With a pecan cookie crust and a rich, creamy filling, our no-bake Key lime pie with cream cheese makes a big splash at parties and events. The state pie of Florida is a delicious, citrusy, cool custard dessert that is unmistakably Key West on a plate. Classic Key lime pie has a cooked custard filling … Read more
Everybody loves the fluffiness and moistness of a ricotta almond cake! The best news is that this recipe requires only 20 minutes of prep time. We love this almond and ricotta cake so much that we included it in a round-up of our 36 favorite ricotta recipes. The addition of ricotta cheese makes the flavor … Read more
Light, sweet and perfectly airy, this easy homemade vanilla frosting recipe makes a delicious topping for cakes, cupcakes, desserts and sweet breads. If you love to bake, learning how to make vanilla frosting is a delicious way to make homemade confections even more decadent. Our recipe for homemade vanilla frosting is easy and approachable, so … Read more
Lemon lovers, rejoice: Four-ingredient lemon dump cake with cream cheese is one of the easiest desserts you’ll ever make. You don’t even need a mixing bowl to pull it off! Dump cake is one of the easiest desserts to make. The four-ingredient cake gets its name because the components are literally “dumped” into a baking … Read more
This guide explains how to grow cucumbers, including how to grow cucumbers from seed, when to plant and a trick to produce cukes with no bitterness. Cucumbers can be one of the most rewarding vegetables you grow in your garden. They grow quickly and just a few plants can give you an abundance of cucumbers … Read more
When breakfast is over, here’s how to get the lingering bacon smell out of your house. Bacon is delicious. Whether enjoyed with eggs for breakfast or on top of a cheeseburger at lunch, it’s hard to run out of ways to eat bacon. However, after you’ve made your bacon and appreciated that fragrant aroma, you’re … Read more
You know the drill: You get ready to chop potatoes for dinner and notice some unwelcome “eyes.” Immediately, you wonder, Are sprouted potatoes safe to eat? We’ve all been there: You see a giant bag of potatoes on sale at the grocery store and jump on it. You can always whip up quick potato recipes, … Read more
Can you microwave paper plates? We take a look at whether these kitchen staples are microwave-safe. Keeping things clean is tough at a party or potluck. Think about your last backyard barbecue or birthday party; dirty dishes end up stacked high and haphazardly and silverware gets scattered everywhere. Sound familiar? Now is not the time … Read more
Thai iced tea is a creamy drink with a distinct flavor, loved by many around the world. It’s the perfect beverage to balance rich or spicy foods. Thai iced tea is a must when enjoying a spicy dish like Spicy Thai Coconut Chicken Soup or Thai Chicken Curry. It’s commonly served in Thai restaurants, but … Read more
Cue the ice cream truck melody! These orange creamsicle bars have nostalgic flavor in an easy, no-bake dessert. Everyone has a favorite treat from the neighborhood ice cream truck, whether it’s a frosty snow cone or a strawberry shortcake bar. One of my all-time favorites is the creamsicle, so I wanted to capture the beloved … Read more