Crispy, double-fried Korean popcorn chicken glazed in a sticky, sweet, and spicy sauce is an irresistible fried chicken recipe you can easily make at home. This version keeps the chicken crunchy for hours and pairs beautifully with chewy Korean rice cakes (tteok) for added texture and comfort.
Green Eggs and Ham Pretzels Recipe for St. Patrick’s Day
Green Eggs and Ham Pretzels – A playful twist on the classic Dr. Seuss favorite. These bite-sized treats are perfect for St. Patrick’s Day, Dr. Seuss’ birthday celebrations, preschool parties, or an easy after-school snack. Made with pretzels, white candy melts, and green or yellow M&Ms, they are simple to prepare and a guaranteed hit … Read more
Baked Meatball Stuffed Shells in Spicy Tomato Sauce
Take a dish of boring spaghetti and meatballs up a notch. Why not try making meatball-stuffed pasta shells instead? Smother with a spicy tomato sauce, cover with cheese and you’ll have a meal that will make the whole family come back for seconds. Jumbo pasta shells stuffed with meatballs Move over spaghetti and meatballs! The … Read more
The Food Hussy on Working with Brands: Tips for Food Bloggers
If you were at the 2018 International Food Bloggers Conference, you may remember the five-minute, high-energy Lightning Talk delivered by food blogger The Food Hussy (Heather Johnson). Her blend of wit and practical advice left the audience wanting more, so I followed up with an interview to capture her best tips for bloggers and brands. … Read more
Comforting Lentil and Vegetable Soup Recipe
This comforting lentil vegetable soup is a hearty, nutritious bowl perfect any time of year. Packed with tender lentils, vibrant vegetables and warming spices, it delivers big flavor while remaining simple to prepare. The combination of protein-rich lentils and simmered vegetables creates a satisfying texture and a rich, savory broth that warms the body and … Read more
Skier’s Breakfast Burrito at Beaumont Bakery
On my Salt Lake City breakfast tour I’m focusing mainly on newer spots in the valley, but there are a few places I’ve visited before that still feel fresh and worthy of a mention. Beaumont is one of those. I picked up a breakfast burrito there recently and it reminded me why this café earns … Read more
Rum and Molasses Glazed Pork Steaks Recipe
These Molasses and Rum Glazed Pork Steaks with Savory Apple Butter were a total delight and the butter mixed with apples that tops them is worth its weight in gold! My feelings about pork have shifted a lot recently, and these Molasses and Rum Glazed Pork Steaks are part of the reason. For years I … Read more
Crispy Oven-Baked Bacon: Perfectly Roasted Every Time
Cooking bacon in the oven delivers evenly cooked, crispy strips with far less splatter and mess than pan-frying. Whether you prefer thick-cut, regular, extra-crispy, or turkey bacon, baking it on a rimmed sheet pan is an easy, hands-off method that reliably produces excellent results for small or large batches. ✔️ Oven Baked Bacon I first … Read more
Is Caramel Color Gluten-Free? Ingredients and Label Guide
Is caramel color gluten-free? Yes—caramel color itself is generally gluten-free. It is a plant-based food coloring made by heating sugars or other carbohydrates until they darken, and in North America manufacturers most commonly use corn-based ingredients. However, labeling and production differences mean people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity should still check product labels and … Read more
Baked Eggplant Roll-Ups Video Recipe
These baked eggplant rollups are a light, flavorful appetizer that comes from a family recipe passed down from my Ukrainian aunt. Thin slices of roasted eggplant are filled with a seasoned vegetable sauté and finished with a garlicky mayonnaise for a golden, savory top. They are a perfect summer snack or an elegant starter for … Read more