You can turn velvety apricots and sweet, juicy cherries into a spirited confection—with a little help from your liquor cupboard. Everything Cherries Week continues here at Seed to Pantry as we celebrate fresh, sweet cherries and my role as a Washington State Fruit Commission Canbassador. What is a Canbassador? As a Canbassador I create and … Read more

Tuna Blender Pie is flavorful, moist, and an absolute lifesaver on busy days. The batter comes together in under five minutes—just toss the ingredients into a blender and you’re ready to go. Blender pies are humble, practical comfort food—perfect for freezing or serving warm. In Brazil you’ll find countless variations: chicken, tuna, vegetarian versions and … Read more

Keto Rhubarb Lemon Meringue Squares: a refined, low-carb dessert that highlights tart rhubarb. The base is a moist, lemon-scented almond cake, the center a sweet-tangy rhubarb custard, and the top a light, fluffy meringue. Don’t be intimidated by the three layers — this dessert is straightforward and yields an impressive result. It began as a … Read more

This Halloween Marshmallow Spider Web Cake is a moist pumpkin layer cake finished with deep black chocolate buttercream and topped with stretched, sticky melted marshmallows shaped into a spiderweb. It’s a fun, dramatic dessert that’s perfect for kids’ Halloween parties and any spooky-season celebration. Marshmallow Spider Web Cake If you want a show-stopping way to … Read more

I’ve been experimenting with new Halloween treats and testing familiar favorites, and everything turned out delicious. Of course I wanted a cute way to share these snacks, so I made simple, printable Halloween treat bag toppers to dress up your goodie bags. If you enjoy handing out treats in little bags, these toppers make the … Read more

This Spicy Eggplant and Tomato Dip balances heat and sweetness perfectly. Enjoy it with crackers, on toast, or as part of a main meal. Just seven simple ingredients make this delicious, crowd-pleasing dip (Vegan + Gluten-Free). Dips are my thing—vegan cheese sauce, hummus, guacamole, tzatziki, roasted red pepper spreads… I can’t get enough. Dips are … Read more

Now, I’m no expert, but I’ve handled back-to-school mornings for six years. That’s six times re-establishing a routine after the freedom of summer, six rounds of buying supplies I didn’t expect to need (who knew glue sticks multiply?), and six first days where I forgot something and our whole morning felt off. Not this year. … Read more

Are you craving warm, tender cinnamon rolls but short on time or sensitive to heavy, refined ingredients? As a busy parent, I wanted a quicker, gentler version of this classic treat—without yeast, long rising times, or ingredients that upset the stomach. These gluten-free cottage cheese cinnamon rolls are the result: protein-rich, naturally sweetened, and ready … Read more

Everyone appreciates flowers, and many cultures incorporate them into rituals and daily life. In Japan, that appreciation evolved into the refined practice of ikebana — a disciplined art of flower arrangement with roots stretching back centuries. Initially part of offerings to the gods, ikebana developed into a formalized craft passed down through families and taught … Read more

This chicken and lime soup is a simple, fresh take on a Mexican favorite. Bright lime juice, tender chicken, tomatoes, cilantro, and sweet corn come together to make a light, flavorful soup that’s perfect for using up leftover or rotisserie chicken. I rely on leftover or rotisserie chicken to keep this recipe quick and easy. … Read more