Light and fresh orzo vegetable salad — an easy side that pairs beautifully with fish or chicken. Quick to prepare and ideal for warm-weather meals. Orzo is one of those pastas that feels almost like a grain — small, light, and versatile. Despite its rice-like appearance, you’ll find it in the pasta aisle at the … Read more

This Quick and Easy Peach Compote is a simple, saucy way to add bright peach flavor to oatmeal, yogurt, ice cream, pancakes, waffles or toast. With minimal ingredients and short cooking time, it’s a dependable pantry-style topping that highlights fresh peaches or makes frozen peaches sing. Made with just four wholesome ingredients, this compote comes … Read more

A sweet and spooky Halloween chocolate cake layered with rich chocolate frosting and crushed Oreo “dirt.” This easy graveyard cake is perfect for Halloween parties and a fun baking activity to make with kids. Serve this cake alongside festive treats such as Hocus Pocus Oreo balls, Halloween dirt cups, or a themed Halloween dessert board … Read more

One of my favorite spicy Italian dishes, Chicken Scarpariello is a rustic, one‑pan recipe that shines served with crusty Italian bread or over creamy polenta to soak up every drop of the braised sauce. This restaurant‑style version balances crispy, skin‑on chicken thighs with sweet and hot Italian sausage and bright, vinegar‑forward flavors for an unforgettable … Read more

Congratulations to the winners of our first-ever Vegan Recipe Contest! We were delighted by the creativity and flavor in the plant-based dishes submitted from across the country. The grand-prize recipe will appear in our Fall issue, which lands in Kroger stores in early October 2018. When the issue hits stands, we will also share the … Read more

These honey cookies are tender, crumbly, and consistently deliver a pronounced honey flavor. Made from simple pantry ingredients, they’re an easy, comforting treat for any occasion. A Recipe from the Land of Milk and Honey This recipe is inspired by traditional Israeli honey cookies that are popular year-round and especially common around Rosh Hashanah, when … Read more

This Key Lime Protein Shake is tangy, creamy, and refreshing. It delivers around 31–32 grams of protein in roughly 304 calories, making it a dessert-like breakfast or a fast post-workout recovery drink you can make in five minutes. “I love how much protein this shake has and the creamy lime flavor. One of my favorites … Read more

Looking for a simple, show-stopping holiday appetizer? This garlic and herb cheese appetizer uses store-bought Boursin (garlic & herb) and a few fresh toppings to create an elegant spread in minutes. Serve with your favorite crackers, crostini, or crisp vegetables for an easy party starter that looks and tastes special. I love finding small ways … Read more

This is part 2 of a feature about my delicious experience with Chef Beylka Krupp at Wobble Café in Ossining, New York. You can find part 1 referenced in the original series. The Pain Perdu at Wobble Café is one of my favorite menu items. It’s an indulgent, stuffed French toast that changes flavors frequently, … Read more

Homemade Whipped Cream is simple to make using just a few pantry ingredients. Below you’ll find clear steps for whipping, stabilizing, piping, and flavoring cream so you can top cheesecakes, pies, cakes, and other desserts with a light, fresh finish. Why you’ll love Homemade Whipped Cream Easy to make – Ready in minutes with three … Read more