Real Chocolate Chunk Cookies. Thick, chewy chocolate cookies filled with big pieces of real chocolate. These are a top-notch chocolate cookie you’ll want to bake again and again. This recipe is the double chocolate take on the original Real Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookies. Using chopped real chocolate instead of manufactured chips lets you feature the … Read more

This healthier whole wheat banana nut bread replaces half the oil with unsweetened applesauce, reduces the sugar, and uses whole wheat flour—small swaps that let you enjoy it for breakfast without losing flavor. Banana bread is one of my favorite comfort bakes. Growing up, my mom served a rotating lineup of healthy breakfasts—oatmeal, smoothies, scrambled … Read more

There should be little doubt that Britain has a weight problem. Current estimates put obesity at about a quarter of the population. That’s a lot of people carrying excess weight. The traditional British diet, often high in saturated fats and refined carbohydrates, combined with increasingly sedentary lifestyles, appears to be a major factor. But what … Read more

Happy Friday! Any plans for the weekend? I’m hosting a small spa evening with my best friend and our daughters — a relaxed girls’ night in. To prepare, I’ve been making spa party favors, and today I’m sharing a simple homemade lavender bath salts recipe that makes a lovely gift. Homemade lavender bath salts recipe … Read more

During the colder months we drink a lot of warm beverages, and having a caffeine-free option is great. This grapefruit, honey, and mint infusion is bright, soothing, and comes together in minutes with just three ingredients plus water. It’s a refreshing, hot drink that feels indulgent but is simple to make at home. Technically this … Read more

Leftover pasta shows up all the time in my kitchen — a few bites of penne vodka, extra shells from mac and cheese, or any other pasta that didn’t get finished. I never toss leftovers, especially not pasta. That’s why I love turning them into a simple pasta frittata: it’s fast, flexible and delicious. Think … Read more

September has become, for me, a month of turning inward—reviewing the months behind me and sketching the path ahead. I think of mapping not just as a literal craft but as a practice of cartography for life: a way to understand where I am and how I relate to the world. In that sense, I’ve … Read more

Tofu and brown rice noodles tossed in a homemade vegan hoisin-style sauce. This quick one-pot meal is a versatile veggie stir-fry—skip the tofu and add extra vegetables for a tofu-free version. The recipe is gluten-free when you use tamari and can be made nut-free by substituting sun butter for the nut butter. Jump to Recipe … Read more

I am excited to share a versatile mushroom powder seasoning I call “Umami in a Jar.” This easy-to-make blend adds savory depth to soups, sauces, vegetables, meat, and even a simple cup of hot broth. Rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber, this mushroom powder makes a nourishing pantry staple that takes only minutes to prepare. … Read more

This is the only recipe you’ll ever need for perfect, crunchy-outside, fluffy-inside, best roast potatoes.   The internet is full of over-the-top headlines promising miracles: “you won’t believe what this woman does next!” or “five facts about fungus you won’t believe are true!” Those clickbait lines often end in disappointment, but this headline is honest … Read more