It’s unfair. Fresh, hot, from-scratch cinnamon buns are a beloved treat, especially for tasty Christmas breakfast. Who doesn’t want to wake up to the smell of cinnamon and caramelizing sugar, or stumble down to the kitchen to find fresh-from-the-oven, slathered-in-icing cinnamon buns, just waiting for you to dive in?

Dana Velden

Sep 21, 2022

30-Minute Puff Pastry Cinnamon Rolls Are Perfect for Lazy Mornings

Sit back, relax, and let a box of puff pastry do all the work for you.

Kelli Foster

Sep 21, 2022

This Retro Pear Salad Deserves a Second Look

Just try it!

Patty Catalano

Sep 20, 2022

Yay or Nay? Setting a Kiddie Table at Holiday Dinners

There was always a kiddie table growing up, and graduating to the grown-up table was considered quite a big deal. (And as the youngest in a large extended family, it was a very big deal.) Now that we’re the grown-ups in charge of seating arrangements, what do you think about the kids’ table?As fond as I am of my memories of that first meal at the grown-up table, I find myself questioning the whole idea of a kid’s table at holiday meals. For one thing, does it really work?!

Emma Christensen

Sep 20, 2022

My Christmas in Mexico City

One of my favorite holiday memories of Mexico City was on my first New Year’s Eve, when I ran down a dark street in my patent-leather heels, clutching an empty tote bag. My friend’s grandmother called, “Córrele, córrele!” (Run, run!) In the States I usually spent New Year’s Eve in a bar or at a party, but dashing through a residential neighborhood just after midnight felt thrilling — especially if it truly meant I’d travel more in the new year.

Lesley Téllez

Sep 19, 2022

Roasting Brussels Sprouts with Honey and Balsamic Makes Them Seriously Good

Consider this the only Brussels sprouts recipe you'll ever need.

Sheela Prakash

Sep 18, 2022

How To Make Honey-Glazed Ham in the Slow Cooker

It saves oven space and results in a superior ham.

Meghan Splawn

Sep 5, 2022

Bacon, Potato, and Egg Breakfast Casserole

This is one of the simplest, heartiest breakfast casseroles we know how to make.

Faith Durand

Sep 1, 2022

Easy 15-Minute Garlic Butter Mushrooms

Button mushrooms are cooked in browned butter, garlic, and fresh thyme for the easiest fancy side dish.

Christine Gallary

Aug 30, 2022

This Pecan Pie Is Proof That Chocolate Makes Everything Better

Don't wait until Thanksgiving to make it.

Patty Catalano

Aug 18, 2022

Parmesan Breadcrumbs Make These Fast and Fancy Green Beans a Star

A side dish you're sure to turn to frequently.

Sheela Prakash

Aug 18, 2022

Buttery Glazed Carrots Are a Classic For a Reason

This simple side will never go out of style.

Kelli Foster

Aug 11, 2022

Bonne Maman’s 2022 Advent Calendar Just Dropped — and It’s Bound to Sell out Fast!

Shopping

Hurry — they don't last very long!

Erin Cavoto

Jul 27, 2022

Recipe: Stovetop Brussels Sprouts Hash with Crispy Sage and Walnuts

Sliced into thin ribbons and sautéed with butter, onions, and pancetta, these deluxe Brussels sprouts get dressed up even further with a topping of butter-browned walnuts and crispy fried sage. Yes, please! So much holiday flavor in one little vegetable dish. This recipe has changed the way I think about Brussels sprouts — I’ll never steam them again! You can slice the sprouts yourself, or buy them pre-shredded (I know Trader Joe’s carries them this way.

Coco Morante

May 17, 2022

Reindeer Food

Every holiday season we ask a few friends to join us here at The Kitchn for a series of guest posts. The topics range from favorite holiday recipes to family memories and traditions. Today’s guest: Germaine Leece of Some Home Truths, an always thoughtful and inspiring blog. (We’ve peeked inside her own home kitchen in Sydney, too!) Welcome Germaine!

Guest of The Kitchn

May 17, 2022

Recipe: Ginger Cinnamon Caramels

We are big fans of the fantastically spicy ginger chews from Ginger People (although… their oddly anthropomorphic ginger mascots? Cute or creepy?) Spicy ginger is comforting and warm, nice for winter colds, and so delicious with hot tea. When making our last batch of caramels we decided to try out our new ginger extract and make ginger candies ourselves. How did they turn out? For pictures and more, read on…We love them.

Faith Durand

May 17, 2022

Holiday Entertaining: Throw a Breakfast Party

Our schedules for the next couple of weeks are packed. We’re sure yours are, too. But if you want to get together with friends to celebrate the season and don’t have an evening to spare, why not invite friends over for breakfast or brunch? They can fuel up before they head out Christmas shopping.If you work from home (and have friends who do, too) or have a flexible schedule, you might even be able to throw a casual breakfast party during the week.

Elizabeth Passarella

May 12, 2022

Cute Gift Idea: Quick Bread In a Bottle

We love giving gifts in jars or recipe kitsAuthors Charity Ferreira and Jil Peters layered the dry ingredients for Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Quick Bread in glass bottles “from milk we bought in an independent food market, which is a good source for milk from small, local dairies.” Alternatively, they suggest using quart-size canning jars. (We have also seen vintage milk bottles for sale at Etsy.

