Grilled Cocktails: Smoky Summer Drinks with Charred Fruit

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Before you put steaks and chicken on the grill, brighten the gathering with these grilled cocktails. Grilling fruit adds smoky, caramelized notes that transform ordinary drinks into something memorable. Skip sugary, preservative-filled premade mixes and refresh your frozen and on-the-rocks cocktails with real grilled fruit. Peaches, citrus, pineapple and mango all respond well to the … Read more

Perfect Homemade Bread: Step-by-Step Rustic Loaf Recipe

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This homemade bread starts in a bread machine and finishes in the oven to deliver a light, fluffy loaf with a tender crumb. It’s simple, satisfying, and perfect alongside dinner, for sandwiches, or as a snack with butter. Homemade Bread Recipe This recipe uses basic pantry ingredients and your bread machine to do most of … Read more

Mexican Cauliflower Arroz con Pollo Recipe: Low-Carb Chicken & Rice Alternative

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Mexican cauliflower arroz con pollo is a healthy twist on classic chicken with rice. This version swaps rice for cauliflower rice while staying full of flavor and loaded with vegetables. Mexican Cauliflower Arroz Con Pollo We’re nearing the end of a 30-day Whole30 and I’ve enjoyed experimenting with compliant recipes. Many traditional dishes adapt well … Read more

Protein-Packed Black Bean and Quinoa Bowl Recipe

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Sharing one of our favorite meals today: a vibrant, nutritious Quinoa Bowl. This Black Bean Quinoa Bowl is loaded with fresh vegetables and bold flavors—perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner. Quinoa Bowl I’m excited to share this simple, delicious quinoa bowl. I first enjoyed a similar bowl at a small Laguna Beach café called … Read more

5 Essential Tips for First-Time Cruise Travelers

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We recently took our first cruise — a round trip from Seattle through Alaska’s Inside Passage with Princess Cruises. We were eager to see Alaska and ended up having an unforgettable trip. Along the way I learned a few practical things that made the experience better, so I wanted to share my top five tips … Read more

Orange Cinnamon Swirl Brioche Recipe — Carla’s Signature Treat

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The aroma of this brioche while you make, bake and eat it is intoxicating — warm orange and sweet cinnamon that conjure summer evenings in Morocco. Fresh from the oven it’s hard to resist; the crumb is fragrant and tender and the flavour can feel mildly addictive. I discovered this recipe by chance after connecting … Read more

Solo Stir-Fry Noodles Recipe: Quick Single-Serve Meal

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These quick and easy stir fry noodles for one will become your new go-to when you’re in a rush! When dinner needs to happen fast, a stir-fry is my first choice. They’re quick, flexible, and you can usually throw together a tasty noodle bowl from pantry staples. Keep a few packs of rice noodles on … Read more

Keto Pork Shoulder Recipe: Tender Slow-Roasted Pork Shoulder

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This easy keto pork shoulder comes out tender, flavorful, and wonderfully satisfying. My family loves this roast and I’m excited for you to try it. I enjoy serving filling, comforting dishes and this keto pork shoulder is always a hit. Pork shoulder is often available at a good price, and this recipe makes it easy … Read more

Cajun Grilled Chicken Kebabs with Peppers and Onions

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Not quite done with summer flavors yet — here are flavorful Cajun Chicken Kebabs that use few ingredients and a short marinade. Perfect for backyard barbecues or a simple weeknight meal. Cajun Chicken Kebabs I’ve been reaching for the same homemade Cajun seasoning a lot this season — guilty as charged. It’s quick to make … Read more

Matcha Muffins with White Chocolate Chips: Soft & Moist Recipe

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Matcha is special, so my first matcha recipe on Broken Oven Baking had to be excellent. These White Chocolate Chip Matcha Muffins highlight matcha’s unique flavor without overpowering the palate, balanced by sweet, creamy white chocolate. They’re easy to make, light and fluffy, and have a beautiful green hue. I usually start the day with … Read more