Marie Clare 
You’re stuck.Not on a crossword clue like “Thai street food staple” (answer: pad thai).But on the real-life puzzle: “What’s for dinner tonight?” You want something fast, fresh, and flavorful. Something with chewy noodles, crunchy peanuts, bright lime, and that addictive sweet-savory-tangy sauce you love from your favorite takeout spot. Good news: you can make a … Read more
You’re craving something bold, fresh, and satisfying.Something with chewy noodles, crunchy bean sprouts, a punch of garlic, and that addictive peanut-sesame sauce you love from your favorite Thai or Vietnamese spot. But you don’t want to wait for delivery—or pay $18 for one bowl. Good news: you can make a restaurant-worthy noodle dish with peanuts … Read more
You’re exhausted.The kids are hangry.And the thought of measuring, mixing, and managing five different pots feels like a part-time job. What if you could dump a few ingredients into a dish, slide it in the oven, and walk away—only to return to a hot, hearty, homemade dinner? Good news: you can. And it’s not just … Read more
You’re tired.The kids are hungry.And the thought of cooking three separate things—protein, grain, veggie—feels like climbing a mountain. What if you could toss everything into one pan, slide it in the oven, and walk away? Enter the one-pan chicken dinner: the ultimate weeknight hero that’s ready in under 45 minutes, uses minimal ingredients, and delivers … Read more
You love homemade meals.But you don’t love cooking every single night. What if you could spend one afternoon baking 4–6 casseroles—then pull out hot, comforting dinners on your busiest, most exhausted nights like you’re some kind of kitchen wizard? Good news: you can. And with the right strategy, your freezer meals will taste fresh, never … Read more
You made a beautiful casserole.Cheesy, saucy, bubbling with tender chicken, pasta, or potatoes. But now it’s day two. And you’re staring at that leftover square, wondering: How do I warm this up without turning it into a dry, rubbery brick? If you’ve ever microwaved a casserole only to find a crusty top and a cold … Read more
You’ve perfected your chicken broccoli bake.Your green bean casserole is legendary.But every time you pull it from the oven… the dish cracks, the edges burn, or the bottom sticks like glue. What if the problem isn’t your recipe—but your baking dish? After testing dozens of pans over 15 years of cooking, hosting, and meal prepping, … Read more
You pull your casserole out of the oven.It smells amazing—golden cheese, bubbling edges, that perfect crust on top. But when you scoop a serving… liquid floods the plate.Your green bean casserole is soup. Your chicken bake is swimming. Your potato gratin looks like a stew. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Watery casseroles are … Read more
You love stuffing.But you don’t need a whole turkey to enjoy it. What if you could have that savory, herby, buttery goodness—mixed with tender chicken, veggies, and maybe a little cheese—baked into one cozy casserole? Good news: you can. And it’s ready in under an hour with minimal fuss. Enter the chicken stuffing casserole: the … Read more
You know that craving—the one for something warm, cheesy, deeply satisfying, but not as fussy as lasagna? Enter baked ziti with ricotta and mozzarella: the unsung hero of Italian-American comfort food. It’s got all the soul of lasagna—tender pasta, rich tomato sauce, creamy ricotta, melted mozzarella—but without the layering stress. Just toss, bake, and serve. … Read more