Is there anything an air fryer can't do? This popular kitchen appliance has quickly become a must-have, and is dearly loved for the way it offers deliciously crisped foods that usually would require deep frying. Aside from offering lighter, healthier fare, air fryers are just easy and fun to use. It doesn't feel cumbersome to whip up a quick fried treat, simply because you're craving something tasty, crunchy, and delicious. Here are 21 must-try air fryer snacks that are going to make you love that miracle machine even more. From crispy sweet potato chips, to onion rings, to crab Rangoons, we'v ..read more

Warm weather is quickly returning, and with it, a desire to spend more time outside, and less in the kitchen. I would definitely rather be gardening, than baking at this time of year! So what's the solution when you're hosting a cookout and want an impressive dessert, without having to slave over the stove? Gorgeous no-bake desserts are the easy answer! Here are 21 delicious treats that will delight and impress, without heating up your kitchen. All of them are easy to make. Most can be made ahead and stored in the fridge. And every one of them is so pretty, you'll be proud to bring it out at t ..read more

Cinco de Mayo is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than by enjoying some delicious Mexican dishes, made right in your own kitchen? I love searching out and trying authentic recipes from around the world, and always feel like I'm left with a deeper appreciation of the incredible culture that created such delicious and flavorful dishes. From crispy chalupas, to unbelievably flavorful birria, and saucy, cheesy enchiladas (you're going to want to try all three versions!), here are 21 different dishes that would make a perfect addition to your Cinco de Mayo table! 1. Authenti ..read more

There's a wonderful movement toward growing things more like our great-grandmothers did, establishing kitchen gardens just outside the kitchen door, and carving out space for medicinal gardens. As a homestead writer, I commonly get asked for advice about what to include in a garden like this. My favorite way to answer this, is to give a run-down of what plants were traditionally cherished for inclusion in a well-supplied home medicinal garden. Here's a list of 21 treasured plants that have historically been grown with the goal of supporting health. Some of these were included in herbal texts d ..read more

That time of the year when you can get the juiciest and sweetest blueberries at the best prices is nearly here! In southern states like Florida, blueberries are already ripening, which means that even in colder states they'll be making their way to grocery shelves soon. These small blue fruits are one of the most versatile, offering so many different options to add color and flavor to your recipes, whether they are sweet or savory. Next time you go to the supermarket or your local farmer's market, make sure to take home some fresh blueberries and start exploring the countless recipes you can c ..read more

Nothing welcomes warm weather back like a cookout with friends, and bringing out a beautiful pie made with fresh fruit or berries, offers a perfect finale. Thankfully, strawberries and blueberries are starting fill the grocery produce section at affordable prices again, and rhubarb is already coming up in our gardens. As we start reaching for those fresher, fruity flavors now that winter is behind us, pie is the way to go. Here's a curated list of no-fail fruit and berry pie recipes that are fun to make, and sure to please! 1. Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie Photo Credit: Modern Honey. This easy s ..read more

For any gardener living in a climate where frost and snow claim the winter months, planting season just can't seem to arrive soon enough in the spring. Many young garden plants can be harmed by a frost, so that average last frost date is an important one on any gardener's calendar, and can feel so far away when all you want to do is plant something! For those longing to get their hands deep in some garden soil, there are thankfully many garden crops that actually do best when planted early, even well before that last frost date. Here are 21 plants that will thank you for giving in to impatienc ..read more

There is nothing in this world quite like the taste of Lobster. Once so abundant it was considered poverty food, this flavorful shellfish now adds a feeling of richness and decadence to any table on which it's served. Here are 21 deliciously easy ways to take the leap and make lobster a regular on your own dinner table. If cooking lobster seems like next-level cooking skills, please don't let yourself feel daunted here. These recipes are just too good to miss out on, and they're actually surprisingly straightforward. Most are so simple, you'll find yourself making them on any old weeknight, ju ..read more

If you're looking to fill your home and patio with more greenery, it's easy to feel daunted by the cost of planters at garden centers and big box stores. There's no need to spend a fortune on sturdy and beautiful pots for those geraniums though. With a little creativity, almost any old container can be upcycled into a lovely garden planter. From utilitarian mop buckets and cinder blocks, to expensive looking faux copper, and a vine-handled creation that's pure cottagecore, there are ideas here that are perfect for any aesthetic. They're fun to make, and filling an old container with plants ins ..read more

With the return of warmer weather, dessert cravings tend to quickly veer in the direction of ice cream. Kids eagerly await the opening of the local ice cream shop for the season, and somehow turning on the oven just doesn't hold the same appeal it did in January. If you too, can't wait for the ice cream shop to fling its doors open, don't despair. Homemade ice cream is where it's at. If you've never made your own before, you'll be pleasantly surprised to discover how easy it is. Here are 21 easy-to-make homemade ice cream recipes that will please any palate. No ice cream churn? No problem! Man ..read more