This Thai-style butternut squash curry with tofu strikes a lovely balance between sweet and spicy. Creamy and fragrant, it captures classic Thai flavors while making the most of fall’s favorite squash. This hearty Thai butternut squash curry is wonderful served over steamed rice or rice noodles. Sweet cubes of squash combine with tofu and red … Read more

This Lemon-Lime Ice Cream is so refreshing, simple to make, and the perfect finish to a warm summer meal. It’s delightful! I tend to go on a lemon and lime kick during the hottest months, and this recipe is one of the reasons. Today I’m sharing a cherished childhood favorite: Lemon-Lime Ice Cream. It’s bright, … Read more

Chocolate chip banana bread is rich, tender and incredibly moist, studded with sweet chocolate chips in every bite. This easy, reliable recipe comes together quickly and will likely become a favorite for breakfasts, snacks or dessert. Why Should You Make This Recipe Banana bread is comforting, simple and forgiving. This version—moist banana bread with chocolate … Read more

Garlic Butter Steak Bites are tender cubes of steak seared and finished in a savory garlic-butter sauce. Juicy and flavorful, they’re ready in under 20 minutes and perfect for a quick weeknight meal or an impressive appetizer. Garlic Butter Steak Bites These bite-sized steak pieces are coated in a rich garlic-butter sauce that highlights the … Read more

The Perfect Summer Dessert This isn’t just any berry crisp—it’s gluten-free, naturally sweetened, and packed with flavor. Customizable: Use any berry combo and swap toppings to make it your own. Fresh & Seasonal: Bursting with sweet-tart summer berries and warm cinnamon spice. Easier Than Pie: No rolling, no crust—just mix, top, and bake. Gluten-Free & … Read more

I’m excited to partner again with Princess Cruises to share this refreshing Watermelon Margarita, known on Caribbean Princess as Sandia En Fuego. This subtly spicy watermelon margarita is the perfect thirst quencher on hot days. Princess Cruises provided the Caribbean cruise; all photos and opinions are my own. Late in March, my girlfriends and I … Read more

This Eggnog Bundt Cake is a simple and festive holiday cake flavored with eggnog, a touch of rum and a sprinkle of nutmeg. The cake bakes up moist with a tender crumb and finishes beautifully with a smooth eggnog powdered-sugar glaze. Bundt cakes are one of my go-to desserts: they’re easy to make, require no … Read more

We were long overdue for a taco recipe here at KT, and I’m excited to share these Instant Pot Chipotle Chicken Tacos with you. When I first moved to Raleigh, Taco Tuesday quickly became a weekly ritual. As someone who grew up where tacos weren’t common, frequenting our local spot felt like discovering a treasure. … Read more

Calling all coffee lovers! This coffee buttercream is whipped to silky perfection, built on a stabilized meringue of heated egg whites and sugar. Instant espresso powder gives it a bold, true coffee flavor that elevates cakes, cupcakes, or a spoonful straight from the bowl. I prefer Swiss meringue buttercream because it tastes less sweet but … Read more

These chocolate peanut butter Rice Krispie treat cereal bars are a perfect no-bake dessert: sweet, salty, and simple to make. The base combines peanut butter, butter, and melted marshmallows with crispy rice cereal, and a glossy chocolate layer on top gives clean slices and a beautiful finish. Made from pantry staples with no oven required, … Read more