Ann Fulton
The Most Flavorful Roasted Turkey Legs or Thighs
A simple spice rub and one clever trick are the keys to crispy skin and tender, juicy meat that’s brimming with flavor. Easy to prep ahead and pop in the oven when ready. Where turkey and chicken are concerned, there have long been two distinct camps: Team White Meat and Team Dark. This recipe…
Slow Cooker Turkey Breast and Gravy
This hands-off, foolproof way to achieve tender, juicy white meat can be fully prepped the night before if desired, and there are two spectacular gravy options－or you can simply make use of the pan juices. The aroma of Thanksgiving wafting from your kitchen is an added bonus! I created this recipe back in 2012…
A Few of my Favorite Things－Holiday Edition
Are you making your list and checking it twice? Our annual collection of holiday favorites strikes a balance of practical, thoughtful, and economical, with a little something for everyone! 🎁 This year, I am not going to save my holiday gift preparations until the last minute. (I figured if I…
Slow Cooker Spiced Apple Butter
The heavenly aroma of sweet apples and warm spices fills your kitchen with this versatile fall favorite that can be sweetened to taste. The generous batch freezes well, and you can even bake with it! Maybe you’ve shied away from apple butter because it seems limited to toast and plain yogurt. If those items aren’t…
Broccoli and Prosciutto Bake
This quick-to-assemble casserole is ideal on a busy night or when you simply don’t feel like cooking. It can also be made in advance and reheated and it freezes beautifully. Perfect for a potluck, to deliver to a friend in need, or to pack in a cooler for a weekend get-away. Years ago, when…
Caramel Apple Nachos
This fun twist on nachos delivers the flavor and crunch of a caramel apple, but in finger-food form. A hit with adults and kids alike! When I think back to the cool fall days of my childhood, apples weave their way into so many fond memories. Bobbing for apples at Halloween parties, picking apples…
The Easiest Arugula Salad
The simplest of vinaigrettes provides exceptional flavor in this crunchy, creamy, peppery, nutrient-dense salad that is so much more than the sum of its parts. (Video included!) This salad can be whipped up in a flash, yet when served, people tend to think it’s something special. Don’t you love it when that happens? The…
Everything Crusted Salmon
When used on salmon, the classic bagel coating provides crisp crunch and great flavor for a super speedy meal the whole family will love. As an added bonus, the recipe can be scaled to a single serving or to accommodate a larger group. When I make a sauce or spice rub, I tend to…
Pumpkin Spice Chai Latte
There may be no shortage of pumpkin spice lattes in this world, but now you can make them at home, with tea or coffee, iced or hot, and with several other customizable options. You may even find that the homemade version tastes fresher…and at a fraction of the usual price! I adore coffee and pumpkin, but I…
Crunchy Top Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal (Muffins Optional)
Pumpkin and warm spices join a short list of kitchen staples in this hearty breakfast that may be prepared in advance and enjoyed throughout the week. From sweet pies, muffins, cookies, and cakes to savory soups, vinaigrettes, and even butter, there are so many ways to enjoy pumpkin. For a quick pumpkin fix, I’ve long…
A Few of my Favorite Things－October
While not all of us are ready for shorter days and cooler temperatures, there is something nice about a cozy sweater, colorful leaves, pumpkins, football, and a pot of hot soup－and maybe some candy corn and a scary movie or two! Happy October! Before we launch into this month’s favorites,…
Homemade Limoncello
Bring the Amalfi Coast to you with this easy-to-make Italian liqueur. The lightly sweet, lemony flavor is perfect as a mixer or an after-dinner drink and makes a festive holiday or hostess gift. 🍋 My mother-in-law introduced me to this light-tasting, lemony Italian liqueur several years ago after she and my father-in-law traveled to the…
