Cinnamon Swirl Apple Pie

by Rosemary Stelmach | June 19, 2026June 19, 2026

Imagine unveiling this beauty at your next family gathering. You really can make this Cinnamon Swirl Apple Pie at home. Totally worth the effort.

Basil, Blackberry & Grilled Chicken Salad

If you’re looking for a light refreshing salad, this Basil, Blackberry & Grilled Chicken Salad has your name all over it. And if you have some leftover grilled chicken hangin’ out in the fridge, it’s also super quick & easy. Gotta love that.

soups

Tortellini Soup with Chicken & Spinach

Even during the warm summer months, this Tortellini Soup with Chicken & Spinach is on my family’s list of favorites. It’s a hearty one, for sure. The moment you add the tortellini, this soup becomes substantial enough to be considered a meal in a bowl. Simply add a green salad and you’re all set.

poultry

Chicken Thighs with Barbecue Beans

Does your family love authentic baked beans? I highly recommend giving these Chicken Thighs with Barbecue Beans a try. What we have here is an awesome alternative to baking those beans. No need to heat up your oven. This deliciousness happens on your stovetop. With just one pan.

dessert

Tres Leches Cake with Berries

One taste of this Tres Leches Cake with Berries and you’ll swear you just had the best strawberry shortcake ever. But it’s not shortcake. It’s actually a sponge cake.

salads & dressings

Classic French Dijon Vinaigrette

There are countless recipes out there for basic French salad dressing. This Classic French Dijon Vinaigrette takes it to the best level. Turns a bowl of fresh greens into an explosion of flavor.

condiments dips & spreads

Roasted Peppers with Long Hots

Heat alert! These Roasted Peppers with Long Hots hold lots of spicy heat. Along with lots of deliciousness. Not to worry. You can make them your way by adjusting the number of long hots you use.

pasta

Heirloom Tomato Gratin Lasagna

Heirloom Tomato Gratin Lasagna is a fresh summery version of that all-time favorite – lasagna. A great excuse to use up those heirloom tomatoes.

snack

Roasted Mixed Nuts with Rosemary

Here’s one of my favorite go-to recipes. These Roasted Mixed Nuts with Rosemary work so well as a compliment to a cheese tray or stuffed into an attractive glass jar as a hostess gift.

snacks

Sweet & Savory Roasted Pecans

Are you in search of a recipe for roasted pecans that can be tossed in salads, served with some cheese & fruit or just enjoyed all on their own? You don’t want them to be too sweet or to have a sticky coating. Definitely not too spicy. These Sweet & Savory Roasted Pecans are for

main dishes

25 Warm & Hearty Winter Stews

If you’re looking for a stick-to-your-ribs kind of cozy meal, we have some awesome suggestions for you. Any one of these delicious Warm & Hearty Winter Stews will work. Not just for a chilly winter evening but whenever you may need a comforting hug in a bowl.

soup

Chicken Escarole Soup with Egg & Pasta

This Chicken Escarole Soup with Egg & Pasta is my own hearty version of Italian egg drop soup. Stracciatella alla romana is the egg drop soup of Italian cooking. It typically starts with a rich chicken broth, into which a beaten mixture of whole eggs and grated Parmigiano-Reggiano is streamed in to form tiny, light, and