Recently I realized email is the most reliable way to keep readers up to date with A Duck’s Oven. Social platforms are increasingly pay-to-play — Facebook limits organic reach unless you boost posts, Twitter limits your message length, and Instagram makes it harder for people to click through to your blog. Email gives you control … Read more

Homemade nut butter is simple to make and often far more economical than specialty flavored jars from the store. True natural nut butter needs only nuts; with a few tips you can make small-batch, gourmet-style nut butter at home tailored to your taste. Peanut butter is my go-to: a dip for apples and carrots, a … Read more

These Pulled Pork Pierogi are a delicious Polish-American mashup that combines smoky BBQ and traditional pierogi dough into one memorable dish. Using an old family dough recipe passed down through my wife’s side, this version pairs tender pulled pork with buttery, pan-seared pierogi. Whether you’re using leftover pulled pork from a weekend cook or smoking … Read more

These Sheet Pan Pancakes are an easy, hands-off way to make pancakes for a crowd. Baked in about 15–18 minutes, they come out soft and fluffy and can be customized with any toppings you like—no flipping required. Want more breakfast ideas? Try my French Toast Casserole or Buttermilk Waffles for other make-ahead or quick-morning options. … Read more

See how easy it is to make Moroccan mint tea. Made bright and aromatic with fresh mint leaves, this is the version served at the Baccarat Hotel New York. Moroccan Mint Tea at the Baccarat Hotel New York At the Baccarat Hotel’s Turkish Tea for Two service, the final course arrives with their take on … Read more

Peanut butter and Oreos combine in this easy no-bake pie that layers creamy peanut butter, chocolate pudding, whipped topping, and a crunchy cookie crust. The No-Bake Oreo Peanut Butter Pie delivers rich chocolate, nutty peanut butter, and cookie crunch in every bite. It’s also adaptable — you can make it dairy-free, gluten-free, or nut-free with … Read more

Bursting with juicy peaches and finished with a crunchy almond–oat streusel, these Almond Streusel Peach Muffins strike a lovely balance of sweet and nutty. Portable and satisfying, they make a great breakfast or an afternoon snack on the go. I’m a big fan of portable snacks—protein bars, trail mix, dried fruit—and I love keeping a … Read more

St. Louis BBQ pork steaks, a regional specialty doused in barbecue sauce and slowly cooked until tender. St. Louis BBQ Pork Steaks I’ve moved around a lot since college, mostly within the Midwest. Every place has its own local specialties, and when we relocated to St. Louis fifteen years ago I discovered foods I hadn’t … Read more

Servings: 4 servings Pescado A La Diabla If you love spicy food, this Pescado a la Diabla delivers. It uses the bold, smoky sauce from the classic Camarones a la Diabla but pairs it with tender, flaky white fish for a vivid, satisfying main course. Prep: 15 minutes mins Cook: 30 minutes mins Total: 45 … Read more

This fruit salad is creamy from the Cool Whip and instant pudding. Made with pineapple tidbits, mandarin oranges, and fruit cocktail, it comes together in about five minutes and chills quickly for a refreshing side or light dessert. Cool and refreshing on a hot day, this simple recipe is easy to prepare and enjoyable for … Read more