Hey all! It’s TGIFF – Thank Goodness It’s Frozen Friday! And we’re doing it Malibu style! Summer’s visit is winding down, but before it heads south we gave it a last hurrah with Malibu-style popsicles. These boozy frozen treats layer mango, coconut, pineapple and passion fruit with a hint of Caribbean rum for bright, tropical … Read more

These Enoki Beef Rolls have been popping up on social media so I decided to try them. They are small bundles of enoki mushrooms tightly wrapped in thin slices of beef. I used pre-sliced hotpot meat for convenience, but you can slice a roast thinly yourself—just make sure the slices are very thin. Can’t get … Read more

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