You might be wondering why I’m starting a different platform from my regular one on Preppy Kitchen. The simple answer? I love connecting with people. Substack gives us a unique opportunity to hang out in a more interactive way and get to know each other on a more personal level (without algorithms getting in the…
If you love coffee, I urge you to try any coffee lovers dream cocktail, the Espresso Martini! Technically, it’s not a true martini because it doesn’t contain any vermouth, but it’s served in traditional martini glasses and has become just as iconic. It’s strong but sweet, rich, smooth, and utterly delicious! It’s pretty much like…
Did you know you can make your own sour cream with 3 staple ingredients and less than 5 minutes of hands-on time? That’s right! By simply mixing heavy cream, lemon juice, and whole milk together, you kick off a reaction between the acid and milk proteins that produces a thick sour cream with a tangy…
Soft and addictively squishy, this marshmallow recipe makes a vanilla-scented sweet treat you’ll want over and over again! You need just a few ingredients and a little time to pull off this recipe. In this updated post, I share all my tips for the perfect marshmallows. From using a candy thermometer to take the guesswork…
Biscotti are a classic Italian cookie that is crisp, crunchy, not too sweet, and loaded with almonds! They are typically served with an espresso beverage for dunking, softening their crisp texture into the perfect bite. Over the decades, biscotti recipes in the United States have been adapted slightly to produce a softer, more crumbly texture….
A homemade deep dish pizza recipe is the perfect answer to mixing up pizza night. What sets Chicago-style pizza apart from others is its deep layers of toppings tucked inside a buttery crust. Yes, the crust is buttery in flavor with a crisp, somewhat flaky texture! (More on that later.) During recipe testing, I discovered…
I’ve been making this pumpkin chocolate chip bread recipe for years, and let me assure you, there have been many iterations. From testing it with homemade pumpkin purée and canned pumpkin pie filling to experimenting with melted butter versus oil to find the right texture, this recipe has gone through rigorous testing to become what…
Homemade apple turnovers are so easy to make, and there’s nothing quite like biting into a freshly baked turnover while it’s still slightly warm. Since I first developed this recipe, I heard from a few readers that they didn’t have quite enough filling to make the full batch of turnovers. I’m all in favor of…
