Corn is the top crop grown in the United States, so there’s a good chance something you ate or drank today contained a corn-based ingredient. This versatile plant can be considered a fruit, a vegetable, and a grain depending on how it’s classified. Below we explain how corn meets each of these definitions and when … Read more

We’re in the heart of the holiday season, but I’ll be honest—I haven’t quite caught the festive bug this year. There’s a lot happening in the world, and the usual holiday cheer hasn’t fully arrived for me. That said, I still plan to bring warmth and comfort to the season through food. Cooking has a … Read more

Churro waffles are light and fluffy and finished with a warm cinnamon-sugar coating — the best blend of breakfast and dessert. The Best Churro Waffle Recipe Churros are traditionally fried dough rolled in cinnamon and sugar. This version turns that dessert into a breakfast favorite by using a fluffy buttermilk waffle batter that’s finished with … Read more

These sweet potato and black bean enchiladas are a crowd-pleasing vegetarian dinner. Roasted sweet potato cubes and black beans are brightened with lime, rolled in tortillas, and finished with enchilada sauce and melted Colby Jack. Serve with avocado, lime wedges, and sour cream for a satisfying meal. Smoky, slightly sweet roasted sweet potatoes combined with … Read more

Crusty on the outside and soft and chewy inside, these homemade crusty Portuguese rolls are ideal for sandwiches. They’re also perfect for dunking into soup or stew, or serving as dinner rolls. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Ask most South Africans to name their favourite bread roll and you’ll often hear … Read more

This ice cream sandwich cake is incredibly simple to make. Ice cream sandwiches are stacked, frosted with whipped topping, and finished with a drizzle of hot fudge. Originally shared in 2014, this post now includes a step-by-step video. You might also like our homemade It’s It ice cream sandwiches, our homemade rocky road ice cream … Read more

Learn how to bake the best vanilla cake from Amycakes Bakery using the reverse creaming method. This reverse creaming vanilla cake recipe is packed with vanilla flavor and is simple to make at home — it yields a tender, moist cake every time. If you’ve made my vanilla almond cake before, you know how light … Read more

Tender lettuce leaves filled with juicy shrimp, crisp carrots, bright cabbage, and sweet red bell pepper, all tossed in a creamy peanut sauce. These Asian shrimp lettuce wraps are a light, flavorful option for lunch or a quick dinner. Lettuce wraps have become my go-to lately—whether it’s a New Year push for healthier meals or … Read more

The savory creaminess of Brie paired with a tangy, homemade cranberry sauce makes these grilled Brie bites an ideal holiday appetizer. These mini pastries are simple to prepare with a few seasonal ingredients and fill the kitchen with warm, festive aromas. They’re quick to assemble and perfect for entertaining—bite-sized, elegant, and full of flavor. Table … Read more