Christmas Crunch Cake
Christmas Crunch Cake is a creamy sprinkle-studded mousse that gets sandwiched between layers of buttery oat crunch. This is a perfect make-ahead dessert to top off your special meal this holiday season. Spread oats and almonds on a baking sheet. Read more
Christmas Butter Mints
This recipe was inspired by my Christmas book, Dear Santa! These Christmas Butter Mints are a delightful treat to pop in your mouth – and gift to others! To get the bright red color, we used red food coloring gel Read more
Hot Chocolate Bombs
Hot Chocolate Bombs are a delightfully fun way to enjoy a comforting cup of hot chocolate, and the white chocolate shells make the hot chocolate extra creamy and delicious. We make two different kinds here, but feel free to substitute Read more
Asher Fogle Paul
Asher Fogle Paul is an author and a journalist. A former editor at Good Housekeeping, Us Weekly, and People magazines, she has also written about culture, design, entertaining, parenting and health for outlets including House Beautiful, Marie Claire, AirMail, Prevention, Read more
Slow Cooker Teriyaki Pork Belly
The slow cooker tenderizes the pork belly and makes a delicious teriyaki sauce at the same time, making this a fantastic weeknight dinner option. We crisp up the top under the broiler at the very end.Use a sharp knife to Read more
Katie Mettner
Katie Mettner writes small-town romantic tales, filled with epic love stories and happily-ever-afters. She proudly wears the title of ‘the only person to lose her leg after falling down the bunny hill’ and loves decorating her prosthetic with the latest Read more
Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Salmon
Savory salmon in a rich, creamy sauce comes together quickly thanks to some flavor-packed ingredients. We love to serve this with crusty bread to soak up the incredible sauce, but this would be delicious served over noodles, as well. Heat Read more
Peanut Brittle
Inspired by my Christmas book, Dear Santa, this crunchy, buttery Peanut Brittle is a much-anticipated Christmas treat around here. It’s airy, crispy texture, combined with sweet and salty flavors isn’t hard to achieve with some stirring and patience. Soon you’ll Read more
Dear Santa | Inspiration Behind the Book
Like children everywhere, I wrote Santa letters. To my five-year-old mind, that was the only way the big guy would have a clue what I wanted—or more importantly—absolutely have to have for Christmas. My parents didn’t keep my letters, unlike Read more
Frankenstein Rice Krispie Treats
Adorable and delicious – a perfect Halloween combination! These Frankenstein Rice Krispie Treats are an easy and fun way to celebrate the holiday, Frankenstein’s scars and hair do not have to be perfect, which makes this the perfect activity to Read more
Creamy Pumpkin Turkey Chili
Pumpkin Turkey Chili that’s creamy and comforting to fill your family’s bellies, yet still loaded with veggies and nutrients to enrich their bodies. This is definitely a keeper fall recipe! In a large pot over medium-high heat, heat the oil Read more
Kristy Woodson Harvey
Kristy Woodson Harvey is the New York Times, USA Today and Publisher’s Weekly bestselling author of nine novels including Under the Southern Sky, The Peachtree Bluff Series, and the forthcoming The Wedding Veil. Kristy is a co-founder and co-host of Read more
Apple Crisp-Stuffed Apples
Apple crisp inside an apple bowl? How fun is that! These Apple Crisp-Stuffed Apples are delicious and a fun twist on the typical go-to dessert. Slice off the tops of the apples, then use a paring knife to cut around Read more
Jean Meltzer
Jean Meltzer has the unique distinction of being the world’s only Emmy-award winning, chronically-ill and disabled, rabbinical-school drop-out. Yet, it is this extraordinary background — coupled with a firm belief in holding onto your joy and seeking out happy endings — which forms Read more
Janine Rosche
Prone to wander, Janine Rosche finds as much comfort on the open road as she does at home. This longing to chase adventure, behold splendor, and experience redemption is woven into her Madison River Romance series. When she isn’t writing Read more
Chili Cornbread Pot Pies
Try this fun new twist on chili and cornbread! Individual servings of warm, savory chili get topped with a slightly sweet cornbread lid. Chili can be an all-day affair, but we make it quicker by leaning on pantry spices and Read more
Ham and Brie Breakfast Pastries
Ham and Brie Breakfast Pastries are a savory but slightly sweet breakfast treat. These feel very fancy, but take minimal effort and just a few ingredients.Gently roll out each sheet of puff pastry into a 12-inch by 9-inch rectangle. Cut Read more
Salted Caramel Brownies
I cannot think of a better combination than warm, gooey, chocolatey brownies with a creamy, salted caramel sauce on top. Hand me a spoon!In a large bowl, microwave butter and chocolate on high for 1 minute. Stir, then microwave for Read more
Grilled Nectarine Salad
Grilling nectarines caramelizes their sugars and makes them more tender. Combine those with creamy mozzarella, peppery arugula, crunchy almonds and a sweet vinaigrette and you have a wonderfully balanced summer salad. It can stand on its own, or pairs nicely Read more
Elizabeth Van Lierde
Elizabeth Van Lierde is a 25 year old lover of all things creative, stylized and wholesome as well as an event planner, food lover and hostess to the people close to her heart. A recent graduate with a degree in Read more
Creamy Lemon Tart
This Creamy Lemon Tart was inspired by my new book, It’s Better This Way! The combination of creamy lemon filling nestled inside a crisp, buttery crust is a beautiful thing. Top this tart with whipped cream and your favorite berries, Read more
Campfire Cones
Ooey, gooey, summer fun in a cone! Pack these Campfire Cones with your favorite combination of mini sweet treats, then throw them on a campfire or grill to make everything deliciously melty and enjoy.Fruit, chocolate and marshmallows combine to make Read more
Courtney Walsh
Courtney Walsh is a novelist, artist, theatre director, and playwright. She writes small town romance and women’s fiction while juggling the performing arts studio and youth theatre she owns and runs with her husband. If For Any Reason is her eleventh novel. Her Read more
It’s Better This Way | Inspiration Behind the Book
Seeing that the entire idea for my summer release It’s Better This Way came from a sermon, I felt it was only fitting that I dedicate the book to Rick Enloe, who, you will recognize from the column Low Hanging Read more
Summer Fruity Iced Teas
These Summer Fruity Iced Teas were inspired by my new book, It’s Better This Way. Make these teas while you enjoy summer and read the book! There is nothing quite like a refreshing glass of iced tea on a hot Read more