Valerie Goodrich

Philadelphia

Freelance Food Writer at Freelance

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Lemon Pudding

3 days ago | tasteofhome.com | Valerie Goodrich |Margaret Knoebel

Cold, bright and lemony summer desserts are always refreshing enough to combat the syrupy heat of the season. Fortunately, this lemon pudding ticks off every box. Real lemon juice and lemon zest bring their sunshiny hue and tart taste to a creamy pudding that’s best served straight out of the fridge. Just before digging in, dress up each serving with a cloud of whipped cream, lemon slices and fresh mint.
Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting

1 week ago | tasteofhome.com | Nancy Mock |Valerie Goodrich |Margaret Knoebel

The fresh, sweet flavor of strawberry cream cheese frosting pairs beautifully with any number of cake flavors, from simple sheet cakes to show-stopping layered cakes. The ingredients are inexpensive and easy to keep on hand for whenever you want to make a special strawberry treat. We love cream cheese frosting because it lends a little extra decadence to any cake. It’s sweet, but less so than typical buttercreams.
Pretzel Buns

1 week ago | tasteofhome.com | Valerie Goodrich |Margaret Knoebel

Homemade pretzel buns just may be your ticket to throwing the summer’s best cookout. Where a regular hamburger bun is seen merely as a vessel for a patty and all the toppings, pretzel buns offer a fresh take and a flavorful experience. Here, a pretzel’s deep mahogany hue, signature chew and salty topping meet a hamburger bun’s rounded shape and squashy texture. Treat pretzel buns just as you would hamburger buns: Leave them soft and bouncy, or butter and toast them for extra flavor.
Chocolate Creme Brulee

1 week ago | tasteofhome.com | Valerie Goodrich |Julie Andrews

With its fancy French name, two complex layers and quintessential spot on any restaurant dessert menu, creme brulee can feel unobtainable for home cooks. But don’t let the façade fool you; making creme brulee is just as much for novice cooks as it is for those donning a chef’s coat. And with a truly irresistible chocolate upgrade, this sophisticated dessert may just become a staple for your dinner parties or Valentine’s Day desserts.
How to Bake a Homemade Wedding Cake

3 weeks ago | tasteofhome.com | Valerie Goodrich

Mark Derse for Taste of Home Home Test Kitchen How To Mark Derse for Taste of Home Published on May 16, 2025 Save Saved Saving If you know how to bake a cake, you know how to make a wedding cake—but there's still pressure to get it right. With proper planning and some stress-relief tips, you can deliver the perfect wedding cake. Now Trending When I was in high school, I worked at a popular cake boutique in town. Every Saturday morning, opulent, multi-tiered wedding cakes would emerge from the...
Alaskan Kenai Dip Recipe

3 weeks ago | tasteofhome.com | Valerie Goodrich |Margaret Knoebel

Jutting off the coast of southern Alaska is the endlessly picturesque Kenai Peninsula. Dotted with quaint Alaskan towns, crossed by rivers filled with king salmon and boasting views of snow-capped mountains, it’s known as “Alaska’s Playground” for a reason. It’s here where, in a town just next to the city of Kenai, sits Echo Lake Meats, the food market credited with creating one of Alaska’s best recipes: Kenai dip. Alaskans love Kenai dip.
These Are the Best Kinds of Tinned Fish to Fill Your Pantry With

4 weeks ago | tasteofhome.com | Rosemary Siefert |Lindsay Mattison |Valerie Goodrich

Ilia Nesolenyi/Getty Images Ilia Nesolenyi/Getty Images From humble tuna sandwiches to more elaborate seafood pastas, there are so many ways to enjoy trendy tinned fish. Our editors and experts handpick every product we feature. We may earn a commission from your purchases. Learn more.
Kansas City Barbecue Sauce

1 month ago | tasteofhome.com | Valerie Goodrich |Francine Lizotte

As soon as grilling season starts, my fridge seems to collect bottles and bottles of homemade barbecue sauces. I always start off the season with the most straightforward one—Kansas City barbecue sauce—to whet my appetite for all the grilling recipes to come. Kansas City-style barbecue sauce is what comes to mind when we think of a traditional barbecue sauce: thick, sweet, tangy and a little smoky. The sauce builds on sauteed onions and garlic.
29 New and Traditional Caprese Salad Recipes

1 month ago | tasteofhome.com | Rashanda Cobbins |Valerie Goodrich |While Studying |Rashanda interned

40 Stunning Fruit Salad Recipes You Can Make for Every Occasion 78 Potluck Salad Recipes to Feed a Crowd 19 Homemade Salad Dressing Recipes 48 Spinach Salad Recipes You'll Love to Eat 40 Retro Dessert Salad Recipes We Cherish 15 Quinoa Salad Recipes 81 Make-Ahead Salad Recipes 20 Easy and Delicious Ravioli Recipe Ideas Caprese Salad Caprese Pasta Salad 30 of Our Best Macaroni Salad Recipes 30 Ravioli Recipes Thatâ€™ll Fill You With Joy 15 Salad Recipes from Across America 14 Chicken Pasta...
25 Easy Strawberry Salad Recipes

1 month ago | tasteofhome.com | Valerie Goodrich

74 Fresh and Vibrant Spring Recipes 31 Bright Salad Ideas for Spring 29 Lemon-Blueberry Recipes That Are Perfect for Spring 73 Summer Salad Recipes to Enjoy All Season 64 Healthy Spring Recipes 25 Strawberry Recipes for a Fruity and Refreshing Breakfast 14 Refreshing Strawberry Drinks for Summer Days and Nights Sunflower Strawberry Salad Strawberry Tossed Salad Savory Strawberry Recipes That Everyone Should Try 30 Easy Breezy Summer Fruit Salads 44 Healthy Summer Salads to Try This Season 39...