I am usually the biggest proponent of eating as much ice cream as possible. At least in theory. But I think we can all agree that there are moments when a waffle cone stuffed with three heaping scoops leaves you feeling stuffed and a little sick. That’s why the idea behind Hold the Cone! Vanilla Mini Ice Cream Cones from Trader Joe’s is so ingenious: If you’re craving ice cream, but you don’t want to overdo it, a mini ice cream cone should be enough to satisfy your sweet tooth. And for $3 for a box of eight cones, they’re very well-priced.

The mini cones were recently dubbed the “best” dessert at Trader Joe’s, according to their loyal customers, so obviously I had to try them out for myself. Would they really satisfy my ice cream craving?

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I’ve always wanted to be that person who has a morning or nighttime ritual — who sits with the newspaper every morning when sipping their coffee or meditates for 10 minutes before bed. Sadly, rituals are usually lost on me. I get bored or just forget to partake. That’s slowly starting to change, however, as I’ve begun to practice a little more self-care.

It started as an effort to keep my cool and feel my best through the busy holiday season, and since then it’s stuck — I have a real, true ritual! It’s an herbal tea habit that not only helps me wind down at night, but also lets me practice a little mindfulness and connect with my husband at the same time.

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Whether you’re following Whole30 or not, this is an easy, flavor-packed dinner that deserves a regular spot in your meal plan. Chicken thighs are slicked with a tangy, bold-flavored pantry sauce, and yet they’re still versatile enough to pair with a variety of sides and veggies.

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There are two things that drive me absolutely crazy about my kitchen: I basically have to crawl into the corner cabinet to fish my slow cooker from its depths and one of my utensil drawers does not open unless I open the oven first.

These are very clear indicators of a poor kitchen design. And, as we get ready to renovate our very dated kitchen, you better believe I’m keeping notes. To avoid making the same mistakes the previous owner did, I asked architects, contractors, interior designers, and other industry experts for the biggest kitchen design faux pas you can make.

Here’s what they had to say.

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Everyone celebrates their birthday differently, but if there’s one common thread, it’s the presence of a cake (or, at the very least, a birthday-inspired dessert). Whether you’re baking a celebratory treat for yourself, your kids, your best friend, or a coworker, here are our eight all-time favorite birthday cakes and birthday-inspired desserts.

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Welcome to Snapshot Cooking, the home of Kitchn’s easiest recipes. These mini recipes are so simple you can practically cook from the before-and-after snapshot itself.

If you’ve ever had one of those nights where you wish dinner would just cook itself, you’re not alone. We’ve been there, too, and have just the answer you’ve been looking for. These slow cooker dinners come together with just two ingredients — a protein and a jar of store-bought sauce — and rely on the slow cooker to do all the heavy lifting. Just dump everything in and let the slow cooker do the rest. Ready to get cooking?

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Pork loin might be the smartest roast to serve to a crowd. It is more economical than beef tenderloin or prime rib, and it’s easier to roast without the worry of overcooking. So the real challenge in serving a pork loin roast is what to serve on the side.

Never fear! We’ve got 15 of our favorite side dishes that are not only easy to make, but also taste delicious alongside your perfectly cooked pork loin roast.

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Ah, the ubiquitous frozen chicken breast — how we love you! Chances are high you’ve got some hanging out in your freezer right now for future use — you know, for that rushed weeknight when you forget to thaw anything and need dinner in the next hour. What’s that, you say? No way to thaw and cook chicken breast in under an hour? Here’s the surprising thing about frozen chicken breast: You can take it straight from the freezer to the oven and cook it up in under and hour.

Not only is it safe, but this time-saver can also be tasty with a splash of olive oil and protective crumb coating. Your Wednesday night dinner rush is about to be saved.

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Have you made an airy pavlova or meringue lately? Or did the health nut in your family abscond with all the egg whites for his breakfast scramble, leaving you with an excess of egg yolks?

Don’t be annoyed! Step up to the challenge and look at this as an opportunity to use these protein-packed, sunny spheres in new recipes. We promise that whatever you choose to make, it’ll be delicious.

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