, and the prettiest color, raspberries are easy to turn into baby food. You can use this simple method to puree them for newer eaters—or keep making it to add flavor to other foods like yogurt. The method for this is super simple, but it does rely entirely on the flavor of the berries. Be sure to taste one before you make the puree to make sure it has a pleasant flavor and isn’t too tart....

If you love German recipes like this, be sure to also try our German Apple Cake with Streusel and Apple Strudel! Every summer, we find ourselves with loads of plums from our neighbors who have a plum tree that produces like crazy. They are always sharing with anybody who is willing to take plums off their hands, and I happily oblige. Typically we eat them out of hand as fast as we can, but I will often make a galette or cobbler with them too....

We love all things gingerbread! Some of our other gingerbread recipes are How to Make a Gingerbread House, Soft & Chewy Molasses Cookies, and Soft & Chewy Gingerbread Men Cookies! I’m starting a new thing I’m calling “Reader Requests.” For the past few weeks, I’ve had a survey up on some of my most popular blog posts and have been collecting feedback from visitors to my site. One of the questions where I asked readers if they had any specific recipes they would like to see on the blog has been eye-opening for me and inspired me to start this new series....

We enjoy using “the other white meat” in our menu planning to add delicious variety. Some of our other favorite pork recipes are Perfect Grilled Pork Chops with Sweet BBQ Pork Rub and Slow Cooker Cuban Mojo Pork. Our family loves Thai food. We visited Thailand a couple of years ago when the girls were really little and we talk about that trip a lot as a family. Maybe that has something to do with it, but it’s the one cuisine that all of us love and tend to agree on when eating out....

I raid my fridge for whatever colorful veggies I’ve got, whip up a quick sauce from pantry staples, and then it’s wok time! In less than 25 minutes, I’ve got a healthy, delicious dinner on the table that’s sure to please everyone. Trust me, this recipe is a game-changer for those busy evenings! Busy weeknights are demanding, and there is always the question of what to cook that is tasty, yet nutritious and healthy for the whole family....

We are a donut-loving family and you simply can’t go wrong with a classic soft & fluffy glazed donut. I’ll take fresh homemade donuts over Krispy Kreme or grocery store donuts any day of the week. Making homemade donuts can be a bit of a project, but not much more than making a batch of cinnamon rolls. And the crisp-on-the-outside soft & fluffy-on-the-inside donuts are oh so worth it. With simple ingredients and a few tips for success, you’ll be able to make perfect donuts every time!...

If you love classic comfort food like these homemade Polish dumplings, be sure to try our Best Ground Beef Stroganoff Recipe, Chicken Noodle & Dumpling Soup, and Chicken Spaghetti Casserole! You will love this Homemade Pierogi I’m visiting the great state of Illinois on my trip around the U.S. in my American Eats series. It’s an ongoing project where I am making and sharing some of the favorite foods of each state, one state at a time!...

What do California, Nebraska, and Alaska all have in common? Each state contributed in some way to the rise of America’s most popular salad dressing. Ranch dressing was created in 1949 by a Nebraska native by the name of Steve Henson, who was living in Alaska. He and his wife later moved to California where he owned a dude ranch in Santa Barbara and called it “ranch style dressing” which he served to as a dip for vegetables and a topping for salads....

How to Can Peaches For about a decade, we lived in a house with a peach tree in the backyard. Every few years we’d get a bumper crop, so I learned how to freeze peaches and can them. This recipe for canning peaches in a simple honey syrup is, hands down, my favorite way to preserve peaches. It’s actually the only food I will go out of my way to can each summer—they’re that good....

In this recipe, I give my regular humble potatoes an exotic makeover. Try my Lebanese batata harra, and enjoy the tastes and flavors of the Middle East! I grew up eating potatoes in everything and anything. Mostly always spiced up, sometimes tempered just by themselves, sometimes mixed with other vegetables or meats. Curried, stewed, fried… you ask for it, it’s there! So when I came across these Lebanese spiced potatoes, I was all itching to try them....

