No need to fear – you can grill pork belly to perfection without flare-ups. Many home cooks avoid grilling pork belly because the high fat content can cause furious flare-ups and quickly turn a promising piece of meat into a charred disaster. That doesn’t have to be the case. With the right grill setup and … Read more

Gluten-Free 7-Layer Bars — a gluten-free take on the classic dessert with a buttery graham cracker crust piled high with gooey, delicious layers. Quick to assemble and perfect for gatherings, these bars are always a crowd-pleaser. If you crave an ooey-gooey gluten-free dessert, these Gluten-Free 7-Layer Bars (also called Hello Dollies or Magic Cookie Bars) … Read more

Need a last-minute holiday or birthday gift? Make the best DIY Body Powder with items you likely already have at home. This talc-free blend uses pantry staples like cornstarch or arrowroot combined with baking soda for absorbency and gentle odor control. You can leave the powder unscented, add a few drops of essential oil, or … Read more

Classic Mashed Potatoes: a creamy, flavorful side that pairs with any meat or fish. A staple at family gatherings and special occasions. This is a Ukrainian family recipe for classic mashed potatoes that we’ve made for generations—first in Ukraine and now in the USA. With just four main ingredients you get rich, creamy mashed potatoes … Read more

Helpful tips and a sample menu to help you plan a week of cooking on a sailboat. I returned from a week sailing through the Bahamas feeling relaxed, peaceful, and unusually calm despite the usual deadlines and emails waiting for me. E and I joined three friends for a cruise through the Exumas aboard a … Read more

Richard’s Favorite Pot Roast is a classic main dish cherished by many in the Trim Healthy Mama community. This Instant Pot version has been adapted to fit the S-meal category and can also be enjoyed as a low-carb option. Carey generously allowed this family-favorite Instant Pot recipe to be reposted here; it originally appeared on … Read more

Today turned into an unexpected marathon of editing: I spent most of the day revising Grazing for a spring re-release, promising to finish last Wednesday and steadily falling behind. With poor time management and a looming deadline, I found myself working late into the evening. Despite the rush, dinner needed to be quick, satisfying, and … Read more

I’ve often worried that I’m not doing enough to teach my children about history. They have social studies in school, but classroom lessons can be forgotten quickly. A recent family visit to Old Sturbridge Village in Sturbridge, Massachusetts changed that. Invited to experience the site firsthand, we discovered a place where history truly comes alive … Read more

Knee pain and injuries can quickly keep you from the activities you enjoy—especially running or jogging. Maybe you once ran several miles daily but now experience knee pain and need a low-impact alternative that still delivers an exercise high. Perhaps you’re training for a race and suffered a knee injury, so you’re looking for safe … Read more