Making mule ears (molasses cookies)
Recipes that have been in the family for years are pretty special. Find out how to make mule ear cookies, a generations-old recipe that can’t be beat.
Do you need to wash your hands after touching your phone while cooking?
Forty percent of people do not wash their hands after touching their smart devices while cooking, but should they?
The best tomatoes for homemade ketchup
Paste tomatoes are great for making sauces, including homemade ketchup.
How to make old-fashioned cheesecake
This simple, classic cheesecake recipe is great for seasoned bakers and beginners alike.
Dad’s favorite peach-blueberry cobbler
We’re really just a dessert family, but this cobbler recipe is at the top of my dad’s favorite recipes list.
Here’s the scoop on butter, margarine and spreads
Each one has a different composition and can affect the quality, appearance and taste of whatever you’re making.
How to make Waldorf salad with Greek yogurt
This twist on the classic Waldorf salad substitutes Greek yogurt for mayonnaise, creating a healthier and just as tasty version.
9 tips for cooking and baking with bananas
Bananas are in-season all year long, so there’s always a great time to enjoy this tropical fruit.
Tomato cultivars for Ohio gardens
If you’re a seasoned grower, you know what to grow, but if you’re new to the gardening scene, choosing tomato varieties can leave you scratching your head.
Here’s the scoop on calorie counting at the fair
It’s tempting to overindulge at these once-a-year festivals, but keep in mind how many calories you’re putting away in a single trip to the fair.

