I just season the beef perfectly, wrap it in soft tortillas, and load them up with all my favorite toppings. It’s one of those meals where everyone’s asking for more. And you know what makes it even better? I can have these on the table in about 20 minutes. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner! Seriously, I think I could eat these ground beef tacos every day. They’re that good....

Try my authentic Carne Asada, Baja Fish Tacos, Chorizo con Papas, and these Pork Carnitas for more amazing Mexican flavors! Carne Adovada is a New Mexican specialty that has been on my “must blog about” list for some time. It’s representing New Mexico in my American Eats series where I’m sharing some of the most famous recipes and dishes from each state, one state at a time! There is so much flavor packed into it that it’s best to serve it with some more simple side dishes like White Rice or Brown Rice, and some veggies on the side, or wrapped in soft tortillas with some chopped onions, cilantro, and queso fresco with a squeeze of lime, but that’s just my personal preference....

Double the Nutella love by drizzling this magic shell over a scoop of ice cream on top of Gooey Swirled Nutella Brownies for a brownie sundae that is out-of-this-world! If you have got a Nutella lover at your house, they are going to go crazy for this Nutella magic shell. It’s easy to make in just a few minutes and perfect over chocolate, vanilla, or strawberry ice cream. Add some finely chopped hazelnuts for crunch if you like, and you have a homemade dessert that will impress guests and feels much more special than a plain old bowl of ice cream....

This pizza is out of this world! Topped with pesto, charred leeks and charred corn, dollops of melty vegan mozzarella, and crispy coconut bacon (aka the pizza’s raison d’être). All over a pillowy pizza dough, baked up to hot, chewy perfection. It’s the kind of pizza you’ll want to eat for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. If only because a couple of slices at one meal just isn’t enough! It’s perfect for the transitioning seasons, making the most of seasonal produce....

I’m slightly obsessed with macarons but I die a little at the cost of each one at most bakeries. So I prefer to make them at home! Be sure not to miss my Chocolate Macarons, Lemon Macarons, Peppermint Macarons, or Raspberry Macarons. What flavor should I make next?! Pistachio Macarons I always feel like I’m going rogue when I post about macarons because the honest truth is that I don’t weigh my macaron ingredients before making them....

The best part? You can make it on the stovetop, or in a slow cooker or instant pot – whatever works best for you. And trust me, make a big batch because everyone will be asking for seconds, and maybe even thirds! It’s that good. Stew season is in full swing, friends. From familiar flavors like Coq au Vin and Meatball Stew, to ethnic specialties such as Latin Carne Guisada and Hungarian Goulash, my dutch oven has been working overtime....

Protein Powder for Kids A very common question from parents is whether kids need protein powder and which one is the best. This post is meant to answer both of those questions, while offering reassurance and easy, budget-friendly ways to boost protein. There is so much cultural pressure to eat as much protein as possible, both for adults and for kids, and while it is an important nutrient to have in the mix, I think we (perhaps!...

Looking for more low-carb, healthy options? Some of our favorites are Pan Seared Scallops, Whole Roasted Mexican Chicken with Vegetables, Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas in 30 Minutes, and Crispy Cast Iron Skillet Chicken Thighs. Roasting veggies is one of our favorite ways to eat them – it draws out a bit of the natural sweetness in the peppers and tones down the power of the onions making them caramelized and delicious....

Easy Breakfast Burritos These easy burritos are so straightforward to make and are one of my favorite make-ahead breakfast options. I love that I can make a pile of them at once and store them in the fridge or freezer to warm up on future days. They are a wonderful parent breakfast, too. You can add more flavor with spices and dips; vary the beans according to what your family prefers; and use the type of tortilla you prefer, too....

Homemade Potato Bread There is nothing like a loaf of made-from-scratch, homemade bread! Store-bought bread cannot hold a candle to it. This potato bread recipe is makes a wonderful white bread that is perfect for having on hand to make your favorite sandwiches. If you have never tried potato bread, it has a wonderful texture and flavor thanks to the mashed potatoes that keep it extra light and fluffy. I’m notorious for making way too many mashed potatoes, so this recipe comes in handy for using up some of those leftovers so they don’t go to waste....