If you had to pick one fresh herb to cook with for the rest of your life, basil would be a strong contender. Its aroma instantly evokes summer and it’s incredibly versatile. Basil brightens salads like Tomato, Mozzarella and Basil Salad, enriches spreads such as Roasted Red Pepper Basil Mayonnaise, and even lends itself to … Read more

The images above capture moments from a past AGFL Talks event, showcasing speakers, attendees and the atmosphere that made the gathering memorable. AGFL Talks brings together experts, chefs, and food enthusiasts to exchange ideas, present recipes and explore culinary trends and sustainability in food. The photos reflect a balance of presentation, discussion and hands-on demonstrations … Read more

Summer may be winding down, but that doesn’t mean you can’t keep the flavors of the season alive. These s’mores brownies layer a buttery graham cracker crust with rich, fudgy brownies and finish with a cloud-like marshmallow meringue that toasts just like a campfire marshmallow—no firepit required. S’mores Brownies Topped with Marshmallow Meringue This recipe … Read more

Cooking and baking often trip up home cooks because measurements and conversions can feel confusing. Whether you’re dealing with teaspoons, tablespoons, cups, pints or quarts, knowing a few basic rules and techniques makes working with ingredients far easier. Below are practical tips to help you convert and measure accurately so your recipes turn out as … Read more

Parle G Biscuit Cake is an eggless, one-bowl cake made with Parle G biscuits. It’s simple, affordable, and quick to prepare—perfect for a tea-time treat or a small celebration. For other cake ideas, try the Bacardy Rum Cake, Gingerbread Mug Cake, or Chocolate Lava Mug Cake. About Parle G Biscuit Cake This eggless Parle G … Read more

My inbox was out of control. Even with an assistant helping, I regularly received thousands of messages every day. Containing them, keeping up with them, and truly managing them felt nearly impossible. I discovered a few Gmail tricks by accident, then intentionally hunted for more. That journey led me to the set of practical habits … Read more

These delightful sour cream coffee cake mini muffins are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Simple to make and full of cinnamon flavor with a buttery crumb topping and a light vanilla glaze, they disappear fast. What Is Coffee Cake? Coffee cake is a cinnamon-flavored cake finished with a buttery streusel and often a simple … Read more

This simple winter Caprese features roasted cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and fragrant thyme sprigs for a bright, cozy salad that works as a side or an easy appetizer to share. When ripe summer tomatoes are nowhere to be found, roasting small tomatoes concentrates their sweetness and gives you that Caprese feeling even in the cold … Read more

This is a perfect Eye of Round Roast: a lean cut cooked slow and steady for a tender, juicy center and a nicely browned exterior. Ready in under an hour. Table of Contents Melt in your mouth Eye Round Roast The Cut: What Is Eye of Round Roast? Beef Eye of Round Roast Ingredients How … Read more

I grew up eating peel-and-eat shrimp with punchy cocktail sauce, coconut shrimp, and fried shrimp—really any shrimp dish you can imagine. You could say I’m a seasoned shrimp lover. While brainstorming new shrimp ideas I came across Ina Garten’s shrimp salad. Shrimp salad was unfamiliar to me; somehow I’d missed that trend. I decided to … Read more