By Sarah McNeal-Weaver   If you’re plagued with a sweet tooth, you’ll love this recipe for blondies.   This yummy treat looks like a brownie, but is made with a cookie base and has a “cakey” consistency.   They are easy to make and so, so  good.     WHAT YOU NEED   4 cups flour, sifted   2 tsp baking soda    2 c of butter softened    1 1/2 cups brown sugar    1/2 cup white sugar     4 eggs   2 packages of instant vanilla pudding mix   2 tsp vanilla   chocolate chips      HOW

By Julie Brinkley   I love bringing you healthy, flavorful recipes every week and Mediterranean food is one of my favorites.   This recipe is trending on TikTok and there are several variations.   Click here to watch a video on how it’s made.     WHAT YOU NEED   2 lbs. ground chicken    1 small red onion   3 cloves of garlic   Handful of parsley   1 jalapeno    2 tbsp tomato paste   1 tbsp sumac (alternative za’tar or lemon zest)   1 tsp chili flakes   ½ ground cumin   1 tbs

Milk and coffee pair well with this cinnamon sugar donut bread.  By Sarah McNeal-Weaver  Flour Riot If you need a sweet treat, this recipe for cinnamon sugar donut bread is one your family will absolutely love.   Here’s the recipe!   WHAT YOU NEED   2 cups all-purpose flour   1 ½ cups granulated sugar      2 teaspoons baking powder      Dash of salt    1 ¼ cups whole milk   Spoonful of Greek yogurt       1 large egg, room temperature      2 tablespoons butter melted    1 tab

By Julie Brinkley If you’re a busy family who wants an easy, fast and delicious meal, this viral TikTok recipe for rotisserie chicken and rice in a bag is worth the hype!   It’s easy and fabulous (and there are a ton of variations).   Click here to watch how I make it.   WHAT YOU NEED   Rotisserie chicken  ( Remove from bag, reserving juices. Debone and shred pieces, return to bag.)   2 cups cooked rice   ¼ cup rice wine vinegar    2 green onions   2 small mini cucumbers, d

Strawberry chocolate chip scones By Sarah McNeal-Weaver   If you’re looking to make a sweet treat to start your Valentine’s Day celebration, this recipe for strawberry chocolate chip scones is perfect.   (And they pair nicely with a hot cup of coffee.)   WHAT YOU NEED   2 cups flour   1/3 cup granulated sugar    1/4 tsp salt    1 tablespoon baking powder      1/2 cup salted butter (cold)   1/2 cup heavy cream    1 egg   2 tsp vanilla    About five chopped strawberries    Hand

These easy, delicious brownies will satisfy that sweet tooth you've been fighting with. By Sarah McNeal-Weaver   If you are looking for a sweet treat to bring to Sunday’s Super Bowl bash, these crowd pleasing brownies are perfect! They are super easy to make and equally delicious!     WHAT YOU NEED   1 cup salted butter, melted and cooled   2 cups white sugar    4 eggs    2/3 cup cocoa powder      1 cup flour    1 tsp vanilla    Handful of chocolate chips    Optional: nuts, c

Butter drop biscuits and easy to make and delicious.   By Sarah Weaver   I love biscuits and gravy.   But I am always baffled that so many people take the time to make a delicious gravy, only to use canned biscuits.   So, ditch ‘em!   Homemade biscuits are easier to make than you might think.   HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED   1 1/2 cups flour    2 tsp baking powder    1 tsp salt    1 stick of butter    3/4 cup whole milk      HOW TO MAKE THEM   Preheat oven to 400 degrees and line a b

By Julie Brinkley   There’s nothing like a piping hot bowl of soup to warm you up on a cold winter’s night.   We are taking this potato soup recipe up a notch by adding Boursin cheese and protein.   Click here to watch a video on how it’s made. WHAT YOU NEED   3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cubed   Two packages Boursin cheese   One package turkey smoked sausage, sliced in bite-size pieces   1 teaspoon garlic powder   1 teaspoon onion powder    One carton chicken stock

By Sarah Weaver   Our family loves this recipe for high protein strawberry cheesecake bites!   This versatile recipe  keeps well in the fridge.   It’s sweet and will help keep those New Year’s resolutions in check! Click here to watch a video on how they're made.     WHAT YOU NEED   1 cup Greek yogurt    1 cup zero sugar cool whip    1 package sugar free cheesecake pudding mix    1 package strawberries, cleaned and dried   For covering: Chocolate chips/coconut oil      HOW T

By Julie Brinkley   Not only is this recipe full of flavor, it’s lean and green and made with simple ingredients.   If you’re watching your carbs, substitute white rice for cauliflower rice.   Click here to watch a video on how I make it.   WHAT YOU NEED   1 lb. ground beef, lean   White rice   3 green onions   2 tbsp soy sauce   1 tbsp rice wine vinegar   1 tsp ginger   2 cloves garlic   2 tsp sesame oil   1 tbsp Gochujang    1 tbsp brown sugar   English cucumber   Carrots

