Triple-Berry Star No-Bake Cheesecake Tart (Video)

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Hello! Tell me something new. I can’t believe it’s already mid-June — July is nearly here. Time is flying, and I could use a little slow-down. That’s where this no-bake cheesecake triple berry star tart comes in: festive, bright and perfect for summer gatherings as the 4th of July approaches. This tart channels fireworks vibes … Read more

Cinnamon Sugar Apple Puff Pastry Twists for Quick Baking

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Hello! I have the easiest dessert for you today: a crisp cinnamon sugar apple puff pastry that comes together in minutes and tastes like a miniature apple pie. Coated in plenty of cinnamon sugar, this pastry hits every comfort-food note: warm apples, buttery, flaky pastry and that irresistible crunchy sugar crust. It’s perfect for holiday … Read more

Baked Red Velvet Doughnuts Recipe: Moist, Cream Cheese Glaze

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I swore that I wouldn’t do this. I didn’t want to buy a doughnut pan. I didn’t want to bake doughnuts. I especially didn’t want to bake doughnuts and post them on my blog. I really didn’t want to give in to the doughnut pan trend. I didn’t want to do something I didn’t want … Read more

Cranberry Orange Cream Cheese Danish Recipe for Holiday Brunch

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This cranberry orange cheese danish is simple to make yet tastes like a pastry from your favorite bakery. Flaky, buttery puff pastry, an easy cranberry jam, a bright citrus cream cheese filling, and an orange glaze make it irresistible—perfect for holiday mornings. A standout holiday breakfast (or brunch or dessert). This cranberry orange cheese danish … Read more

Sparkling Strawberry Gin Lemonade Recipes for Summer Sips

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This is how to bring sunshine and style to your summer drinks. I’ve been swimming in strawberries lately, and I promise I’m almost done. There might be one more recipe tomorrow, but after that I’ll give my favorite berry a little break. There’s something about perfectly ripe strawberries that never gets old — even when … Read more

Vanilla Ricotta Banana Toast with Crunchy Pistachios

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Now this is my kind of breakfast. Texture. Flavor. A touch of health. A little green from the pistachios makes it feel balanced, even after I polished off a giant wedge of cake this weekend. Would you call this breakfast, lunch, or a snack? When I loosely plan meals for the week — and I … Read more

12 Essential Kitchen Tools Every Home Cook Needs

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These are my favorite kitchen items I truly can’t live without. Each one makes cooking easier, faster, or more enjoyable. Add them to your list!

Here are the tools and gadgets I reach for most in the kitchen.

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I love sharing lists like this because I’m always curious about YOUR favorites too.

I’ve been meaning to share my top kitchen picks and was inspired after seeing someone else’s roundup recently. I enjoy seeing the items that change people’s routines and make cooking simpler. I’m all about easy and efficient tools.

You’ll likely recognize many of these items from my photos or from previous favorites roundups on my site.

Years ago I published a full kitchen essentials guide—everything I recommend after many years of cooking. I still stand by that list, but this piece is a focused look at what I use daily or almost daily.

These are the kitchen items I can’t live without—tools that truly make a difference when moving around the kitchen and getting work done.

Tell me yours in the comments!

12 Best Kitchen Tools I Can’t Live Without

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What to Eat This Week (Dec 3–9, 2022): Weekly Meal Ideas

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Cozy season is in full swing, and my kitchen is full of soups, hearty mains, and bright salads perfect for cooler days. These are the dishes I’m cooking this week — simple, comforting, and easy to prepare ahead when life is busy. Whether you want make-ahead dinners, slow cooker options, or fresh salads to balance … Read more

Pumpkin Focaccia Recipe: Crispy Edges and Soft, Fluffy Center

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This pumpkin focaccia is making all my bread dreams come true. It’s fluffy and cloud-like with crisp, golden edges. Studded with salty pepitas and finished with grated Parmesan, this focaccia disappears fast. Dip it in soup. Slather it with butter. Eat it straight from the pan—it’s pure perfection. Over the past two years I’ve fallen … Read more