A lavender lemon drop martini takes the classic sweet-and-tart lemon drop and lifts it with floral lavender syrup. The result is a delicate, naturally tinted pale pink cocktail that’s elegant enough for a dinner party but quick and simple to shake up any night of the week. The pink hue comes from anthocyanin in homemade … Read more

Sweet sautéed leeks in a light white wine sauce make a fast, elegant side dish. They pair beautifully with steak, chicken, or served at breakfast alongside eggs. Don’t forget to pin this recipe for later! Thanks for being here If you have any questions about this recipe, please ask in the comments. I read them … Read more

Pork tenderloin cooks quickly, stays tender, and absorbs marinades beautifully—it’s a lean, narrow muscle from the pig’s loin prized for its tenderness. That means you can achieve restaurant-quality results at home without a lot of fuss or expense. Whether roasted whole, sliced into medallions, or seared in a skillet, pork tenderloin delivers consistent tenderness and … Read more

This Simple Miso Soup Recipe is quick, flexible, and perfect for using whatever vegetables you have on hand. Light but satisfying, it comes together in about 10 minutes once the vegetables are prepped. Healthy, flavorful, and endlessly adaptable. Simple Miso Soup with vegetables. Ready in minutes. This post has been updated from the original posted … Read more

Name Help is a series at Appellation Mountain. Every Saturday, one reader’s name questions will be discussed. We rely on thoughtful comments from the community to help expectant parents refine their name choices. Thank you in advance for sharing your ideas! Carolyn writes: We are looking for a name for our second daughter. For our … Read more

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Tyson Foods, Inc. All opinions are my own. My dad used to have season tickets to football games, but the traffic and crowds made him prefer watching on TV. Today our family follows suit — we enjoy “home-gating” for the Big Game. There’s nothing … Read more

I fell head over heels for Barb’s Pikes Peak Spiked Apple Crisp and made my own version that disappeared in under 24 hours. It was that good. Thinking about how to make it even cozier, I wanted the apples to become as soft and jammy as possible. Shredding the fruit in a food processor did … Read more

These dairy-free fudgsicles are a household favorite. Ripe bananas form the creamy base for these Vegan Banana Peanut Butter Fudgsicles, and, as you might expect, peanut butter and chocolate bring rich flavor and texture. Puréed banana creates an exceptionally smooth, ice-cream-like consistency, so I used it to keep the popsicles extra creamy without dairy. The … Read more

Located in Disney’s Beach Club Resort, the Cape May Cafe Breakfast Buffet features Minnie and her friends — Daisy, Donald and Goofy — ready for a seaside celebration. Cape May Cafe serves breakfast and dinner at Disney’s Beach Club Resort. The dining room evokes New England capes with light, airy colors and an open, spacious … Read more

Asparagus cheese tart combines a trio of cheeses with seasoned, roasted asparagus on a flaky puff pastry crust. It’s an elegant, versatile dish—perfect for brunch, a light lunch or dinner with soup or salad, and a crowd-pleasing appetizer for gatherings. Why You’ll Love this Recipe Bright green asparagus, a creamy cheese layer and a crisp … Read more