Favorite Recipes

Once upon a time, “Kelly and Ryan” co-host Kelly Ripa told Jimmy Kimmel she thinks her husband, Mark Consuelos, has narcolepsy, which she cleverly refers to as “Markolepsy.” The 47-year-old “Riverdale” dad doesn’t refute the claim, but comically says it’s because he’s a relaxed guy with a clean conscience. Is Hiram Lodge taking cat naps at the Pembrooke ...

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Note: This recipe for Sweet and Spicy Wasabi Popcorn was originally published on February 12, 2012 as part of the Simple Sundays series here on Kitchen Confidante. It has been updated with improved kitchen notes, recipe annotation, and photography. I hope you enjoy this favorite from my kitchen!

We are now entering what I like to call hell week. The last week of school before Christmas. Every child I know is currently insane. Every parent I know is pushed to their limit. Teachers can’t wait for school to get out. I’m wondering how much stuff can arrive from Amazon in the next few days before UPS alerts the authorities that I may be a hoarder. Somehow we have four non-urgent appointments with medical professionals this week. I’m wondering how long I can hold off an a...

A review of Butcher Box, an online high-quality grass-fed, organic meat supplier. In this post I provide a review of Butcher Box and also discuss the reasons why I eat meat.

My fellow carnivores! Do I have a treat for you?!

With Valentine’s Day approaching, you may be looking for a unique date night that is fun and different, and also doesn’t break the bank and is in’t just going out for dinner. Often Valentine’s Day looks like an overpriced price-fixed dinner, so I thought I would put together a few of our favorite date ideas that don’t involve going out for dinner!

Many childhood birthday traditions were a whirlwind of candy and Barbie dolls, so it makes sense that Barbie’s 60th birthday would be honored the same way. Luxury candy boutique Sugarfina has launched a limited-edition candy collection with Barbie in celebration of the toy’s landmark birthday, and its packaging looks li...

This Creamy Tuscan Chicken recipe is what dreams are made of! This easy weeknight dinner is creamy without any dairy, with bacon, sundried tomatoes and spinach and so delicious. This dish is Paleo, Keto and Whole30 friendly and bound to be a new family favorite! Made in partnership with my friends at Shenandoah Valley Organic!