Recipes

So, a few things upfront: first, I am a privileged author who sells well and is able to support himself and his family on writing books. Second, none of this post is to be taken as fact, but rather, as opinion — it relies, quite frankly, on “artisanal data” (aka anecdotes) and also, y’know, vibes. As such, I am, like many, looking at a room through a keyhole and will certainly not be seeing everything. All that being said — Being an author — aka, the fancy word for “writer of books” — vibes real weird right now. There is...

Potlucks are always a great time for families and friends to get together for special occasions, summer BBQs and Sunday dinners. And I’m sure we’ve all worked somewhere where they loved having a potluck to celebrate just about anything, ha! Well if you’re looking for something easy, budget-friendly and delicious to bring to your next potluck, you’re in luck! We’ve put together 30 of the Best Potluck Recipes to impress your friends at your next social gathering! Easy Potluck Recipes 1. Cowboy Caviar Cowboy Caviar Cowboy Caviar is a deliciously fresh bean salad with a colorful mix of beans and...

Boston Baked Beans for Memorial Day Once you try homemade Boston Baked Beans, you’ll never buy them in a can again! Sweet, savory, and smoky, these beans are the perfect side for your next cookout. Why You’ll Love This Boston Baked Beans Recipe They’re Versatile. Whether you have time to give your beans an overnight soak or you need to use canned beans to get dinner on the table faster, you have options with this recipe! Irresistible Flavor. Boston baked beans have so much depth thanks to the addition of molasses. (Bonus: It also gives you the chance to use...

This Baked Potato Salad recipe takes classic potato salad to a new level! Tender, baked potatoes are combined with cheese, bacon, and a tangy sour cream based dressing. A fun choice for entertaining. My husband gets the willies from traditional mayonnaise-based potato salad and this has caused a rift between us that I feared would never be mended. Because, like a normal person, I am head over heels in love with Old Fashioned Potato Salad. Some of the children that we created together are on Dad’s side. In spite of their feelings, I never gave up on my potato salad...

Why you’ll love this chicken bacon ranch pasta This recipe started out as a reader request, and after figuring out that dairy free ranch mix does exist, I’ve been playing around with different recipes. Normally, this pasta recipe is loaded with cream and cheese, but instead of substituting, I decided to go a little lighter for the dairy free version, making it a healthier option for weeknight dinners. Not only is this a great family-friendly dinner, it’s also as tasty leftover, which makes it a great option for meal planning. I think it’s even good served cold, like a pasta...