Emily Han

May 12, 2022

Tips for Freezing Holiday (or Any Day) Cookies

Cookies are one of the easiest things to get a jump on when it comes to planning for the holidays. And most recipes freeze beautifully. So if you have the space, and you’ve already got our recommended tools for easy baking, why not start? We’ve got some tips for freezing those homemade treats.You have two very obvious options when it comes to freezing cookies: before baking or after.

Elizabeth Passarella

May 11, 2022

Our Guide to the Make-Ahead Brunch

As I was planning my Mother’s Day brunch a few weeks ago, I looked back through our tips and advice for making brunch ahead of time and discovered that we have written quite a lot on this topic over the years. What can I say — most of us aren’t morning people! When making brunch, we like to get a head start.

Faith Durand

May 11, 2022

Aldi Has the Secret to the Best Thanksgiving Side Dish — And It’s Less than $1

Groceries

It's as close to homemade as you can get.

Patty Catalano

May 11, 2022

The Surprising Truth About Crêpes Suzette

They're so much easier to make than you think.

Amelia Rampe

Apr 29, 2022

Pair Poached Shrimp with Homemade Thousand Island Dressing for the Perfect Bite

Swap out the usual cocktail sauce with this tangy-creamy mayonnaise-based dressing.

Alexis deBoschnek

Apr 22, 2022

How to Make Soft and Tender Dinner Rolls

Warm rolls will make any dinner better. Don't forget the dish of salted butter!

Emma Christensen

Mar 30, 2022

Pineapple Ham Glaze

This sweet and savory glaze for baked ham will become your go-to.

Perry Santanachote

Apr 8, 2022

Ham and Potato Soup

Turn leftover ham into a cozy bowl of creamy, comforting goodness.

Christine Gallary

Apr 4, 2022

I Tried Nearly a Dozen Frozen Apple Pies — One Stood Out as the Best and the Closest to Homemade

Taste Test

It also happened to be the prettiest!

Aliza Gans

Mar 9, 2022

The Fast and Fancy Appetizer Your Guests Will Go Wild For

The only dinner party appetizer you need.

Patty Catalano

Feb 28, 2022

Whipped Hot Chocolate

If you're on Team Whipped Cream, this is the recipe for you.

Sahara Bohoskey

Feb 21, 2022

Lobster Mac and Cheese

Three cheeses and tender lobster make this the most decadent mac and cheese recipe.

Amelia Rampe

Feb 6, 2022

Ginger Snaps

Sweet, spicy perfection.

Stephanie Loo

Feb 5, 2022

Sponge Cake

Top with fruit and whipped cream, or layer it into a trifle.

Amelia Rampe

Jan 31, 2022

Classic New York Cheesecake

A note from the cross-tester: "It truly is the best NY cheesecake I’ve ever had!"

Laura Rege

Jan 27, 2022

Spinach Gratin

A comforting yet elegant blend of cheese, eggs, and spinach.

Christine Gallary

Jan 25, 2022

Deep-Fried Brussels Sprouts

Crispy, caramelized perfection in just 20 minutes.

Amelia Rampe

Jan 22, 2022

Recipe: Cider-Glazed Brussels Sprouts and Bacon

Up the ante on Brussels sprouts this Thanksgiving with bacon and a sweet apple cider glaze.

Kelli Foster

Jan 13, 2022

Recipe: Wild Rice and Kale Casserole

Vegetarian comfort food at its finest.

Kelli Foster

Jan 13, 2022

Celebrity Recipe Showdown

Attention, holiday bakers — this is very best cut-out sugar cookie recipe.

Patty Catalano

Jan 11, 2022

Dynamite Lumpia

Surprise and delight your guests with this Filipino-style jalapeño popper.

Amelia Rampe

Dec 29, 2021

Freeze-Ahead Horta Phyllo Pockets

These crispy, buttery phyllo triangles stuffed with mixed greens and feta cheese are a favorite with guests.

Ivy Manning

Dec 28, 2021

These Are All the Year-End Mattress Deals Worth Shopping

Shopping

Most are even editor tested (and loved)!

Kendall Cornish

Dec 27, 2021

Smoky Brussels Sprouts Frittata

The cheesy, wholesome answer for right now.

Sheela Prakash

Dec 27, 2021

Lumpia Shanghai

Between the savory filling and the crispy fried exterior, lumpia are easy to love.

Amelia Rampe

Dec 26, 2021

Baked Eggnog Custards

We all have holiday traditions we remember from growing up. When I think about my own, I think about my mom spending hours on Baked Alaska for my father’s company Christmas party each year. I think about stockings and lottery tickets on Christmas Eve and new pajamas. And I think about baked custards. In our house, baked custard wasn’t reserved just for the holidays.

Megan Gordon

Dec 23, 2021

Mashed Potato Stuffed Shells

Kitchn Love Letters

Jumbo shells are stuffed with mashed potatoes and cheese for the ultimate carb-in-carb combo.

Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner

Dec 23, 2021

Diner Breakfast Egg Bake

This easy casserole brings all your a.m. favorites together in one dish.

Dawn Perry

Dec 23, 2021

Overnight Merguez and Mushroom Strata