The first time I grilled sweet potatoes, I wasn’t expecting much. I thought they might fall apart or be too soft. But once they came off the grill — slightly charred, caramelized around the edges, and still tender in the center — I was hooked. And the honey drizzle at the end? That was my little twi...

If there’s one thing I learned during a weekend trip to Las Vegas — other than not to play slots after midnight — it’s that shrimp cocktail there is a big deal. Walk into any old-school casino lounge and you’ll find it on the menu: icy-cold shrimp, a bold, horseradish-kissed cocktail sauce, and mayb...

I never thought my kids would be excited about Brussels sprouts… until I served them on skewers. There’s something about grilling them that changes everything — those crispy edges, that smoky flavor, the fun of picking them right off the stick. It’s now one of our favorite veggie sides when we fire ...

There’s something magical about the smell of bubbling peaches, cinnamon, and buttery crust drifting through the kitchen. It takes me right back to summers at my aunt’s farmhouse in Georgia. We’d pick ripe peaches straight from the tree, still warm from the sun, and by dinnertime, there was always a ...

There’s something so comforting about a homemade pie cooling on the windowsill — that buttery golden crust, the bubbling fruit, the sweet smell that fills the whole kitchen. And if you’ve never had a marionberry pie before? Oh friend, you’re in for a treat.

I first tasted marionberries years ago on...

One summer evening, I had a rainbow of bell peppers sitting on the counter and no idea what to make. I sliced them up, brushed them with olive oil, and threw them on the grill next to our chicken — and that was it. Simple, bright, and bursting with flavor. Since then, grilled peppers have been a reg...

I used to think asparagus was just a “spring vegetable” I’d only eat once in a while, but once I learned how good it is grilled with a little Parmesan, it became a regular side at our house. I love how fast it comes together — no fuss, just olive oil, salt, and a sprinkle of cheese. It’s fresh, fanc...

I used to skip eggplant at the store because I didn’t know what to do with it — it always seemed fussy or bland. But once I tried grilling it and topping it with balsamic glaze? Game-changer. The eggplant turns tender with a hint of smokiness, and the glaze gives it this glossy, slightly sweet finis...

During one of those busy summer weeks when we lived off the grill, I found myself staring at a pile of zucchini and yellow squash from the farmer’s market. I sliced them up, threw together a quick marinade, and grilled them alongside our chicken — and wow. They were tender, flavorful, and tasted lik...

I still remember the first time I made this grilled corn — it was one of those chaotic summer evenings when I needed something fast and fuss-free. I had a fridge full of fresh corn and a craving for something with a little kick. That’s when I whipped up this simple chili butter. My husband took one ...

Creamy, Tangy, and Sunshine-Sweet—A Clean Take on a Coastal Classic

If there’s one dessert that instantly tastes like summer, it’s a slice of Florida Key lime pie. That tart, creamy filling balanced by a crisp crust and topped with cool whipped topping—it’s pure sunshine in every bite. This clean v...

Okay, I’ll admit it — I used to save turkey for the holidays only. But these spicy grilled drumsticks changed my mind. They’re juicy, smoky, and packed with flavor — like BBQ chicken’s bolder, leaner cousin. The marinade is fiery but balanced, and once they hit the grill? That crispy charred skin is...