Victor Eichhorn and his wife recently opened Noblemen Wines in downtown Glen Rose. By SARA VANDEN BERGE   The Husband and I are on a mission to learn all we can about wine.   We have toured Bourdeaux France, wineries in Portugal, and most recently, Paso Robles in sunny California.     And these are our big takeaways.   1. The most expensive wines aren’t necessarily the best.   2. Our favorite wines are attached to the memories and people we share them with.   3. Texas wines a

By SARA VANDEN BERGE   If you’re one of the estimated 25% of Americans participating in Dry January, the weekends just got easier.   Newton’s Saddlerack has unveiled its new “mocktail” menu, which includes the Desert Rose Ranch Water, Ranch Breeze, Cactus Blossom Mockarita, Cinnamon Pecan Coupe, Coastal Cowgirl and Lavender Lemonade.   “In honor of Dry January, we’re excited to announce the addition of these fun and flavorful, alcohol-free mocktails to our menu,” Melanie New

By Sarah Weaver   New Year’s resolutions I hear most from people are the desire to lose weight and get healthy, save money and do more cooking at home.   This recipe for no knead bread is one of my favorite things to make because it’s simple and uses minimal ingredients.   Give it a try and let me know what you think.     WHAT YOU NEED   1 packet active dry yeast   1 ½ tbsp white sugar   1 ¼ cup warm water   3 cups all-purpose flour    2 tbsp salt   2 tbsp olive oil      HOW

By Julie Brinkley   This recipe is a new one for me.   It has all the delicious flavors of salmon and sushi without uncooked fish.   (And yes, you can get the seaweed paper at HEB.)   Click here to watch a video on how they are made.   WHAT YOU NEED   1 lb. salmon   1 tsp avocado oil   1 tbsp soy sauce   ½ tsp paprika     ½ tsp chili lime seasoning   ½ tsp garlic powder   Pinch of salt and pepper   Nori sheets   Prepared white rice or high protein rice alternative.     TOPPI

Melty cheese stuffed inside this sweet potato is delish. By SARA VANDEN BERGE   I don’t know what it is about Courtney Cook, but I’m obsessed.   The TikTok sensation has gained a cult following with her quirky recipes and I have now made her cheese-stuffed sweet potato three times.   (Not counting the one I am eating for dinner tonight.)   I was never a big fan of sweet potatoes despite their serious health benefits.   These nutrient-dense potatoes offer high amounts of beta-

By SARA VANDEN BERGE   If you’re on TikTok, you’ve certainly fallen on the side of Courtney Cook, you know the charming young mother who has gone viral for her interesting recipes.   Courtney makes strange, but delicious-looking concoctions that have made her a TikTok sensation.   She makes these Korean eggs that look so delicious I couldn’t wait to try them.   I mean, what’s not to like about boiled eggs soaked in soy sauce and green onions and topped with kewpie mayo?   I m

By Julie Brinkley   Not only is this pasta filling and easy to make, it’s incredibly flavorful.   Made with Italian sausage, chicken stock, heavy cream and parmesan cheese, this delicious recipe is rich, creamy and the perfect end to a long day.   Click here to watch a video on how it’s made.   WHAT YOU NEED   1 lb ground Italian sausage (mild or spicy)   1 onion, diced   1 green bell pepper, diced   Minced garlic, to taste   3 tablespoons tomato paste   1 can (8 ounces) tom

By Sarah Weaver   Holiday baking is never complete without a batch of traditional sugar cookies.   This easy recipe is fun to make with the kids (especially the decorating)!   WHAT YOU NEED   1 cup butter 1 cup sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 egg 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 3 cups all-purpose flour   HOW TO MAKE THEM Cream butter and sugar in a mixer; add vanilla and egg.   In a separate bowl, combine baking powder, salt and flour. Add flour mixture to butter mixtu

By Sarah McNeal-Weaver   Christmas is coming and your kitchen should be stocked and ready for a visit from Santa.   These delicious gingerbread latte cheesecake cookie cups are enough to get The Grinch into the holiday spirit.   Here’s how to make them.     WHAT YOU NEED   ¾ cup softened butter    1 cup brown sugar (I prefer light)   1 egg   4 TBS molasses   2 cups all-purpose flour      1 ½ tsp ground ginger   2 tsp cinnamon    pinch of nutmeg   pinch of ground cloves   1 ts

By Sarah Weaver   Is there any better combo than chocolate and cherries?   This recipe combines the two for a perfectly delicious cookie.     WHAT YOU NEED   2 1/2 cups flour    ¼ tsp salt   1 cup softened butter   ¾ cup white sugar     1-2 tbs cherry juice from jar   1 tsp vanilla    ½ c chopped cherries (from jar)   ½ mini chocolate chips    HOW TO MAKE THEM   Place butter and sugar in mixer and let whisk until light and fluffy.   In separate bowl, combine flour and salt; a