I typically gravitate towards chocolate when it comes to dessert. But sweltering summer days call for light and refreshing desserts. These lemon bars are just that. They’re a little sweet and a little tangy and when topped with local berries and dusted with powdered sugar, they’re the perfect punctuation to a summer meal. Light Lemon [...]

Google “how to induce labor,” and you’ll arrive at a long list of suggested techniques. Some are simple (take long walks, eat spicy food, have sex). Others are a little bizarre (take a spoonful of castor oil). But none are proven to actually work. There’s no harm in trying, though, right? Especially when you’re four [...]

We decided to be adventurous this Christmas Day and added duck to our classic ham and turkey menu. It was our first taste of home cooked duck and my first attempt at gravy. The dark duck meat was surprisingly decadent (though in short supply), and the orange gravy was the ideal flavor enhancement. The stuffing [...]

Fantastic find on The Pioneer Woman Cooks! Emily re-fueled with this pasta dish after a long run, and she looks forward to making it for Nick! (Note: Recipe is halved in this version.) Ingredients 1/2 pound thin spaghetti 1/4 stick (2 tablespoons) butter 1 tablespoons olive oil 1 cloves garlic, minced Juice of 1/2 lemon [...]