Its all in the lean-to-fat ratio. Her answer was refreshingly straightforward, too. It all comes down to a ratio that even I can remember without checking my phone! Simply Recipes / Getty Images It isn’t just about numbers, though. It’s about literal chemistry. This definingpercentageaffects the taste and texture of meatloaf in several different ways. Simply Recipes / Getty Images However, too much fat can make your meatloaf excessively greasy."...

If you dont have half and half on hand, don’t panic. These 5 substitutes will work just as well. (Think creamy pastasaucesandscalloped potatoes!) Alison Bickel What Is Half and Half? Half and half is made by combining equal parts whole milk with light cream. However, it cannot bewhippedlike cream. Alison Bickel Whole Milk + Light Cream This is exactly whats in a carton of half and half. I recommendCalifia Farms Unsweetened Better Half....

This classic fruitcake is a family tradition and a welcome addition (yes, really!) to any holiday table. Are you a fruitcake lover? Elise Bauer Though this traditional holiday cake is often maligned (I guess some people don’t like candied fruit? ), it’s wonderful when well prepared. This fruitcake is our family’s favorite, packed withdates, walnuts, raisins, and glazed cherries. Elise Bauer Think raisin bread on steroids. These loaves also make terrific gifts....

This classic lasagna recipe is made with an easy meat sauce as the base. Layer the sauce with noodles and cheese, then bake until bubbly! This is great for feeding a big family and freezes well, too. Cambrea Bakes Everyone loves a good lasagna, right? It’s a great way to feed a crowd and a perfect dish to bring to a potluck. Leftovers will keep you happy for days. Cambrea Bakes...

These scones are just what you dream of picking up from your favorite coffee shop. Customize this scone recipe by adding dried fruit, nuts, glazes, and more. Whats your idea of the perfect scone? Alison Bickel Todays focus is on rich, ultra-buttery, American-style scones. The perfect treat to pair with your morning cup of coffee! A Buttery, Rich, and Sweet Scone Recipe American scones are rich and sweet. Alison Bickel...

When Ikea just won’t do, make these delicious homemade Swedish meatballs and impress everyone. My first experience with Swedish meatballs came in the form of room service at a hotel in Stockholm. That first night, I ordered the only thing on the menu that looked familiar: meatballs. Simply Recipes / Elise Bauer They were so good, I think I licked the plate clean. I stayed in and ordered Swedish meatballs every night for the rest of the trip!...

Simply Recipes / Sarah Crowder Snowy day? Of course, but what kind do you like? It turns out that the best hot cocoa is familiar and comforting. Simply Recipes / Sarah Crowder Could we pick out our go-to from a bunch of options and would it still be our favorite? Here’s what we learned. The Grown-Up Cocoa: Starbucks Classic Hot Cocoa Mix Who says only kids can have fun? Simply Recipes / Sarah Crowder...

These are her favorite Indian curry, appetizer, bread, and more. Well over a decade ago, I remember seeing Trader Joes Indian meals commanding space in my mother-in-laws freezer. Whats most extraordinary about Trader Joes frozen Indian meals is that they taste authentic. Simply Recipes / Sabrina Tan They are actually spicymost other brands shy away from heatand have bold flavors. My mother-in-law still laments the fish curry being discontinued. But like any products, there are hits and misses....

Not only is it easyitll add a new spark to your love affair with yogurt! Just press the right buttons, peek at it now and then, and youve made amazing yogurt. You dontneedan Instant Pot to make yogurtbut an Instant Pot is an ace yogurt maker. Simply Recipes / Alison Conklin If you love yogurt, give it a shotI think youll be hooked. And I love my homemade yogurt. Its silky and luxurious....

Trader Joes gets it. Its cool, its wacky, its loud, and it is deliciousa lot like my Bubbe. And like her, Trader Joes does Jewish food well. Simply Recipes / Wanda Abraham Thats until I moved to the U.S and became fast friends with a little place called Trader Joes. Trader Joesgets it.Its cool, its wacky, its loud, and it is delicious. In hindsight, it shares a lot in common with my Bubbe....

This key lime pie is an irresistible American classic. There is something irresistible about key lime pie. Key lime pie is one of those sweet indulgences that you probably shouldn’t eat on a daily basis. Elise Bauer But on a hot summer day? Or for a special gathering? This key lime pie is just perfect! Elise Bauer What Is Key Lime Filling Made of? This all American pie is easy to make, too....

Epic mashed potatoes could be enjoyed in borrowed clothes, but they wouldnt be possible without my potato ricer! Heres why you too should ditch your masher (or stand mixer!) and add a potato ricer to your kitchen for the best mashed potatoes youll ever make. Simply Recipes / Photo by Julia Gartland / Food Styling by Kaitlin Wayne Even the best potato mashers require several rounds of stamping onto the boiled potatoes to make them lump-free....

For me, it’s my Grandma Judy’s. The only reason I know how to make matzo balls is because Grandma Judy taught me. It was years ago over a scratchy Skype call. Simply Recipes / Leela Cyd Simply Recipes / Leela Cyd Growing up, our familys Seder was always hosted by my grandparents. For me, my siblings, and cousins, Passover was the crowd favorite holiday. Its interactive, theatrical even! Simply Recipes / Leela Cyd...