Venison jerky is a flavorful, chewy snack with smoky spices, a touch of sweetness and just enough heat to be interesting. A marinade of Worcestershire and soy sauce gives deep savory notes without masking the natural flavor of the venison. You can easily tweak the sugar and spice levels to suit your preference. This version … Read more

Shrunken head apple cider turns ordinary warm spiced cider into a delightfully eerie Halloween beverage. Carved apple halves slowly shrivel in the oven, developing wrinkled, skull-like faces that are served atop fresh apple slices so the little heads remain visible and upright in each mug. The spiced cider is intentionally straightforward: non-alcoholic apple cider simmered … Read more

Whole wheat sourdough can be soft and well-structured when balanced correctly. This 50/50 loaf uses equal parts bread flour and whole wheat flour to deliver robust whole-wheat flavor without an overly dense crumb. The dough is higher hydration, so it should feel soft and slightly tacky while still developing enough strength to hold its shape. … Read more

Ground turkey sloppy joes are a fast, flavorful weeknight dinner made with lean ground turkey, diced onion and red bell peppers simmered in a sweet-and-tangy homemade sauce. Ready in about 30 minutes, this recipe yields six generously filled sandwiches that are perfect for busy evenings or casual gatherings. The sauce is prepared from pantry staples: … Read more

This whole wheat banana nut bread is soft, moist and full of banana flavor, with toasted walnuts folded through the batter and a crunchy walnut topping. Made with 100% whole wheat flour, very ripe bananas, honey and a small amount of brown sugar, it’s an easy, wholesome loaf that works perfectly for breakfast, coffee breaks … Read more

This honey oat sourdough features a soft, tender crumb, a gentle honey sweetness, and a rustic oat-coated crust. A small amount of whole wheat flour adds a subtle earthy note without overpowering the loaf. The dough is softer and slightly stickier than a basic sourdough because of the hydrated oats and honey, so this recipe … Read more

This sun-dried tomato pesto is rich, savory, and intensely tomato-forward. Toasted almonds, fresh basil, Parmesan, garlic, and a few green olives add depth and a subtle tang. The result is a thick, spreadable pesto with a deeper, more robust flavor than classic basil-only pesto. Unlike traditional Genovese pesto, which highlights fresh basil and pine nuts, … Read more

This chicken salad with grapes is a bright, satisfying mix of cooked chicken, seedless red grapes, celery, green onions, chopped pecans and fresh parsley tossed in a creamy lemon–Dijon dressing. The grapes bring bursts of sweetness and juiciness while the celery and toasted pecans add lively crunch and texture. This version is adapted from a … Read more

These peanut butter banana bites feature a thin layer of peanut butter sandwiched between banana slices, all coated in a crisp semisweet chocolate shell. They’re an easy, no-bake freezer snack made from just a few simple ingredients. Naturally gluten-free, they’re also easy to adapt for vegan or paleo diets. Top some with finely chopped peanuts, … Read more

Blue cheese slaw transforms a simple bag of coleslaw mix into a creamy, tangy side dish loaded with bold flavor. Shredded cabbage and carrots are combined with finely diced celery, crumbled blue cheese, and a savory Dijon-mayonnaise dressing for a slaw that is rich, sharp, and pleasantly savory without being sweet. Unlike many classic coleslaws … Read more