This strawberry jam without pectin is simple to make in the microwave using just three ingredients. Use fresh berries at their peak or frozen strawberries — both work well. Homemade jam delivers a brightness and depth of flavor that store-bought jars can’t match. Bright, fresh strawberry flavor in every spoonful. When strawberries are abundant and … Read more

When I was a child there was a woman in our neighborhood who had that warm “grandma” look. My brother and I would pass her house on the walk home from school and, sometimes, she’d call us to the door and offer a “boilt” cookie. Later I realized she meant a Chocolate No Bake Cookie … Read more

Traveling while doing a Whole30 can feel intimidating, but it’s entirely doable with a little preparation. These Whole30 travel tips will help you stay on plan whether you’re on a road trip or flying. With thoughtful planning and simplified expectations, you can eat well on the road and focus on enjoying your trip. Pin to … Read more

Sugar-free tropical popsicles made with real fruit — no added juice, honey, or sugar. These dairy-free treats blend mango, pineapple, strawberry and banana with a touch of coconut cream for extra creaminess. Tropical Popsicles If you’re searching for easy popsicle ideas, these tropical popsicles are made with a few simple, natural ingredients and coconut cream … Read more

Rainbow Sprinkle Cake is a nostalgic homemade vanilla sheet cake studded with rainbow sprinkles and finished with a colorful tie-dyed vanilla buttercream. Light, tender, and more satisfying than a box mix, this funfetti-style cake comes together quickly with about 30 minutes of hands-on prep. Sprinkles make everything better. They brighten cookies, cookie dough, and of … Read more

Low-carb Spanish cauliflower rice made with chunky salsa is a flavorful, low-effort vegan side or main. With only a few minutes of prep and about 20 minutes from start to finish in a single pan, this dish is gluten-free, dairy-free, grain-free, vegan, and easy to adapt to different diets. Easy, 20-Minute, Low-Carb Dish When you … Read more

This easy sesame tofu is crispy, flavorful, and coated in a savory sesame sauce—an ideal topping for salads, grain bowls, or a simple weeknight dinner. I developed this recipe over time to get the texture and balance of flavors just right. Early on I struggled with tofu’s texture and blandness, but after tweaking pressing, cooking, … Read more

Genealogy researchers often struggle to locate female ancestors in pre-1850 U.S. census records. We rely on census records as a primary source for family lines, but those early censuses tend to highlight the head of household and male members. Because of that, female ancestors can be easy to overlook. I used to dread working with … Read more

This Mediterranean tofu scramble recipe brings together a colorful mix of vegetables and well-seasoned crumbled tofu for a flavorful, satisfying breakfast. It’s my favorite take on a Greek-style tofu scramble — simple to make and perfect for reheating during a busy week. I love tofu scramble because tofu is a blank canvas that soaks up … Read more

These no-yeast blueberry bagels are made with simple ingredients like whole wheat flour and yogurt for an easy, wholesome breakfast or snack. They’re soft, flavorful, and require only five ingredients. I’ll admit: I avoided yeast for a long time. The few times I tried baking with it, things didn’t go as planned, so I started … Read more