We tested, tasted, and compared nearly twenty gluten-free chocolate cake mixes to identify the best options worth buying. Below are our top picks — mixes that deliver real chocolate flavor, reliable texture, and dependable results so you can enjoy a great gluten-free cake every time. BOB’S RED MILL GLUTEN FREE CHOCOLATE CAKE MIXVelvety and dense … Read more

Serving Sunday brunch at home can be just as special as dining out. This roasted vegetable frittata is flavorful, simple to prepare, and makes an impressive centerpiece for any brunch—Easter, bridal showers, or a relaxed weekend with family. You can assemble it ahead of time (just don’t bake it) and slide it into the oven … Read more

If you love Bark Thins, you’ll adore this homemade version: dark chocolate almond with sea salt. It’s simple, quick, and yields about three times the amount of the store-bought bag for a fraction of the price. I’m a huge fan of sweet-and-salty treats—chocolate paired with nuts or pretzels is my weakness. If you enjoy chocolate … Read more

Peppermint mocha season is one of those holiday traditions I always welcome early. While coffee shops serve it year-round, there’s something special about the seasonal version—complete with crushed peppermint and festive sprinkles—that makes it feel celebratory. This year I decided to turn that familiar peppermint-mocha flavor into cupcakes. I used a mocha cupcake base that … Read more

Simple – great crust, rich chocolate flavor, and fresh whipped cream make this dessert unforgettable. The crust is buttery and crisp, providing the perfect contrast to the smooth, intense chocolate filling. Topped with lightly sweetened whipped cream, the result is a balanced, elegant dessert that’s easy to prepare and delightful to serve. For best results, … Read more

Baking powder and baking soda are two common leavening agents used in baking. Both help baked goods rise, but they are not interchangeable and serve different roles. Their chemical properties and reactions in recipes differ, so substituting one for the other can produce unexpected results. If you’ve ever tried to swap baking powder for baking … Read more

Do you own a business? Do you know that leadership and management are different? Although leadership and management are closely connected, they serve distinct purposes. As an entrepreneur, understanding how to balance both is essential to building a successful business. Leadership Leadership management Leadership is the ability to inspire others and guide them toward a … Read more

If you enjoy my minestrone soup, you’ll love this minestrone casserole. It transforms the same cozy, vegetable-packed flavors into a hearty, cheesy pasta bake — perfect for weeknight dinners. Why You’ll Be Obsessed! Familiar comfort: All the warm, comforting flavors of minestrone soup baked into a cheesy pasta casserole. Simple to prepare: Uses common pantry … Read more

Wine in cookies? Yes — and lemon and almond too. Best of all, these lemon almond wine cookies are easy to make and delightfully flavorful while remaining dairy-free, gluten-free, egg-free, and soy-free. For the holidays you can also transform them into thumbprint cookies. Thumbprint versions are lovely topped or filled with dairy-free lemon curd. The … Read more

Weekend Waffles What a weekend! My oldest sister, Alessandra, and my brother-in-law, Cassidy, came from San Francisco and we filled the days with activities. They timed their trip to coincide with the Chicago Air & Water Show, and yesterday we watched the Blue Angels carve through the Chicago skyline from one of the best rooftops … Read more