These Parmesan Garlic Knots are soft, chewy, and packed with savory flavor. Brushed with a garlic-herb butter and finished with grated Parmesan, they make a perfect appetizer with marinara or a satisfying side for pizza and pasta. Ingredients This recipe uses simple pantry staples you likely already have. Pizza dough: Homemade version uses flour, sugar, … Read more

Did you know you can quickly and easily make your own homemade sausage patties? No fancy ingredients needed — just a few simple tricks. They’re full of flavor and fun to make and eat! (Skip to recipe.) Sausages aren’t complicated. Compared with a hamburger patty or a meatball, sausages are more highly seasoned and traditionally … Read more

It’s been a while—so long that when I logged into WordPress there were seven updates waiting. How did that happen? The good news is I’m officially back in Southern California. I moved over the past week and I’m slowly turning a house into a home. I even had to make my first “grown-up” purchases: a … Read more

These Frosted Heart Sugar Cookies are soft, tender, and topped with a simple strawberry buttercream. They’re an ideal treat for Valentine’s Day or any time you want a sweet, pretty cookie. Table of Contents What Goes into this Recipe Variations How to make Heart Shaped Sugar Cookies How to make Strawberry Buttercream and Frost Sugar … Read more

On my Salt Lake City breakfast tour I’m focusing mainly on newer spots, but there are a few places I’ve visited before that still feel fresh to the valley and deserve a mention. One of those is Beaumont. I recently grabbed a breakfast burrito there and knew it had to be included on the list. … Read more

Getting a good sear, or browning, on meat does more than add flavor—it also improves texture. The secret behind that desirable crust is the Maillard Reaction, a heat-driven chemical process that transforms taste and appearance. Let’s explore how it works and how to encourage it in your cooking. When we demonstrate techniques at events and … Read more

You’ll love this rich, creamy keto ice cream — and it’s fully compliant with the Keto Egg Fast. Use sugar-free syrups, extracts, or your preferred sweetener to customize the flavor. This simple homemade recipe works in any ice cream maker, including the Ninja Creami. Watch the full video: Keto Egg Fast Ice Cream in the … Read more

I still remember the first time I made this House Special Fried Rice for friends; it felt like a small celebration in my kitchen. Seared steak, tender chicken, and plump shrimp folded into browned rice and riced cauliflower create a comforting, layered dish I return to again and again. Toasted sesame oil and rice vinegar … Read more

A simple, reliable grilled cobia recipe you can make with common pantry ingredients. The fillets stay moist and flavorful while cooking quickly on the grill. Grilled Cobia While fish and grilling are classic summer pairings, cobia is delicious year-round when kept in the freezer. This recipe is one of my favorites for a straightforward, tasty … Read more

This Crispy Chicken Sandwich is simple to make with just a few ingredients. Boneless chicken breasts are pan-fried until golden and crunchy, producing a sandwich that’s juicy inside and satisfyingly crisp outside — no deep fryer required. Homemade fried chicken sandwiches keep their crunch longer than fast-food versions, so making them at home delivers the … Read more